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Quick LinksNIH Collaborates with HBO on Obesity Documentary
The Weight of the Nation documentary series and public awareness campaign features National Institutes of Health (NIH) research showing how obesity affects the country's health and how interventions can turn the tide against obesity and its complications. Launched in April, the series of four documentaries focused on obesity was developed by HBO in consultation with NIH and other major health organizations. The project also includes a three-part HBO Family series for kids, 12 short features, a social media campaign, and a nationwide community-based campaign to mobilize action to move the country to a healthier weight. The films can be viewed for free at www.HBO.com |
New NIH Clinical Trial Website Launched for Public, Health Care ProvidersThe new NIH website, NIH Clinical Research Trials and You, helps people learn more about clinical trials, why they matter, and how to participate. The site also provides educational resources, personal stories, links to clinical trials, and free promotional materials to help raise awareness of clinical trials. |
Researchers Study Lean People to Unravel the Complexity of ObesityResearchers funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are incorporating individuals with ideal body weights into obesity studies |
2012 Edition of NIDDK's Annual Scientific Report Now Available
The NIDDK annual scientific report, NIDDK Recent Advances & Emerging Opportunities, is now available. This report highlights examples of NIDDK-supported research advances published in fiscal year 2011. |
Page last updated August 20, 2012
