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Obesity Care Week logo Join us in Washington, DC from July 24-26, 2025 as we bring the nation’s leading weight and health event to our historic capital during OAC’s 20th Anniversary year. It’s going to be an inspiring, empowering and unforgettable weekend! Don't miss out!

Winter Issue Available Now!

The OAC turns 20 this year and this issue of Weight Matters Magazine features exciting news and upcoming events. You will also find articles with family-friendly activities to stay busy and active during the cold months, and delicious recipes to keep your family feeling warm and satisfied.

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As we celebrate our 20th anniversary, we’re not only reflecting on our accomplishments and the 85,000+ member-strong community we've built, but we’re also looking toward a future where everyone affected by obesity has the support, resources and care they need to live their healthiest and happiest lives.

OAC Launches NEW Obesity Image Gallery to Combat Weight Bias in the Media

The Obesity Action Coalition, OAC, is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to giving a voice to the millions of Americans affected by the disease of obesity and empowering them along their journey toward better health.

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Since its inception in 2005, the OAC has grown to be the nation’s leading voice on obesity. Today, we’re a more than 85,000 member-strong national nonprofit focused on:

  • Raising awareness and improving access to prevention and treatment of the disease of obesity
  • Providing evidence-based education on obesity and its treatments.
  • Fighting to eliminate weight bias and discrimination.
  • Elevating the conversation of weight and its impact on health.
  • Offering a community of support for people affected.

Your support fuels our mission. When you participate, advocate and donate, you help us to create a better world for the more than 93 million Americans affected by the disease of obesity. With your help, we can continue to elevate and empower those affected by obesity through education, advocacy and support.

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01aprAll DayThe Rob Portinga Memorial Scholarship Applications Open

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30aprAll DayEarly Bird Registration Closes for the 2025 Your Weight Matters National Convention

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