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Definition

Better understand BMI and the different types of obesity

Better understand BMI and the different types of obesity

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Obesity increases the risk of serious, sometimes fatal, illnesses

Obesity increases the risk of serious, sometimes fatal, illnesses

An increase in mortality among the obese Globally, overweight and obesity are now associated with more deaths than underweight caused by starvation or disease. This is an unprecedented situation [...]

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Obesity, a rising disease with serious health consequences

Obesity, a rising disease with serious health consequences

A chronic disease recognized by the WHO Obesity is defined as an excess of body fat resulting in a significant increase in weight. A person with a body mass index (BMI) over 30 is considered [...]

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Getting help with bariatric surgery
Looking for help with your health problems? The first step is, of course, to talk to your family doctor or visit a medical clinic for a referral to see a surgeon.
Consult a bariatric surgeon
If you have a BMI over 40 or over 35 with associated health problems, you can fill out the form to join the waiting list to see a surgeon.

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Get more information
For more information on access to bariatric surgery, visit the Centre intégré universitaire de santé et de services sociaux du Nord-de-l'Île-de-Montréal website.

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