Weight Loss Surgery News
- Can apricot kernels keep cancer at bay? Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 8:41PMPAUL Reid should be dead. Diagnosed with a rare, incurable lymphoma, he was given five years, seven tops, by his oncologist. But, having cheated death in the Ash Wednesday bushfires, he was not about to surrender his life without a fight.
- C.B. Vein Center adds laser procedure Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 11:35PMThe Vein Center at Iowa Heart is will expand services offered at its Council Bluffs office, 800 Mercy Drive, Suite 120.
- Dallas claims team Golden Gloves championship Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:11PMErrol Spence highlights a group that claims state titles in four weight classifications.
- BioCosmetic Center Announces the Launch of their New Website Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 9:00PMBioCosmetic Center announces the recent launch of the new website. The site details the various services provided by BioCosmetic Center centered around: weight loss, liposuction, skin/hair/face, and bioidentical hormones.
- De-liver me from cancer Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 5:30PMIn Asia, the key risk factor for liver cancer is chronic hepatitis B infection.
- Health happenings Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 5:25PMLooking for a certain support group or workshop? Check out our local roundup of everything from health screenings to child car seats.
- Grand Blanc High School junior says kidney transplant saved his life Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:23AMTwo years ago, life was even more hectic for the Grand Blanc Township teenager: He had to fit in dialysis, too.
- Wrestling Division III | Gualtieri leads West Jefferson charge Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 5:05AMFor the first time in three years, Marco Gualtieri is free — free to move, free to attack, free to actually wrestle.
- For Canada’s obese, exercise alone isn’t going to cut it Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 3:16AMIt’s such a widely accepted idea it’s virtually dieting dogma, a belief pushed with almost religious zeal: you can’t lose weight without exercising more.
- Ask Dr. Gott: Hernia and weight loss Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:59AMDear Dr. Gott: My husband had laparoscopic surgery in August 2008 to have one kidney removed because it had a large cancerous tumor on it. In October 2008, a blood clot was found between his knee and ankle.
- Minnesota Twins Team Report Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:34AMOutfielder Delmon Young came to camp about 30 pounds lighter than he was at the end of the 2009 season, down from about 240 pounds to 208. The outfielder, who lost his mother to pancreatic cancer last May, also seems to be in an excellent frame of mind.
- Reader asks about convicted murderer in York Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 12:23AMQ: Last fall, there was this guy arrested at the York interchange for driving drunk or some sort of traffic violation. Anyway, the way I remember it, the police then discovered that this guy was really dangerous and wanted for murder and a bunch of other stuff in other states.
- Mets Reyes to N.Y. for more tests Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 11:30PMPORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. - On Thursday, the Mets announced that Jose Reyes, after concern over an irregular blood test, had been medically cleared to return to baseball activities.
- Germs in gut may be to blame for big appetite Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:54PMGerms in the gut may help drive appetite, says new research into the link between obesity and bacteria.
- Baseball America previews the weekend in college baseball Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:38PMBragging rights in the Southeast are on the line this weekend, as six ranked teams from the Atlantic Coast and Southeastern conferences will square off in three series.
- Health Events Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 9:52AMAll area codes are 850 unless specified. Sacred Heart Hospital The following classes will be held at Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast. To register, call 278-3600 or toll-free (877) 416-1600, unless noted. •Breastfeeding class:...
- ReShape Medical Announces Initiation Of U.S. Clinical Study For Weight Loss Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:32AMReShape Medical™, Inc. announced that it has initiated a U.S. Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) clinical study to assess the safety and effectiveness of its non-surgical, dual-balloon device for weight loss. The ReShape Balloons are designed to be a treatment for the millions who want support with weight loss, without the invasiveness of surgery. The ReShape device occupies existing space ...
- Appetite May Be Linked To Germs In Gut Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:59AMWASHINGTON -- Germs in the gut may help drive appetite, says new research into the link between obesity and bacteria. Previous studies have shown that overweight people and normal-weight people harbor different types and amounts of microbes that naturally live in the intestine.
- Appetite May Be Linked To Germs In Gut Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:59AMGerms in the gut may help drive appetite, says new research into the link between obesity and bacteria.
- 3 Popular Herbal Diet Pills You Can Buy Today Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 5:37AMA modern way to lose weight is to make use of herbal diet pills. Many find it a cost-effective approach to achieving a fit and healthy body without having to opt for expensive cosmetics surgery or treatment just to get rid of their excess pounds and sculpt their body to perfection.
- New Orleans Saints Team Report Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 5:20AMFree agency rules changed for all NFL teams because of the uncapped league year, which officially began early Friday when the veteran free agency period got under way.
- Indianapolis Colts Team Report Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 5:19AMQuarterback Peyton Manning has been called a pain in the neck of defensive coordinators around the league.
- Are Germs Making People Fat? Study Says Yes Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 5:02AMWASHINGTON (AP) — Germs in the gut may help drive appetite, says new research into the link between obesity and bacteria.
- Weight-Loss Surgery Can Lead To Psychological Distress Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:48AMPeople who have gastric band surgery to lose weight are at risk of low self-esteem, relationship problems and being dissatisfied with their body image, according to new research being presented at the Diabetes UK Annual Professional Conference (APC). Researchers from the University of the West of England and Southmead Hospital, Bristol, followed 25 patients aged from 30 to 58 years and recorded ...
- Comeback kid: Regoli wrestling at state meet six months after having surgery to remove brain tumor Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:05AMTears streamed down Lea Regoli’s cheeks yesterday as she watched her son wrestle, and it had nothing to do with the score.
