Tampa, Fla. – This September and October more than 70 cities throughout the United States will host an annual Walk from Obesity. From coast to coast, those affected by the disease of obesity, loved ones, friends,  colleagues, healthcare professionals and many others will join forces and walk in recognition of the obesity epidemic. “The Walk
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Tampa, Fla. – The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) applauds a bipartisan group of 42 United States Senators who today sent a strong message to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Michael Leavitt, urging him to encourage the National Institutes of Health to update its decade-old guidelines for identification, evaluation and treatment of
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Tampa, FL – For the first time ever, individuals affected by obesity will have the opportunity to join together and have their voices heard. On June 17, 2008, the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) and American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) Foundation will host a historic awareness event, the Walk from Obesity – Walk
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