Type 2 Diabetes has been called one of the fastest growing diseases in Canada. For those who suffer from the disease it can mean a reduced quality of life, higher risk for other health complications and worst of all a shortened life expectancy. However, recent studies have shown that the significant weight loss most patients [...]

The National Women’s Show Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Written By: Clarissa Aznar
On October 23, 24 & 25, 2009, the Surgical Weight Loss Centre will be among the 425 exhibitors at the National Women’s Show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto. The yearly event is Canada’s largest consumer show for women in providing various fashion, [...]

Diabetes A Quiet and Growing Epidemic
Link to Article|http://www.canada.com/health/Diabetes+quiet+growing+epidemic/2082890/story.html
Written By Margaret Munro
Rodney Mckenzie was alone in a cabin in northern Saskatchewan when he woke up and realized something was seriously wrong.
“Everything was foggy,” says Mckenzie, recalling the day he began losing his sight five years ago. Luckily it hadn’t snowed and he managed to snowmobile [...]

Diabetes Rates Soar As Obesity Is Said To Be Key Contributor
Link to Article | http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release/diabetes-rates-soar-as-obesity-is-said-to-be-key-contributor-119830.php
SUNDAY, October 11 2009 (24-7 PressRelease) – A recent study has revealed that the number of people diagnosed with diabetes in the UK has increased by more than 145,000 in the last year.
Data taken from GP practices across the UK [...]

Sleepiness from Sleep Apnea Linked to Diabetes
Link to Article | http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSTRE59C59520091013
Written By Joene Hendry
TUESDAY, October 13 2009 (Reuters Health) – Daytime sleepiness caused by the nighttime breathing disorder sleep apnea is nothing to yawn at.
Risk of Diabetes Is High In Sleep Apnea Patients
A new study from Canada hints that the risk of diabetes may [...]

The 21st Century Epidemic
Link to Article | http://www.cbc.ca/health/story/2009/10/16/f-diabetes-epidemic-global.html
FRIDAY, October 16th, 2009 (CBCNews) — So you’re finding yourself thirsty all the time — a lot more than usual. Or you’ve been really, really tired lately. Can’t seem to get enough sleep.
Maybe you’ve dropped a bunch of weight — without even trying. Funny, but these days, it [...]

Linking Weight Loss to Sleep Apnea
Link to article |http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/09/090928172344.htm
TUESDAY, Sept 29, 2009 (ScienceDaily) — More than 12 million people in the U.S. suffer from sleep apnea, most common among the overweight and obese. More than just loud snoring, it can lead to high blood pressure, stroke, cardiovascular disease and a poor quality of life. For [...]

Link to Article | http://health.usnews.com/articles/health/bernadine-healy/2009/10/14/the-obesity-epidemic-isnt-just-about-willpower.html?PageNr=1
Written By Bernadine Healey, M.D.
WEDNESDAY, October 14 2009 (usnews.com) – Obesity, not so long ago an issue of personal struggle with fatty foods and bulging waistline, has of late become Public Health Enemy No. 1, blamed for almost a third of the rise in healthcare spending. Overeaters now find themselves [...]

Reducing Childhood Obesity
Link to Article | http://www.bclocalnews.com/news/63795157.html
Written by Arthur Williams
THURSDAY, October 8 2009 (bclocalnews.com) – Prince George will be one of two cities in B.C. to pilot a new strategy to reduce childhood obesity.
Pediatric endocrinologist and UBC researcher Shazhan Amed said the program is based on a similar initiative in France, which engaged the [...]

Number of Diabetics Increased More Than 145 000 Within A Year
Link to article | http://topnews.us/content/27540-number-diabetics-increased-more-145000-within-year
Written By Amit Pathania
SUNDAY, Oct 4 2009 (topnews.us) – Unhealthy eating habits and sedentary lifestyle not increases the risk of obesity but it also increases the risk of various diseases like diabetes. Recent data indicates that number of diabetics has [...]