Better by the mile: Mass. mom completes marathon dream

Gabriela Beltre has always wanted to be a marathoner. And this weekend, she finally made that dream come true. NewsCenter 5 ...
The Columbian

Vancouver woman has energy to keep up with young son after losing weight with duodenal switch surgery

Vannette Olvera struggled with her weight her whole life — that is, until two years ago. In August 2023, the 33-year-old Clark County resident underwent duodenal switch surgery at PeaceHealth ...
India Today

Understanding different types of weight loss procedures and their impact

Weight loss surgery, or bariatric surgery, offers a transformative option, helping patients to lose significant weight when ...
Tahoe Daily Tribune.com

Bariatric surgery: What it does, why it works, and what to know before and after

Bariatric surgery is a medical procedure that alters the digestive system to help individuals with obesity lose weight by limiting food intake, nutrient absorption, or both. Globally, obesity has ...