What are the Health Consequences of Obesity?
There are a wide variety of health consequences due to obesity including:
- Coronary heart disease
- Type 2 diabetes
- Cancers (endometrial, breast and colon)
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Dyslipidemia (high total cholesterol or high levels of triglycerides)
- Stroke
- Liver and gallbladder disease
- Sleep apnea and respiratory problems
- Osteoarthritis
- Gynecological problems (abnormal menses, infertility)
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Upcoming Conferences
2012 Obesity Basic Medical Treatment Course
April 18-22, 2012
Denver, Colorado
62nd Obesity and Associated Conditions Symposium
October 24-28, 2012
Orlando, Florida
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