obesity

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Health consequences of obesity

Dr. Meera Shah explains what obesity is and how it increases the risk of serious diseases, including several types of cancer.

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Beyond weight loss: Bariatric surgery may reduce cancer risk

Dr. Maria Linnaus discusses the link between obesity and cancer risk and how bariatric surgery may reduce that risk.

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Excess body weight, alcohol and tobacco: How lifestyle can affect your cancer risk

Dr. Jon Ebbert discusses the link between cancer risk and excess body weight, alcohol and tobacco and the steps to reduce your risk.