Obesity should not be considered a barrier for a patient who needs a shoulder replacement procedure, researchers argued in a ...

Body mass index (BMI) can help you see if your weight is raising your risk for health problems. It uses a formula to compare how much you weigh with how tall you are. A BMI lower than 18.5 is ...

Higher BMI is not linked to increased risk of death or other complications following shoulder replacement surgery, according ...

Monitoring your health begins with understanding your body composition, and one of the simplest ways to do that is by using a BMI calculator.

The Body Mass Index (BMI) has long been a standard tool for assessing weight-related health risks. However, growing evidence suggests that this one-size-fits-all metric does not serve all communities ...

Carrying a few additional pounds may be healthy as we get olderThe number on the scale isn't the only factor to consider.By ...

Trying to determine the impact your body shape and weight have on your health and well-being isn't an exact science. Healthcare providers often use a simple calculation called body mass index, or BMI, ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Earlier this month, the American Medical Association adopted a new ...