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Weight bias has dominated how people with obesity are portrayed for far too long — but we’re changing that narrative. This weekend, in partnership with Eli Lilly and Company, the OAC unveiled a new bias-free obesity image gallery at this year’s HLTH Conference (Oct. 20-23). The free image gallery, part of OAC’s Stop Weight Bias
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Congress must support bipartisan legislation that will ensure Medicare beneficiaries can access safe, effective, and life-saving treatments for obesity. Update: On November 26th, the White House announced a to expand coverage for obesity medications under Medicare and Medicaid. Click here to learn more about what this means for patients.  The Treat and Reduce Obesity Act
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tampa, FL — September 12, 2024 — The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) today responded to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) newest data on obesity prevalence in the United States, which shows 23 states now reporting that more than one in three adults is living with obesity. “The CDC’s report
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September 10, 2024 Tampa, FL — September 10, 2024 — The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) has launched a new Public Service Announcement (PSA) as part of its nationally recognized Your Weight Matters Campaign, aiming to encourage millions of Americans to take control of their health by starting a vital conversation with their healthcare provider. With
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September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, a time to increase understanding that childhood obesity is a complex and chronic disease. It can also be a sensitive topic for both children and families, so it is essential that we address childhood obesity with empathy and understanding. It’s not simply a matter of personal choice or parental
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Tampa, Fla. — The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) commends the Biden Administration for raising awareness of the need to expand access to obesity care and reduce the high cost of obesity medications. President Biden’s recent announcement marks a significant step forward in a national effort to enhance care and support for individuals affected by obesity.
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Creating real change requires collaboration from those who share a vision of a world that truly supports people affected by obesity. The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) is honored to recognize and welcome our newest members of the OAC Corporate Council in 2024. Over the past eight months, we’ve received amazing support from these companies who
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At the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC), we believe in sharing real stories from our members to help others understand the challenges and stigma of living with obesity. Tara is an OAC Community Member who recently wrote in about wanting to share her personal experiences in hopes of educating healthcare providers and supporting individuals going through
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Team USA’s Ilona Maher, an Olympic Rugby player, is a true powerhouse on and off the field. She went viral this week after responding to a body-shaming comment on one of her recent TikTok videos, where the commenter said about Ilona, “I bet that person has a 30% BMI.” But Ilona didn’t just let the
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The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) believes in the importance of advocacy, especially sharing personal stories about living with obesity to change perceptions and eliminate stigma. Part of our work is also improving the way obesity is addressed in healthcare and educating health professionals. That’s why we were honored to team up with the Obesity Medicine
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Meet Jordan Waters, a remarkable new member of the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) who is stepping up and standing out as an advocate fighting for equal access to obesity care. Jordan’s story reveals her strength and the systemic issues many others face in their battle with obesity care. Jordan’s journey with obesity began in her
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By Sarah Bramblette During the summer months, the weather is warmer, and the days are longer. There are many reasons to love the summer season, including the additional opportunities to make a difference in your community! Did you know that the summer season is the ideal time to meet your members of Congress without having
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