About one-third of Canadians are now obese — with more weight gain happening during the pandemic, according to a new study.

More information: Flavio T. Vieira et al, Hidden malnutrition in obesity and knee osteoarthritis: Assessment, overlap with sarcopenic obesity and health outcomes, Clinical Nutrition (2025). DOI ...

A new study shows that Ozempic may help ease arthritis knee pain in people with obesity. Here's what to know about the study and whether semaglutide can truly help reduce knee pain, according to ...

Nutritional priorities to support GLP-1 therapy for obesity: A joint advisory from the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, the American Society for Nutrition, the Obesity Medicine Association ...

Excess weight (BMI), a key risk factor for osteoarthritis, was the only risk factor investigated in the GBD 21 data. It was defined as above 20 to 23 kg/m² for those aged at least 20.

BMI, Body-mass index. HADS, Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale. Tables. ... World Congress on Osteoarthritis (OARSI) 2025 Annual Meeting; World Congress on Osteoarthritis ...

Background Patellofemoral pain (PFP) occurs frequently, and may be related to patellofemoral osteoarthritis (PFOA). Obesity is associated with increased risk of knee OA. This systematic review ...

Body mass index is beginning to emerge as a major risk factor for several chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and osteoarthritis.

In the 68-week study by Novo Nordisk, the maker of semaglutide, 407 people with obesity and knee osteoarthritis were randomly assigned to receive semaglutide in the form of Wegovy or a placebo.

Diet high in ultra-processed foods ‘linked to more fat stored in the thighs’ Experts say higher amounts of fat in the thigh muscle could increase the risk for knee osteoarthritis.

Individuals with vs without knee, hip, or hand OA were associated with a significantly increased risk for sleep apnea.