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STAT+: BMI alternative would flip obesity diagnosis for millions, study finds

Headline via STAT · first report 11 Nov, 21:30 IST, latest 11 Nov, 21:30 IST

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A newly proposed way of identifying obesity could flip the diagnoses of millions of people. Proponents argue it could lead to more precise care.
Combining body mass index with other measurements and tests would lead to better care and outcomes, experts sayAn alternative to BMI for diagnosing obesity could prevent misdiagnosis in millions of people worldwide, according to doctors who found it more…

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