Rhythm Pharma (RYTM) stock rises as lead asset setmelanotide succeeds in a Phase 3 trial for a rare obesity type, causing an ...

A group of children and adults with hypothalamic obesity receiving setmelanotide for 1 year had nearly a 20% greater BMI ...

The global tariffs announced by Donald Trump last week will have a limited effect on solar imports from Asia, according to a ...

Despite the success of drugs like Ozempic (semaglutide) in promoting both weight loss and longer life, doubt remains about the role of body mass index (BMI) at older ages. Many studies have shown that ...

The odds for bronchodilator responsiveness significantly fell among patients who underwent spirometry testing in the ...

News 13 brings you a segment focused on health and fitness on News 13 Midday every Wednesday called “Wellness Wednesday”.

Asia-Pacific markets set to open mixed on Wednesday as investors countdown towards U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff ...

Contrave and Wegovy are both weight loss medications. Learn about their effectiveness, side effects, costs, and which ...

Vanguard Group Inc. increased its holdings in shares of Badger Meter, Inc. (NYSE:BMI – Free Report) by 1.2% during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with ...

Lifetime excess body weight and significant weight gain in adulthood are associated with an increased risk for renal cell ...

A large majority of older Americans feel that health insurance – including Medicare – should cover anti-obesity medications, according to a new University of Michigan study.

The average weight for women in the U.S. is 170.8 pounds, and the average height is 5 feet, 3 inches tall. These are mathematical calculations, so they don’t necessarily represent what’s typical or ...