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Obesity

The latest news on obesity, including causes and health stories

New compounds mimic benefits of exercise, offering hope for those unable to exert themselves. Getty Images

Future pill may mimic exercise benefits for muscle health

ScienceMarch 18, 2024

Almost 7.5 million people in the UAE are expected to be overweight or obese by 2035 at current rates, a World Obesity Federation report says. PA

Annual UAE spending to tackle obesity expected to hit $12bn

UAEMarch 04, 2024

Sarosh Sohail lost 72kg after using the obesity drug Mounjaro for a year. Shahar Bano / Chris Whiteoak / The National

Pakistani father hails weight-loss drug after losing 72kg

UAEJanuary 20, 2024

Medical advances are set to benefit patients in 2024 and beyond. PA

Cancer and obesity care expect big breakthroughs in 2024

UAEDecember 31, 2023

We take a look into diabetes, including cutting-edge treatment, technological innovations and promising research. Getty Images

Everything you should know about diabetes

HealthNovember 14, 2023

New drugs are proving good at treating diabetes and obesity. Getty Images

Alternative to wonder weight-loss drug Mounjaro approved

HealthNovember 09, 2023

People who are 'fit but fat' are considered to be obese by their body mass index score but have none of the complications associated with obesity. Getty Images

Can you be overweight and healthy?

HealthOctober 03, 2023

Sugary drink consumption is up globally, but patterns vary widely by region. PA

Sugary drink consumption spirals globally

HealthOctober 03, 2023

'Bad' carbs such as doughnuts tend to spike blood sugar. Getty Images

Limiting 'bad' carbs key to midlife weight loss

UKSeptember 27, 2023

A study in Sharjah has found those who are overweight are more likely to have poor gum health. Photo:

'Cake culture' concerns as study links obesity with tooth loss

UAEAugust 09, 2023

Most English adults are fat. A quarter are obese and 38 per cent are overweight but not obese. AFP

Weighing up the cost of Britain's obesity problem

CommentJuly 12, 2023

Researchers examined data on more than 2.6 million Spanish adults aged 40 and under who were cancer-free in 2009. PA

Being overweight under age 40 'linked to 18 cancers'

HealthJuly 05, 2023

New study reveals that obesity-related cancer risks vary by sex, type of cancer, and fat distribution. Ryan Carter / The National

Obesity a growing risk factor for cancer, study finds

HealthJune 12, 2023

People are more likely to crave unhealthy foods during periods of stress. Ravindranath K / The National

Why does stress make us crave junk food?

HealthJune 08, 2023

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said the use of drugs to tackle obesity could be a 'game-changer' to ease pressure on the NHS. PA

Will weight loss drug get sick Britain back to work?

UKJune 07, 2023

The study, although not yet peer reviewed, offers encouraging results. Getty Images

Once-a-week obesity shot offers significant weight loss

HealthMay 18, 2023

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