October 30, 2025 | Health Monitor
According to the CDC, obesity affects roughly two in five Americans aged 60 and older, putting this population at greater risk for cardiovascular and metabolic diseases and a decreased quality of life. In the article When Weight Bias Intersects With Ageism (page 17), Scott Isaacs, MD, FACP, FACE, President of AACE, explains how misconceptions about aging and obesity can lead to undertreatment. He emphasizes that obesity is a medical condition at any age and clinicians should address weight bias and ageism to ensure inclusive, patient-centered care for older adults.
https://www.guide2conditions.com/_files/ugd/fe560c_86f9585ee60745c38b6c22cfec2bb98b.pdf