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Obesity surgery in Australia doubles in five years
The number of morbidly obese Australians undergoing weight loss surgery has doubled in five years, and has increased by a factor of 12 in a decade.
The number of morbidly obese Australians undergoing weight loss surgery has doubled in five years, and has increased by a factor of 12 in a decade.
Most women would be interested in cosmetic surgery - UCLA study reports
A new report from UCLA scientists indicated that nearly half (48%) of all women surveyed said that they would be interested in undergoing either cosmetic surgery, liposuction, or both, with a further 23% saying that they would possibly be interested.
A new report from UCLA scientists indicated that nearly half (48%) of all women surveyed said that they would be interested in undergoing either cosmetic surgery, liposuction, or both, with a further 23% saying that they would possibly be interested.
Nose job patients display personality disorders
A new study indicates that many patients seeking a nose job, or rhinoplasty, actually exhibit personality disorders including hypochondriasis, obsessiveness, and a practice called "good faking", whereby the person makes false statements in order to make themselves look better by comparison.
A new study indicates that many patients seeking a nose job, or rhinoplasty, actually exhibit personality disorders including hypochondriasis, obsessiveness, and a practice called "good faking", whereby the person makes false statements in order to make themselves look better by comparison.
Gynecomastia linked to lavender and tea tree oil
A new study claims that gynecomastia may be caused by use of lavender and tea tre oils, brought about by an imbalance in estrogen and androgen pathway signalling.
A new study claims that gynecomastia may be caused by use of lavender and tea tre oils, brought about by an imbalance in estrogen and androgen pathway signalling.
Link between obesity and self-esteem linked to race and gender
Researchers from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have found that the link between self-esteem and body weight in teenagers is affected by their race and gender.
Researchers from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have found that the link between self-esteem and body weight in teenagers is affected by their race and gender.
Most weight loss patients suffer from sleep apnea
A new study reveals that 9 out of every 10 patients awaiting bariatric surgery for weight loss suffer from sleep apnea, causing their breathing to frequently stop for up to 20 seconds while they are asleep.
A new study reveals that 9 out of every 10 patients awaiting bariatric surgery for weight loss suffer from sleep apnea, causing their breathing to frequently stop for up to 20 seconds while they are asleep.
New drug enhances sex drive and assists weight loss
A newly developed medicine designed to enhance libido has been found to also assist in weight loss in research trials.
A newly developed medicine designed to enhance libido has been found to also assist in weight loss in research trials.
Obese employees more likely to file compensation claims
A new study released today shows that obese employees are more likely to file workers' compensation claims for injuries sustained at work.
A new study released today shows that obese employees are more likely to file workers' compensation claims for injuries sustained at work.
Australian women to get metal breast implants
A new trial of metal-laced breast implants is to commence in Australia in an effort to reduce incidents of breast implant hardening and deformation.
A new trial of metal-laced breast implants is to commence in Australia in an effort to reduce incidents of breast implant hardening and deformation.
Bariatric surgery reduces diabetes risk
Researchers have discovered that bariatric surgery, whereby part of the intestines is bypassed, or the stomach restricted in order to reduce calorie absorption, can reduce the chances of severely obese patients developing type II diabetes.
Researchers have discovered that bariatric surgery, whereby part of the intestines is bypassed, or the stomach restricted in order to reduce calorie absorption, can reduce the chances of severely obese patients developing type II diabetes.
Breast implants boost self esteem and sexuality - study
A new study reports that women who undergo breast enlargement often see a significant increase in their self esteem and have more positive feelings about their sexuality.
A new study reports that women who undergo breast enlargement often see a significant increase in their self esteem and have more positive feelings about their sexuality.
Weight loss surgery can result in serious illness - new study
Scientists have warned that bariatric surgery, used to help morbidly obese patients in losing weight, can lead to unintended consequences such as memory loss and confusion.
Scientists have warned that bariatric surgery, used to help morbidly obese patients in losing weight, can lead to unintended consequences such as memory loss and confusion.
Liposuctioned Fat a rich source of stem cells
Human fat removed through liposuction may not be a waste product and is actually a rich source of stem cells that can be used in medical procedures, according to Norwegian scientists.
Human fat removed through liposuction may not be a waste product and is actually a rich source of stem cells that can be used in medical procedures, according to Norwegian scientists.
Lose weight without exercise - study
A study of weight loss methods has concluded that dieting alone is as effective as dieting plus exercise for people trying to lose weight.
A study of weight loss methods has concluded that dieting alone is as effective as dieting plus exercise for people trying to lose weight.
Biorubber breast implants to replace silicone?
Professor Judith Puskas, from the University of Akron, Ohio believes that she may have identified a compound for breast implants that is safer than silicone and more effective than saline. The biorubber compound that she is seeking to research promises to avoid the formation of scar tissue that forms a capsule around breast implants.
Professor Judith Puskas, from the University of Akron, Ohio believes that she may have identified a compound for breast implants that is safer than silicone and more effective than saline. The biorubber compound that she is seeking to research promises to avoid the formation of scar tissue that forms a capsule around breast implants.
