Archive: 01/04/2016
Obesity can be predicted as early as 6 months of age, says study
Severe obesity can be predicted using a simple body mass index (BMI) measurement as early as 6 months of age, according to a new study. The study is believed to be the first to show that weight gain during infancy differs ...
Apr 1, 2016
Older overweight and obese adults with diabetes benefit from better diet and exercise
Lifestyle changes that include healthier diet and routine physical exercise help older overweight and obese adults with Type 2 diabetes improve glucose control, body composition, physical function and bone quality, according ...
Apr 1, 2016
Transgender veterans have high rates of mental health problems
Among military veterans identifying as transgender, 90 percent have at least one mental health diagnosis, such as posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or depression, and nearly 50 percent had a hospitalization after a suicide ...
Apr 1, 2016
New toolkit can improve primary healthcare for people with developmental disabilities
Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) have more health issues than other adults, but they are less likely to receive preventative care. A new evidence-based toolkit, developed by Health Care Access ...
Apr 1, 2016