Imagine trying to work out if you are dangerously overweight without once hopping on to the bathroom scales. That's what a new method for determining body size aims to do.

The study highlights BMI's role in mediating genetic risk for diseases, suggesting a complex relationship with conditions ...

New body composition tests are replacing BMI as a more accurate way to assess health and fitness. Measuring muscle mass and ...

New study from /Amgen highlights the importance of BMI in pathogenesis of disease, suggesting that reducing BMI alone could lower the risk of several diseases.

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When you visit a doctor, one of the first steps is a stop at the triage, where your weight and height are measured, and your ...

The Village People responded with a firm “no” when asked to perform at President Trump’s first inauguration. They also ...

The term BMI was first used in the mid-19th century, although the acronym wasn't officially coined until 1972 when ...

Experts recommend wearing loose petticoats to prevent pressure and encourage women to seek medical advice for any unusual ...

Although the Trojans were bounced in the Elite 8 by UCONN last season, it was still a successful season for them. The team finished the 2023-24 season 29-6 overall, and they made it to the Elite ...

Legendary songwriter, guitarist, and producer Graham Lyle will receive the BMI Icon Award at the 2024 BMI London Awards, which will be held on December 9 at The Savoy. The recognition will celebrate ...