Body size and excess weight, conventionally assessed using body mass index (BMI), are well-established risk factors for many types of cancer. However, new research to be presented at this year's ...

Body mass index (BMI), which is measured by taking a person’s body weight and dividing the square of their height, has long ...

Researchers have found that waist circumference, which measures fat around the abdomen, is a better indicator of cancer risk ...

Excess weight in midlife is a known risk factor for kidney cancer, but new research indicates that weight patterns throughout ...

A study found that waist size is a better cancer risk predictor for men compared to BMI, with an extra 4 inches increasing ...

Weight loss drugs have surged in popularity. But Gov. Ned Lamont wants CT’s Medicaid program to discontinue covering them for ...

The size of a man’s waistband is a better predictor of cancer risk than traditional body mass index (BMI) measurements, ...

Body size and excess weight, conventionally assessed using body mass index (BMI), are well-established risk factors for many ...

Critics are once again questioning the efficacy of BMI as a tool for diagnosing obesity, suggesting that a more holistic ...

Legendary vocalist, guitarist, keyboardist, mandolin player, producer, Grammy winner and BMI Icon Steve Winwood brings his latest live tour to the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts on Monday, ...

People with obesity with similar body mass index (BMI) measurements have differences in muscle and fat based on their age groups. This could mean that BMI isn’t the best tool for older adults, new ...