Your Action Helps Create Belonging, Healing and Hope for Families

Sometimes, revisiting the past can be painful — but it can also bring healing. That’s what happened for Jess at this year’s Your Weight Matters National Convention. He came seeking connection and support for himself, but what he found in the Thrive Together Program went far deeper: a chance to witness young people experiencing the
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Every day, families across the country face the challenges of obesity and the stigma that too often comes with it. But because of supporters like you, they don’t have to face it alone. The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) is working toward a future where every person has access to compassionate care, evidence-based treatment and a
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For more than four decades, Kevin Stephens believed what so many people living with obesity are told: it was his fault. “I always thought it was my fault; I didn’t exercise enough, I ate the wrong things,” says Kevin, who leads a human services department in Riverside County. “That’s a long, long time to feel
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For most of her life, Liz Paul carried the heavy burden of blame. “Everyone told me I had a problem,” Liz recalls. “Doctors, family, society — they all said, ‘Why don’t you just fix it?’ I spent decades gaining and losing hundreds of pounds, always believing it was my fault.” For 37 years, no one
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The holiday season is fast approaching and I just finalized my travel plans. While I’m happy to get to visit loved ones, I’m sad that it will be my last trip with a guaranteed refund for my additional seat.  When Southwest Airlines announced plans to move to assigned seating at the end of 2024, my
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By Joe Nadglowski, President and Chief Executive Officer Reflections on a Big Week for Obesity Care The first week of November was quite the whirlwind for the OAC team! We knew it was going to be a busy one, with half of our staff, myself included, in Atlanta for ObesityWeek, The Obesity Society’s annual meeting.
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  Since 2017, TRICARE has provided comprehensive obesity care for its beneficiaries — including coverage for FDA-approved obesity medications. But in August 2025, that changed. TRICARE announced that retirees would no longer have coverage for these medications and that other beneficiaries could only access coverage through in-network providers. This decision isn’t just unfair — it’s dangerous. It
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Millions of Americans living with obesity face barriers to accessing the treatment they need, including high out-of-pocket costs and limited coverage under Medicare and Medicaid. Thanks to the advocacy of thousands of supporters like you, today’s announcement marks a meaningful step toward breaking down these long-standing barriers to care. OAC Applauds the Administration The Obesity
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Tampa, FL — The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) welcomes today’s announcement from the White House outlining new agreements with pharmaceutical manufacturers to significantly lower the cost of several FDA-approved medications, including those used to treat obesity. Under the new agreements, Medicare beneficiaries will pay a co-pay of just $50 per month, making these life-changing treatments
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 4, 2025 At ObesityWeek 2025, new data show overwhelming public support for ensuring that all medications are evaluated and labeled for safety and efficacy in people with obesity. Atlanta, GA — New research presented today at ObesityWeek 2025, the world’s leading international conference on obesity science and care, shows that people
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October is National Bullying Prevention Month, a time to recognize the impact of bullying and advocate for respect, inclusion and understanding. At the Obesity Action Coalition, we are inspired by the courage of our Thrive Together teens who share their stories to help others feel seen and supported. One such teen is Annie, whose journey
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John Candy Deserved Better. So Do the Millions Living with Obesity Today. By Joe Nadglowski, President & CEO, Obesity Action Coalition John Candy was more than a comedian. He was a cultural icon, a father, a friend and by all accounts, a deeply kind human being. But as the new documentary John Candy: I Like
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