Lymphedema Treatment: Can You Be Fat but Fit?

Daily Dose

Is 'Fat but Fit' Really Possible?

BBC—

"Fat but fit" is a theory that extra weight is not harmful when metabolic factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar are within recommended limits. Research remains somewhat conflicted, but a new, currently unpublished study suggests "fat but fit" is a myth.

Study: Steroid Injections Do Not Relieve Knee Pain

MNT—New research published in JAMA shows that corticosteroid injections are no more effective than placebo for reducing knee pain caused by osteoarthritis (OA).

New Device Treats Sleep Apnea

NBC News—Some people with moderate or severe sleep apnea that doesn't improve with CPAP therapy may benefit from a relatively new treatment approved by the FDA.

Pre-Existing Condition? Why You Should Worry

Health After 50—

The American Health Care Act, which passed the House of Representatives earlier this month, could strand people who have pre-existing conditions with health insurance that has high premiums and skimpy coverage.

Obesity and Infertlity

Berkeley Wellness—

Very obese couples have a harder time conceiving than leaner couples. According to a recent study, couples in which both partners were very obese (BMI 35 or higher) took more than 50 percent longer to achieve pregnancy.