Tampa, Fla. – The 2011 fall issue of the Obesity Action Coalition’s official publication, “Your Weight Matters Magazine,” will mark the magazine’s 25th issue. Throughout the past six years, “Your Weight Matters Magazine” covered a variety of important topics for individuals affected by the disease of obesity. The magazine continues to be one of the
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Tampa, Fla. – The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) has unveiled a new initiative to combat weight bias and stigma, titled “Bias Busters.” “Weight bias and discrimination create significant obstacles for individuals affected by obesity. From weight bias in healthcare settings to pop culture, these individuals are often targets of unfair, disrespectful treatment because of their
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