Functional Rhinoplasty clears airways - new study
A study published in the Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery concludes that "functional rhinoplasty" has more than aesthetic benefits for patients and can significantly assist patients with severe nasal obstructions.
A study published in the Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery concludes that "functional rhinoplasty" has more than aesthetic benefits for patients and can significantly assist patients with severe nasal obstructions.
Direct excision of Turkey Jowl Deformity recommended in study
For many men, as they grow older, the aging process can lead to what is known as a turkey jowl deformity in the neck. This is caused by a combination of accumulated submental fat, redundant skin and platysmal banding (visibility of the muscles under the chin and down the neck).
For many men, as they grow older, the aging process can lead to what is known as a turkey jowl deformity in the neck. This is caused by a combination of accumulated submental fat, redundant skin and platysmal banding (visibility of the muscles under the chin and down the neck).
Liposuction leads to increase in breast size - academic study
Women undergoing liposuction to the waist and hips have discovered a positive side effect to the procedure - increased breast size. A study published by the American Society for Dermatological Surgery reports that 34% of women undergoing liposuction report a significant increase in bra cup size up to one year after the liposuction procedure.
Women undergoing liposuction to the waist and hips have discovered a positive side effect to the procedure - increased breast size. A study published by the American Society for Dermatological Surgery reports that 34% of women undergoing liposuction report a significant increase in bra cup size up to one year after the liposuction procedure.
Drinking water helps weight loss
Researchers in Oakland, California have discovered that drinking at least four glasses of water a day, instead of sugary sodas can significantly help people lose weight.
Researchers in Oakland, California have discovered that drinking at least four glasses of water a day, instead of sugary sodas can significantly help people lose weight.
Want to lose weight? Have a lie-in.
A new study from the University of Iowa points to a link between the number of hours sleep that people get and their body mass index (BMI), with people who get less sleep carrying more weight.
A new study from the University of Iowa points to a link between the number of hours sleep that people get and their body mass index (BMI), with people who get less sleep carrying more weight.
Older women improve health with just modest weight loss
A new academic study from Italy shows that obese women who lose just 5% of their body weight see a significant improvement in their health, with better body fat distribution and a reduced risk of diabetes.
A new academic study from Italy shows that obese women who lose just 5% of their body weight see a significant improvement in their health, with better body fat distribution and a reduced risk of diabetes.
Silicone injections can be fatal - new study
The use of liquid silicone in breast augmentation procedures can cause respiratory failure in patients, if not injected properly by a licensed physician, according to a new academic study published today. The study points to a high fatality rate among patients who underwent illegal silicone injections, resulting in pulmonary silicone embolism (obstruction of the lungs).
The use of liquid silicone in breast augmentation procedures can cause respiratory failure in patients, if not injected properly by a licensed physician, according to a new academic study published today. The study points to a high fatality rate among patients who underwent illegal silicone injections, resulting in pulmonary silicone embolism (obstruction of the lungs).
Study shows long term benefits of Botox
A study has shown regular treatments of Botox to be effective in the long term treatment of wrinkles and facial lines. The study will come as a rebuttal to those arguing that Botox is a short term cure, with no long term benefits.
A study has shown regular treatments of Botox to be effective in the long term treatment of wrinkles and facial lines. The study will come as a rebuttal to those arguing that Botox is a short term cure, with no long term benefits.
Weight Loss - Exercise more effective than dieting
A new study shows that people trying to lose weight will get healthier results from increasing the amount of exercise that they take, than they will from dieting alone.
A new study shows that people trying to lose weight will get healthier results from increasing the amount of exercise that they take, than they will from dieting alone.
Body contouring after radical weight loss
The increasing popularity of surgery to address morbid obesity is being matched by a corresponding need for cosmetic surgery afterwards. The radical weight loss brought about by procedures such as bariatric surgery, or gastric bands, creates a need for the resulting excess skin to be removed for aesthetic purposes. However, the removal of this excess skin is not just an aesthetic issue, since the hanging skin is susceptible to infection and can be painful for the patient.
The increasing popularity of surgery to address morbid obesity is being matched by a corresponding need for cosmetic surgery afterwards. The radical weight loss brought about by procedures such as bariatric surgery, or gastric bands, creates a need for the resulting excess skin to be removed for aesthetic purposes. However, the removal of this excess skin is not just an aesthetic issue, since the hanging skin is susceptible to infection and can be painful for the patient.
Weight loss contributes to reduced knee pain - study findings
Obese patients who lose even a modest amount of weight experience an improved quality of life as a result of decreased knee pain, according to a new study released today.
Obese patients who lose even a modest amount of weight experience an improved quality of life as a result of decreased knee pain, according to a new study released today.
New study offers hope for cellulite treatment
A recent study offers hope of a naturally occurring enzyme being used to treat cellulite. The enzyme, collagenase, was used in a pilot study and reduced the appearance of cellulite by 86%.
A recent study offers hope of a naturally occurring enzyme being used to treat cellulite. The enzyme, collagenase, was used in a pilot study and reduced the appearance of cellulite by 86%.
