OAC’s President & CEO presents at an internal family medicine chief residents educational program on obesity about communication and weight bias.

An OAC Member opens up about a recent doctor’s appointment where she was treated with weight bias, and what she did to take action and speak up.

Both Vogue and USA Today, alongside other media outlets, have recently published bold news articles that are putting the topic of obesity in the spotlight. Read on to learn about the greater conversations being provoked by these media outlets and tune-in to OAC’s next monthly broadcast, March 24th at 3:00 pm EST, where we’ll explore this topic further.

As COVID-19 vaccines continue to develop and reach more people, you might be asking, “How does the vaccine impact me as a person living with obesity?”

The Morning Consult released an op-ed authored by Joe Nadglowski on the morning of March 15th. Joe Nadglowski is the OAC CEO and President and also serves as the Co-chair for Obesity Care Advocacy Network (OCAN). This piece emphasizes the importance of the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (TROA), especially during the COVID-19 pandemic when
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USA Today recently published a piece titled, “‘Weight isn’t always within your control’: Why some states are prioritizing obesity patients for the COVID-19 vaccine.” This thought-provoking piece highlights why people with obesity are being prioritized for the COVID-19 vaccine. The OAC’s Chairwoman, Patty Nece, JD, was quoted multiple times throughout the article as she expresses
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March 8th is International Women’s Day. On this day, the OAC wants to thank and honor the incredible women on our National Board of Directors.

March 6th of #OCW2021 is “I Care” Day. See why others care about obesity and how you can add your voice to the conversation.

March 6th – As Obesity Care Week 2021 comes to end, the OAC would like to thank everyone who participated by signing up for alerts and being active in the week. We would also like to thank our champions and partners who are always extremely helpful. It is an honor to work with you all.
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March 5th of #OCW2021 is focused on childhood obesity. Learn about childhood obesity and what families and care providers can do to work together.

March 5th – Childhood obesity places kids at risk for diseases that were once only seen in adults, such as type 2 diabetes. These health issues, if left untreated, worsen with age. With this being said, it is crucial that we address childhood obesity and ensure that they are receiving fair and equal care. Childhood
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In recognition of World Obesity Day (March 4th, 2021), taking place during Obesity Care Week, the OAC and other health advocates from across the U.S. are sending unified letters to President Biden asking him to make the disease of obesity a priority in his administration. The letter not only sheds light on how obesity stigma
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