Another Obesity gene discovered
A study involving 300 children with severe obesity by the University of Cambridge has uncovered a gene on chromosome 16 that has a strong link with severe obesity. Researcher Dr Sadaf Farooqi said: "Our results suggest that one particular gene on chromosome 16 called SH2B1 plays a key role in regulating weight and also in handling blood sugar levels.
Visiting Professor Stephen O'Rahilly speaks on genes and obesity at Sydney's Garvan institute
World leading obesity expert Professor Stephen O'Rahilly from Cambridge University has recently visited Sydney to take part in a Symposium on obesity and diabetes held at the Garvan Institute of medical Research. "I think that health care workers need to understand that genetics are a major reason for obesity, and avoid being judgmental in the face of the growing evidence," he said in one interview.
Breast cancer link with obesity
Australian researchers have discovered a critical link between obesity and the risk of developing breast cancer. Scientists at Melbourne's Prince Henry Institute have found that fat cells stimulate production of the hormone oestrogen, a known stimulator of the growth of some forms of breast cancer cells.
Golfer John Daly sheds 52kg after gastric banding
American Golfer John Daly, who is currently in Sydney to play in the Australian Open, is 52kg lighter following his gastric banding procedure earlier this year. During his visit he underwent a saline adjustment to his gastric band at a well known Sydney obesity clinic. "It's the first time in a long time the wind has pushed me around!" he quipped after playing the first round in gusty Southerly winds.
Response to Channel 7 'Sunday Night' program which aired on 15 November2009 concerning complications after LapBand surgery
A patient who had suffered complications after his gastric banding procedure was presented. A 202kg patient, who had his procedure performed in Tasmania, required multiple operations to repair an injury to his bowel which occurred during his gastric banding procedure.
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