In the latest episode of WLS Journeys, host Yvonne McCarthy talks with Monica Martin, a hurricane Katrina victim who is not much of a victim after all. Monica describes her emotional roller coaster when she almost lost her son during her pregnancy due to her extreme weight. She also explains the setback of her surgery due to the loss of her home to Katrina. Monica reveals how her own harsh criticisms of herself affected her, and how she overcame those criticisms to achieve true happiness. Click the player below to see Monica’s inspirational story full of trials and victories.
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Watch this week’s WLS News to see some encouraging news for people who think they’re too depressed to lose weight. And learn more about data showing that weight loss surgery is helping people live years longer. Also, though obesity can sometimes be genetic, studies are showing that breastfeeding can help your baby maintain a healthy weight later in life. Get the details on these stories and more in this week’s newscast. 
Catch this week’s WLS News to learn why some people are getting paid to lose weight. Plus, could going under anesthesia be riskier for the overweight? And there’s good news about the obesity rate in America, but experts warn the effects may be temporary. Can you really trust the calorie count on the fast food menus? That story, as well as a new connection between obesity and a deadly form of kidney cancer on this episode. Click the video player below to view these stories and more. 
In this week’s episode of WLS News we’ll look at how some obesity studies may not be totally fair and balanced. Also, we’ll see a troubling connection between the obesity-forming habits of pet owners and their pets – and the health problems both can have in common. And we’ll find out just how quickly the American obesity saga may bankrupt Medicare in the coming years. 
In the August 28, 2009 edition of WLS News, find out why an Indiana pizza shop was ordered to pay for an employee’s Lap-Band surgery after an accident, discover how the rate of childhood obesity has skyrocketed since the mid-’70s, and learn what some doctors think a high-fat diet can do to the mind. Plus, find out how a popular movie theater snack could boost your metabolism, and get ready for a surprising study showing how using food stamps can affect your BMI. 
In the August 21, 2009 edition of WLS News, find out if social stress makes you gain weight, take a look at a new alliance in the fight against childhood obesity, and discover whether weight loss surgery is really safe. You’ll also hear about a program to certify doctors in weight management. Plus “bariatric girl” Yvonne McCarthy highlights a great WLS blog in her weekly report on the World Wide Web.
In the August 14, 2009 edition of WLS News, we’ll look at a new partnership created to help weight loss surgery patients get the lifestyle education they need. Plus, we’ll explain how baby fat helps the body burn calories, tell you how British politicians want to fight childhood obesity, and introduce you to some five star medical facilities. And finally, it’s that time of year again – time for Uncle Sam to make his annual visit, bringing weight loss program funding to all good girls and boys. We’ll show you what’s in your stocking – and how much it could cost you! 