My first experience of flying with Southwest Airlines left a lasting impression; one that for years made me vow to never fly the airline again. In September 2015, I was excited to travel from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago Midway to visit my boyfriend. Like many travelers, I approached the ticket counter anticipating the start of
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“Love and support became the fuel that carried me through the hardest moments of my journey.” Joshua Garson’s journey is a powerful reminder that improving your health is about more than numbers. Today, he embraces a lifestyle grounded in well-being, self-care and a deeper connection to himself and others. His story shows that meaningful change
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State employees in Wisconsin just accomplished a major win. The Wisconsin Group Insurance Board recently made the decision to help state employees get the medical care they need. Starting in 2027, the state health plan will cover obesity medications like GLP-1s.  For the first time, Wisconsin employees will be able to access obesity medications, like
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Obesity care is moving forward in ways never previously seen. While bariatric and metabolic surgery have been available treatment options for more than a decade for patients with severe obesity, current options, including endoscopic procedures have expanded access to treatment to millions more patients. With more treatment options becoming available, insurance companies are catching up
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Last week, advocates from across the country came together for a powerful day of action during the Obesity Care Week (OCW) Virtual Hill Day, organized by the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC). Patients and healthcare professionals joined forces to ensure lawmakers hear directly from those impacted by obesity and those working to improve care. In total,
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The Cost of Flying as a Person of Size Airplane passenger shaming racks up millions of views and it’s not uncommon to see a person in a larger body being the subject of mass online ridicule. There are few people who work harder than me to avoid being the star of one of those videos.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 6, 2026   Tampa, FL — As Obesity Care Week (OCW) 2026 comes to a close, organizers and supporters are reflecting on a week dedicated to advancing understanding, challenging stigma and promoting meaningful action. This year’s theme, “Commit to Care,” encouraged individuals and organizations around the world to elevate conversations about obesity
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The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC), in partnership with the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) Foundation, has announced the release of Commit to Care: A Patient and Health Care Professional Promise, a new resource designed to strengthen communication, trust and shared decision-making in obesity care. Conversations about weight and health are often influenced by stigma
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                               March 2, 2026 Obesity Care Week 2026 Calls for Action to Improve Access
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                               March 2, 2026 OAC and ABOM Foundation Release “Commit to Care” Promise to
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