September 2026/Endocrine Reviews: The Scientific Statement highlights the benefits of obesity treatment beyond weight loss, including improvements in overall health and reducing the risk of conditions such as heart disease, sleep apnea and liver disease. Statement describes major advances in obesity science and outlines areas of research needed to improve our understanding of the disease, optimize treatment, personalize care and improve long-term health outcomes for people living with obesity. Read the Statement
The Science of Obesity Management
April 2018/Endocrine Reviews: The prevalence of obesity, measured by body mass index, has risen to unacceptable levels in both men and women in the United States and worldwide with resultant hazardous health implications. Genetic, environmental, and behavioral factors influence the development of obesity, and both the general public and health professionals stigmatize those who suffer from the disease. Read the Statement.
August 2017/Endocrine Reviews: Obesity is among the most common and costly chronic disorders worldwide. Estimates suggest that in the United States obesity affects one-third of adults, accounts for up to one-third of total mortality, is concentrated among lower income groups, and increasingly affects children as well as adults. Read the Statement.
The Endocrine Society's new Center on Obesity brings together trusted research, clinical guidelines, educational materials, and advocacy resources to advance obesity treatment and science.
