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The problem of BMI is significant in the lipoedema community and often a point of contention between doctors and lipoedema patients because many doctors confuse lipoedema with obesity. While obesity is a common comorbidity with lipoedema, it’s important to use a better metric than BMI to gauge the obesity component. Here is a nice paper you can refer your doctor to where waist to height ratio is described as a superior cardiometabolic disease risk marker over BMI. You can even check what your waist to height ratio is yourself at home. We want our waist measurement to be no greater than half our height measurement - the suggestion in this paper is anything over 0.5 would indicate that measures to counteract obesity would be warranted. Obesity is a significant “gateway to a range of other non-communicable and communicable diseases” and to prevent progression of lipoedema, should be addressed. I have a special focus in helping women with lipoedema and comorbid obesity reduce their waist to height ratio, and improve quality of life and healthspan. Let me know if you need help in this area. #lipoedema #lipedema #obesity #bmi #whr #waisttoheightratio

#grrf Special Day Update 4 March- World Obesity Day A condition that is being faced by millions across world, Obesity is an epidemic that puts people at a higher risk for serious diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. World Obesity Day is observed every year on March 4 and aims at highlighting the environmental and medical factors that contribute to high obesity rates. The day also aims at ending the stigma associated with Obesity. Obesity is a global problem, and it affects us all. Approx 800 million of us are living with the disease, with millions more at risk. We know the roots of obesity run deep, and the only way we can make progress is by working together. That’s why we’re calling for action at the local, national, and global levels. We can all work together to ensure happier, healthier, and longer lives for everybody.   #grrf #health #people #obesity

Today is World Obesity Day. It is estimated that 1 in 4 of us (or 1.9 billion people worldwide) will be living with obesity by 2035. Whether it be a personal challenge, or one faced by a family member or friend- it is important that we increase the conversations around how we overcome this global challenge, take stock of our own self care and the healthcare of others. Since 2015, World Obesity Days have encouraged people to recognise the root causes of obesity, increase knowledge of the disease, tackle weight stigma, foreground the voices of people with lived experience and act to improve the world’s understanding, prevention and treatment of obesity. Find out more @WorldObesity Please note: These products are not available for purchase by the general public. Please consult your practitioner to see if Thermage, Clear + Brilliant, Fraxel and/or VASERlipo are suitable for you. #WorldObesity #LetsTalkAboutObesity #SelfCare #Healthcare #WHO #WorldObesityDay #ForAllSkinKind #AllSkinTypes #SkinHealth #SoltaMedical #SoltaMedicalAu #Thermage #ThermageAU #Fraxel #FraxelAu #ClearAndBrilliant #ClearAndBrilliantAu #VASER #VASERlipo

Today is 4 March, World Obesity Day. Obesity is much more than a number on a scale! It is a complex, chronic and serious disease associated with more than 200 comorbidities. Turkey has almost 20 million PwO, the highest prevalence of obesity in Europe. So we have 20 million reasons to act together! As Novo Nordisk, we are launching the "It is Bigger than You" campaign to raise awareness about obesity in Turkey. On Friday 1 March, we held a press conference to introduce our campaign and the website where we provide facts and data about obesity. If you want to learn more about obesity, you can visit our campaign website, which is a library of information with videos and articles about obesity: buissandigindanbuyuk.com #worldobesityday #novonordisk #obesity #BuİşSandığındanBüyük

VIVUS is proud to partner with the World Obesity Federation and help create awareness and action around treating this chronic disease on #WorldObesityDay (March 4, 2024). Obesity is not only a risk factor for other diseases, it is a disease in its own right. As noted by the World Obesity Foundation, obesity was added to the sixth International Classification of Diseases in 1948. Yet over seven decades later, this classification has not been fully accepted. Although an increasing number of organizations and countries now recognize obesity as a disease, many still do not, hampering attempts to address the pandemic. Review the Healthcare professionals statement in the Obesity Factsheets section of the #WorldObesityDay website at https://lnkd.in/ei5dnZdC VIVUS is committed to advancing treatment options for obesity and offering much-needed hope to patients globally. To learn more about our work in this area please visit VIVUS.com. #WorldObesityDay #ObesityAnd #LetsTalk #WOD2024 #treatingobesity #obesitymedicine #vivusllc #weightmanagement #weightlossmedications

Today is World Obesity Day. A date created in 2015 by World Health Organization with the objective of increasing awareness, encourage advocacy, improve policies, and share experiences. According to the World Obesity Atlas 2022, there are 360 million people in Latam with #overweight or #obesity, which responds to 58% of the population. Each country faces different challenges when dealing with obesity. At Novo Nordisk, we work hard to drive change and to see obesity recognized as a chronic disease, breaking down the stigmas. Our goal is to increase the quality of life of people so they can live their best lives. This is our goal and our purpose. #DrivingChange #Worldobesityday

1 in 8 people worldwide are now living with obesity. Obesity is a complex disease, with massive economic repercussions. Where we live, the food systems around us, and our opportunities to be active impact our risk of developing obesity. To date, 31 countries are leading the way to curb obesity by implementing the World Health Organization acceleration plan to stop obesity. My colleague Francesco Branca in a conversation with Vismita Gupta-Smith explains - in less than 5 minutes -  some things you may want to know about obesity. The latest data is now available in The Lancet https://lnkd.in/g36bmmek

Discover PharmaSols' strategic approach to mitigating high dropout risks in obesity trials in the ANZ region, employing creative and effective participant retention strategies that highlight our commitment to research integrity and success. 🔗 Read about our solutions: https://lnkd.in/gGe8Z9vB #StrategicSolutions #ObesityResearch #DropoutMitigation #ClinicalTrialSuccess #PharmaSolsDedication

1-3 of 10 Indians have liver disease, says health ministry; here’s how to ensure you’re safe The Union Health Ministry has taken a proactive step to combat the rising prevalence of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) in India. It has released updated guidelines and a training manual to address this significant public health concern. NAFLD, closely linked to obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases, is a growing issue in India. According to Union Health Secretary Apurva Chandra, “India has taken the lead in recognising NAFLD as a major NCD…Out of 10, one to three people can have NAFLD,” he added, highlighting how widespread the issue is. To ensure liver health & prevent non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, especially in light of this alarming statistic, consider the following guidelines: 1. Maintain a Healthy Weight 2. Eat a Balanced Diet 3. Exercise Regularly 4. Avoid Alcohol and Toxins 5. Practice Safe Sex 6. Get Vaccinated 7. Be Cautious with Medications 8. Regular Health Check-ups #nafld #publichealth #healthcaresystem #fattyliver #obesity #balanceddiet Source - The Indian Express

Obesity is a disease that affects millions worldwide 🌍 . Obesity isn’t just a disease, but a global 🌍 health challenge we need to tackle together. Pakistan 🇵🇰 is one of the countries with a growing obese population. We must remember that addressing obesity is a shared journey, not an individual burden. Together, let's raise awareness, foster understanding, and pave the way for a healthier tomorrows. Join us in our journery because through collaboration, we can change the future of obesity. Watch our latest obesity awareness video featuring Faiza Saleem, brand ambassador for driving change in obesity. Video link: https://lnkd.in/ds9UQ-g6 #NovoNordisk #DrivingChangeinObesity #Collaboration #DrivingChangeTogether