Worrying about weight stigma at the doctor’s office
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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 15-Jun-2026 08:16 ET (15-Jun-2026 12:16 GMT/UTC)
New research from Worcester Polytechnic Institute suggests that simply being weighed during a medical appointment may trigger measurable stress responses in patients. In a randomized study, researchers found that routine weigh-ins may function as a subtle form of weight stigma in health care, increasing blood pressure, cortisol, and perceived stress.
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