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This page presents frequently asked questions about overweight and obesity. Answers include information on what the difference is between being overweight and being obese, what some of the factors tha... Details >

National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Whether you are beginning to address your weight issues or have been fighting the battle for a long-time, this document provides information on the different stages of obesity to help you make decisio... Details >

Obesity Action Coalition  

This article discusses childhood obesity, including health risks, diagnosis, and treatment. Tips for parents and pediatricians are provided.... Details >

American Obesity Association  

A guideline for physicians that presents a new approach for the assessment of overweight and obesity and establish principles of safe and effective weight loss. It includes a 10-step plan and a quick ... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health

This locator service is provided to assist you in finding a bariatric physician near you. There are four locator options available: an online state listing, fax-on-demand, a telephone request service,... Details >

American Society of Bariatric Physicians  

This page links to obesity information specific to your state, including government resources, local support groups, and other resources. ... Details >

Obesity Action Coalition  

This fact sheet defines obesity, and explains some of the causes that can contribute to being overweight or obese. It provides statistics on how many women are obese, explains the serious health probl... Details >

National Women's Health Information Center, Office on Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

This electronic textbook allows easy access to information contained in The Clinical Guidelines on the Identification, Evaluation, and Treatment of Overweight and Obesity in Adults: The Evidence Repor... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health

Persons with obesity are at risk of developing one or more serious medical conditions, which can cause poor health and premature death. Obesity is associated with more than 30 medical conditions, and ... Details >

American Obesity Association  

HealthierUS.Gov is a Web site supporting the President's HealthierUS initiative by providing links to credible, accurate information from the Federal Government that can help Americans choose to live ... Details >

The White House