THE size of a man’s waist may be a better indicator of his likelihood of developing cancer than body mass index (BMI), a new ...

The size of a man’s waistband is a better predictor of cancer risk than traditional body mass index measurements, research ...

A study found that waist size is a better cancer risk predictor for men compared to BMI, with an extra 4 inches increasing risk by 25 per cent.

Did you know your waistline might be telling you more than just your fitness level? Research shows that every 4-inch increase ...

Findings of a study comparing waist circumference to BMI for predicting the development of obesity-related cancers show that ...

Everyone is talking about biomarkers right now. Hannah Coates shares the health experts’ guide to testing yours without ...

Body size and excess weight, conventionally assessed using body mass index (BMI), are well-established risk factors for many types of cancer. However, new research to be presented at this year’s ...

Experts believe measuring waist circumference is a more accurate way to predict cancer risk in men - Tim Platt/Digital Vision ...

To find out their WHR, a person needs to measure both the circumference of their waist and their hips. Circumference means the distance around something. To measure the circumference of their ...

Their weight, height and waist circumference will be added to their NHS medical records and tracked over their lifetime. Those who creep into the overweight or obese category will be given advice ...