- Miami Hurricanes, Florida Gators ready to continue baseball rivalry Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 10:48PMThe Canes will resume their oldest continuous rivalry when they face the Gators in a 3-game series starting Friday .
- WATCH: Conscious Eating Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 6:40AMHow to lose weight by eating mindfully. Weight loss - Health - Support Groups - Mental Health - Eating
- Ask Doctor Bachus-Keith about heartburn and acid reflux Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 5:37AMIf you are experiencing heartburn (a burning sensation in your chest), burning that spreads to your throat, a sour taste in your mouth, possible hoarseness or trouble swallowing, you may have acid reflux.
- Skin Deep: Options For Looking Years Younger Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 2:18AMTired of looking tired? Unhappy about those frown lines? Maybe you can’t find anything to smile about in your laugh lines? Nonsurgical procedures like Botox, chemical peels, injectable fillers and laser resurfacing might be the solution to your aging problem.
- ReShape Medical initiates IDE clinical study to assess effectiveness of dual-balloon device for weight loss Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 2:09AMReShape Medical™, Inc. announced today that it has initiated a U.S. Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) clinical study to assess the safety and effectiveness of its non-surgical, dual-balloon device for weight loss. The ReShape Balloons are designed to be a treatment for the millions who want support with weight loss, without the invasiveness of surgery.
- ReShape Medical Announces Initiation of U.S. Clinical Study for Weight Loss Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 1:13AMSAN CLEMENTE, Calif., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- ReShape Medical(TM), Inc. announced today that it has initiated a U.S. Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) clinical study to assess the safety and effectiveness of its non-surgical, dual-balloon device for weight loss.
- Kelly Osbourne Dyes Her Hair Lavendar (PHOTOS) Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:30AMAfter turning heads with a bleach blonde bob at Fashion Week, Kelly Osbourne has dyed her hair lavendar in homage to Dame Edna Everage, the drag queen played by Australian comedian Barry Humphries.
- Raleigh Man Inspired By ‘The Biggest Loser’ Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 6:10AMChristopher Davis, 32, has lost more than 400 pounds without the help of surgery.
- The sad reality (show) of John Daly Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:25AMI have two basic complaints against reality television. One, half of the shows are fake. Two, the half that have some reality in them are really about the audience leering at other people’s humiliation for entertainment purposes.
- Polk Man Loses 260 Lbs. With Diet, Exercise Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 8:23PMBy SUZIE SCHOTTELKOTTE THE LEDGER LAKELAND | After coping with obesity for nearly a decade, Michael Donate said it all came down to a single flight of stairs. It was Sept. 22, 2008. The elevator at Polk State College was broken, forcing him to take the stairs.
- 4 ways to lose 100 lbs - Part 4 Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 5:25PMPeggy McIntosh lost over 200 lbs through gastric bypass surgery.
- Workplace Wellness Programs Work Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 5:05PMTUESDAY, March 2 (HealthDay News) -- Workplace wellness programs help employees lose weight and reduce their risk of heart disease, a new study shows.
- Doctors: Women Lose 90 Percent Of Eggs By Age 30 Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 4:04PMScientists have come up with a new cold, hard mathematical fact: women lose 90 percent of their eggs by age 30.
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- Fat a crime in LA, says Sharon Osborne Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9:14AMSharon Osbourne believes people in Los Angeles think being fat is a criminal offence.
- What to Watch Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 6:05AMHighlights of what’s on prime-time TV tonight.
- Big Ten Conference Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 11:09PMBig Ten Conference-Around the Big Ten
- Learning the hip-hop moves at age 55 Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 10:15PMJeanette Caraway prepares for her ballet folklorico recital with the Dance Company, a studio in downtown Port Lavaca. Caraway, 55, began taking both ballet folklorico and hip-hop dance classes in 2008. (Contributed photo)
- Medical Notes Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 10:11PMThe following doctors were elected to lead the medical staff of Southeastern Regional Medical Center for two-year terms, which began in January. Dr. James E.S. Parker, MD, president; Dr. Joseph E. Roberts, MD, president-elect; and Dr. Barry E. Williamson, MD, secretary/ treasurer.
- UFC 110 reflections Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 12:17PMEven though Joe Stevenson lost, he always puts on a show, and it was a good return to the Octagon. The Australian, George Sotiropoulos, won in his home country by...
- Pinpointing immune system disturbances in celiac disease Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 11:33AM( Queen Mary, University of London ) New research has identified four aspects of immune system disturbance which lead to the development of celiac disease. Nearly 40 different inherited risk factors which predispose to the disease have now been identified. These latest findings could speed the way towards improved diagnostics and treatments for the autoimmune complaint that affects 1 in 100 of ...
- Healthier Central Nebraska Weight Loss Challenge Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 8:36AMCALLAWAY - - Many of us know all too well what it is like to battle with our weight. Not only does it raise body image and self esteem issues, but there are also many health risks that come with being overweight.
- Growth of obesity-related problems Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 5:13AMMORE people in Hampshire are going to hospital with obesity-related health problems, NHS figures have shown.
- DR. ED DE LA VEGA IS RIGHT Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 4:31AMWhile we may not have totally agreed with our good friend Dr. Ed De La Vega’s strong remarks against boxing managers after he checked on the tee ...
- Betting On Botox Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 3:55PMThe maker of Botox and two more pharmaceutical stocks look ripe for bullish exploits.
