GIGAZINE

A genetic test method will be developed that can predict whether a child's BMI will increase in the future

the World Obesity Federation (WOF) warning that half of the world's population could be classified as obese or overweight by 2035. A new genetic test developed using genetic data from over 5 million ...
Healio

BMI remains ‘good, simple’ diagnostic test for childhood obesity

BMI correctly identifies most children with overweight or obesity and remains the best method to measure adiposity, according to recent findings. “Perhaps contrary to popular opinion, this review ...
Cleveland.com

Solon school district leaders concerned about what they call state's failure to provide ample information on BMI testing requirements

SOLON-- America's obesity epidemic has spurred numerous legislative actions, including a new state of Ohio requirement that says schools must obtain children's Body Mass Index. BMI is calculated using ...
Nature

Body mass index and depressive symptoms in adolescents in Taiwan: testing mediation effects of peer victimization and sleep problems

Despite recognition of the link between body mass index (BMI) and depression in adolescence, the underlying mechanisms behind this association remain understudied. This study aims to examine three ...