Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Yahoo! News: Weight Loss News

Yahoo! News: Weight Loss News
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Weight-Loss Surgery Options Compared in Super-Obese (HealthDay)

Posted: 02 Jun 2009 08:50 PM PDT

HealthDay - TUESDAY, June 2 (HealthDay News) -- A technique called duodenal switch surgery may be more effective than gastric bypass surgery for patients with obesity-related medical problems such as high cholesterol, diabetes and high blood pressure, according to a U.S. study that included 350 super-obese patients who were more than 200 pounds heavier than their ideal body weight.

Weight-Loss Surgery Simplified (HealthDay)

Posted: 02 Jun 2009 08:50 PM PDT

HealthDay - TUESDAY, June 2 (HealthDay News) -- A new weight-loss procedure that involves sewing together the sides of the stomach holds promise as an alternative to traditional gastric bypass surgery, suggest preliminary findings from a clinical trial.

Fewer New Pounds in Pregnancy Best for Obese Moms (HealthDay)

Posted: 02 Jun 2009 08:49 PM PDT

HealthDay - TUESDAY, June 2 (HealthDay News) -- In a study that reinforces recent changes in pregnancy weight gain recommendations, obese women who gained little or no weight while pregnant had better outcomes than obese women who gained more.

Ohio troopers balk at contract weight limits (AP)

Posted: 02 Jun 2009 11:38 AM PDT

AP - Ohio state troopers — who face extra poundage for sitting long hours in patrol cars — are fighting back at a state rule that allows dismissal for those who consistently exceed weight limits.
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