Doctors have long relied on measurements like body mass index (BMI) and waist-to-hip ratios to assess health risks. However, researchers are increasingly focusing their attention on an unexpected ...

What’s the circumference of your neck? No idea? That’s fair enough – but according to some experts, it might be worth getting to know your neck size. That’s because it could be a better indicator of ...

Doctors have long relied on measurements like body mass index (BMI) and waist-to-hip ratios to assess health risks. However, researchers are increasingly focusing their attention on an unexpected ...

When doctors talk about heart health, common markers like cholesterol, blood pressure, and waist size usually take the spotlight. But what if a simple tape measure around the neck could also reveal ...

(CBS) Do you suspect your kid is fat? Do you want a pediatrician's opinion? You might be surprised to find the doctor take out a measuring tape and wrap it around your child's neck to get the truth.

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Laura holds a Master's in Experimental Neuroscience and a Bachelor's in Biology from Imperial College London. Her areas of expertise include health, medicine, psychology, and neuroscience. Laura holds ...