Take charge of your weight management journey by exploring research study participation options.
Obesity is linked to up to half of new diabetes cases in the U.S. yearly.
Weight loss can improve quality of life by decreasing the risk of diseases like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers.
At least 2.8 million adults die each year as a result of being overweight or obese.
We are offering participation options for various clinical research studies.
By participating, you may:
Obesity is a disorder involving excess body fat that increases the risk of health problems. Simply put, obesity results from the intake of more calories than are burned through daily activities and exercise.
Body mass index (BMI) is a value determined by the mass (weight) and height of a person.
Obesity can be measured by your Body Mass Index (BMI). An overweight score is 25 – 30 and over 30 is considered obese.
Diabetes mellitus type 2 (also known as type 2 diabetes) is a chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar (glucose). The body either doesn't produce enough insulin, or it resists insulin.
Living with obesity increases your risk for type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. If you are obese, medical weight loss or clinical research options may be available to you.
There are multiple type 2 diabetes treatment options that are available but not all may work for every person with diabetes. Many people choose to get involved with medical weight loss. Clinical research options are also available for type 2 diabetes treatment.
Options to manage your weight or obesity may include medical weight loss. Managing your weight under the care of a physician is always a good idea. Medical weight loss should be monitored and there may even be clinical research opportunities to help with this.