Tag: obesity
Childhood obesity a growing health crisis in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: Farhan (not his real name) was taken to a private hospital by his parents to seek treatment for an infection on his right...
Study finds extreme obesity may cut lifespan up to 14 years
WASHINGTON, July 9 -- Adults who are extremely obese may cut their lives short by up to 14 years due to increased risk of various...
Malaysia is the highest among Asian countries for obesity – PM’s...
KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 - Malaysia has been rated as the highest among Asian countries for obesity, said Science Advisor to the Prime Minister...
Obese teenage girls aren’t smart enough, says study
London, March 14- Obese adolescent girls have lower academic attainment levels throughout their teenage years, according to a new study.
The results of the research...