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Membership in the OAC
The OAC offers membership at a variety of levels. From patients to surgeons, the OAC has a membership level for all. Membership strengthens the voice of all those living with obesity and ensures that education and advocacy remain at the forefront in the fight against the disease.
Membership levels are available for patients, healthcare professionals, surgeons, physicians and institutions (doctors' offices, bariatric surgery and weight-loss management centers, etc.). The OAC's Chairman's Council is also offered to allow patients, professionals and organizations to get involved in the OAC at a higher level of commitment.
Membership in the OAC is on an annual basis and is accompanied with numerous benefits, such as "OAC News," an official charter membership card/certificate, representation through advocacy and much more!
Join the OAC Today!
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Welcome to the October 2005 edition of the Obesity Action Alert, OAC's free electronic newsletter. The OAC hopes you find the topics discussed below educational and informative.
If you have any questions or concerns about the topics presented in this issue, please contact the OAC National Office at (800) 717-3117 or info@obesityaction.org.
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First Issue of "OAC News" set to debut in mid-October
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The first issue of "OAC News" is set to debut in October 2005. "OAC News" is the OAC's quarterly educational and advocacy newsletter. The newsletter features different articles and stories on obesity-related topics, all of which are geared towards patients.
Each issue includes: a cover story, nutrition corner, “Health Q & A” section, advocacy news and information, inspirational patient profiles, an article on one of the many obesity-related conditions, OAC news and much more. All members of the OAC automatically receive "OAC News." If you would like to receive a copy of the first edition, or to request bulk copies free of charge for your office/organization, please contact the OAC National Office at (800)-717-3117. "OAC News" will be published each October, January, April and July.
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Obesity Increases Risk of Miscarriage
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According to YAHOO! NEWS, pounds can become an obsession during pregnancy, but they should be a concern before conception. Obesity increases women's risk of miscarriage and other serious, even life-threatening, complications.
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Share Your Story with the OAC
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Do you, or someone you know, have an inspiring and interesting story to tell about obesity or morbid obesity?
If you have been affected by obesity, the OAC wants to hear your story. Please e-mail your name and contact information to info@obesityaction.org. The OAC also encourages personal submissions.
To read patient stories, please click the "Read Patient Stories" link on the OAC Web site.
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More Obese Seniors Choose Gastric-Bypass
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With 360 pounds hanging on his 5-foot-7 frame, Robert Stratiff was in sad shape.
He had heart problems, poor circulation, wasted knees and sleep apnea that kept him awake most nights. Miserable at age 69, he knew he wasn't long for the world unless he did something drastic. And soon...
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Patients Find Accessing Healthcare for Obesity or Morbid Obesity Difficult
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Are you experiencing difficulty accessing medical treatment for obesity or morbid obesity? If so, write the OAC at info@obesityaction.org and tell us about your issue.
It is not uncommon for patients to find it hard to seek medical treatment for this disease. One of the OAC's goals is to help patients gain access to medical treatment by joining with others to advocate for safe and effective treatments.
While you are writing the OAC, why not tell your state representative about your difficulty as well. Be sure to visit the "Advocacy" section of the OAC Web site and locate your representative. Raise Your Voice and be heard!
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Obesity Rises, PE Classes Decline
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According to Sonomanews.com, the California Center for Public Health Advocacy recently released a study that analyzed the 2004 California Physical Fitness Test results for schoolchildren and found a steady increase in childhood obesity.
This is the second of a two-part series by the Index- Tribune focusing on nutrition and physical education to determine why the rate of overweight schoolchildren continues to escalate.
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To view this article at Sonomanews.com, click here. |
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