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As CBS News New York's John Dias reports, the numbers have doubled, prompting more concerns about childhood obesity.
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As CBS News New York's John Dias reports, the numbers have doubled, prompting more concerns about childhood obesity.
A new study shows nearly 70% of U.S. adults are obese based on a new definition that looks at more than just your Body Mass Index. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock explains the study's findings and what they mean for us.
A new study found more than half of all adults and one third of children around the world are predicted to be overweight or obese by 2025.
Body Mass Index, or BMI, has long been criticized as an unreliable method for measuring obesity — and now a group of experts is sharing new recommendations for how to use it.
The Alliance for Women's Health and Prevention is advocating for change with a new campaign.
The disease is associated with more than 200 different health conditions, but treatments are often not covered by insurance.
Nearly 1 in 5 kids has been diagnosed with childhood obesity. Low-income communities are hit even harder.
Nearly 1 in 5 kids has been diagnosed with childhood obesity. Low-income communities are hit even harder. CBS New York's Nick Caloway reports.
One estimate finds almost 42% of Americans are considered obese. So should weight issues be treated with medication, like any other disease?
