OAC Urges Support for TROA on Capitol Hill during Advocacy Day
in OAC Blog on September 27, 2018

Today, dozens of OAC members and other health advocates are on Capitol Hill for an Advocacy Day to urge state legislators to support the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (TROA). With the click of a mouse, you can join our efforts from home! Click to learn how.

I Support NOCW2018 because I Lost a Loved One with Obesity
in OAC Blog on September 26, 2018

Lyndsea Burke, USA National Miss Indiana, uses her pageant platform in the Miss America Organization to erase obesity stigma and raise awareness of bias. Her activism is inspired by the memory of her Aunt Jodie who passed away from obesity-related conditions. Hear the heartfelt reason for why Lyndsea is supporting NOCW2018, taking place October 7-13.

Showcasing the Power of the Personal Story, Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) Launches Weight of the World, a New Online Platform Designed to Connect Individuals
in 2018 News Releases, News Releases, OAC Newsroom on September 24, 2018

Showcasing the Power of the Personal Story, Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) Launches Weight of the World, a New Online Platform Designed to Connect Individuals Tampa, Fla. – Obesity Action Coalition’s (OAC) latest initiative, Weight of the World, is a global effort designed to link people with obesity through a user-friendly web platform of shared stories
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What Obesity Has Taught Me: James Lacher’s Story
in OAC Blog on September 12, 2018

In this video, OAC Community Member James Lacher talks about his experience with obesity which included the decision to have bariatric surgery. Discover what James learned about bias, treatment and obesity perceptions and join him, alongside OAC, in support of National Obesity Care Week 2018, October 7-13!

Take #OACAction with Weight Bias Anytime Actions!
in OAC Blog on August 30, 2018

Thursday, August 30 is Weight Bias Anytime Actions Day! These are actions that help eliminate obesity stigma which is at the root of many problems people affected by obesity often face. Take #OACAction today to help change the perception of obesity!