January 2020 Top 5 on the 5th
In this issue: The ASMBS and ObesityPAC 2019 Annual Reports are now available, 2020 event dates are announced, and more.
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December 2019 OCC Advocacy Report
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December 2019 Top 5 on the 5th
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Web-based Calculator Predicts Risk of Death, Complications from Diabetes and Obesity
Evidence-based prediction tool designed to help patients decide between metabolic surgery and standard medical therapy.
New Study Challenges Decades-old Patient Eligibility Criteria for Weight-loss Surgery
Patients who have surgery before obesity progresses to severe stages may achieve even greater health benefits.
November 2019 Top 5 on the 5th
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Cancer Risk Drops in Half With Over 20% Weight Loss After Bariatric Surgery
New study compares differences in cancer risk reduction among weight-loss surgery patients
Metabolic Surgery Cuts Likelihood of Recurrent and Fatal Heart Attacks
Patients with history of heart disease reduce their risk by half
Weight-loss Surgery May Counter Genetic Risk for Developing Breast Cancer
Overweight and obesity associated with an increased risk of 13 types of cancer
October 2019 Top 5 on the 5th
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