Plastic Surgery can improve airway function
A new study suggests that plastic surgery can improve airway function for patients with severe nasal obstructions. The study, conducted by Sam P. Most, M.D., formerly of the University of Washington School of Medicine's Cosmetic Surgery Center, and now at Stanford University, California, reports that functional rhinoplasty can significantly reduce the severity of nasal obstruction.
A new study suggests that plastic surgery can improve airway function for patients with severe nasal obstructions. The study, conducted by Sam P. Most, M.D., formerly of the University of Washington School of Medicine's Cosmetic Surgery Center, and now at Stanford University, California, reports that functional rhinoplasty can significantly reduce the severity of nasal obstruction.
Botox users could be addicted, claims new study
40% of patients receiving Botox therapy expressed a "compulsive" desire for further treatments. However, there is disagreement as to whether this desire is grounded in the emotional "high" following treatment, or because the very nature of Botox means that it is a temporary treatment, requiring regular use to maintain results. However, the study has been slammed as "irresponsible nonsense" by one of the leading Botox experts in the US.
40% of patients receiving Botox therapy expressed a "compulsive" desire for further treatments. However, there is disagreement as to whether this desire is grounded in the emotional "high" following treatment, or because the very nature of Botox means that it is a temporary treatment, requiring regular use to maintain results. However, the study has been slammed as "irresponsible nonsense" by one of the leading Botox experts in the US.
Lumpectomy an option in cancer treatment for breast implant patients
New research indicates that greater options are now available for treating breast cancer in women with breast implants. Although the number of breast augmentation procedures has increased dramatically in recent years, the most likely option in treating breast cancer remained a mastectomy for women with implants.
New research indicates that greater options are now available for treating breast cancer in women with breast implants. Although the number of breast augmentation procedures has increased dramatically in recent years, the most likely option in treating breast cancer remained a mastectomy for women with implants.
Doctors Emphasize Value of Post-Cancer Healthcare
Studies are showing that not all breast cancer survivors are taking the proper post cancer health precautions that doctors recommend. Of every 100,000 women in the United States, there are currently 815 who are breast cancer survivors. Health professionals are emphasizing the importance of the check up mammogram, following recovery from breast cancer to ensure that the cancer has not metastasized and is still remaining in remission.
Dr. Jeanne S. Mandelblatt of the Comprehensive Cancer Center in Washington D.C. recently pioneered an extensive study of breast cancer survivors to determine their post cancer health care habits. For the study, 558 women were asked to keep a diary of their health care for one year following their recovery from cancer. Of these women, 391 produced the diary, revealing that on average women received healthcare approximately 30 times the year following the breast cancer. The most costly expenses found in the diary were medical visits, which comprised a large percentage of the average $1,800 spent on health care.
Facial Stimulators Produce No Results
A recent study performed at the University of Washington Medical Center’s Cosmetic Surgery Center has shown that over the counter facial stimulators produce little, if any age defying results.
The over-the-counter devices allegedly operate by electrically stimulating the facial muscles to improve tone and reduce signs of aging skin. However, in a study performed over a four-month period in which participants regularly used the stimulators, no substantial results were noticed.
Study finds new type of silicone implant offers more natural looking breasts, low complication rate
A new type of silicone breast implant, currently available to women who agree to be part of a clinical study, offers breast augmentation and reconstruction patients more natural looking breasts with a low complication rate, according to a recent study in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). The new gel implants will be the next type of silicone implant produced by manufacturers if the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves the devices to be marketed and sold in the United States.
Who is really considering plastic surgery?
In the first-ever research of its kind, a study conducted by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) details the people considering plastic surgery and their motivations, debunking many stereotypes. The study, published in the September issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the ASPS, found potential patients came from all economic levels and age ranges. Their motivations were personal but not vanity oriented, the study also found.
In the first-ever research of its kind, a study conducted by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) details the people considering plastic surgery and their motivations, debunking many stereotypes. The study, published in the September issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the ASPS, found potential patients came from all economic levels and age ranges. Their motivations were personal but not vanity oriented, the study also found.
Study finds new type of silicone implant offers more natural looking breasts, low complication rate
A new type of silicone breast implant, currently available to women who agree to be part of a clinical study, offers breast augmentation and reconstruction patients more natural looking breasts with a low complication rate, according to a recent study in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). The new gel implants will be the next type of silicone implant produced by manufacturers if the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves the devices to be marketed and sold in the United States.
A new type of silicone breast implant, currently available to women who agree to be part of a clinical study, offers breast augmentation and reconstruction patients more natural looking breasts with a low complication rate, according to a recent study in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). The new gel implants will be the next type of silicone implant produced by manufacturers if the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves the devices to be marketed and sold in the United States.
High-Dairy Diet May Drop Body Fat, Up Muscle
A high-dairy diet may help you lose belly fat and gain muscle even if you don't eat less.
A high-dairy diet may help you lose belly fat and gain muscle even if you don't eat less.
What's the catch? If you actually want to lose weight, you'll still have to eat less.
Those findings are the latest from Michael B. Zemel, PhD, director of the Nutrition Institute at the University of Tennessee. Zemel's earlier work showed that people on calorie-restricted diets lose more weight if they get plenty of low-fat dairy foods.
