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OAC Launches Convention Scholarship Program
in 2014 News Releases, News Releases on June 25, 2014

Tampa, Fla. – Today, the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) launched the Convention Scholarship Program giving individuals the opportunity to attend the nation’s PREMIER Convention that empowers and arms individuals with evidence-based education to help them successfully manage their weight and health – OAC’s Your Weight Matters National Convention. The OAC’s 3rd Annual Convention takes place
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OAC Applauds AMA on Supporting Patient Access
in 2014 News Releases, News Releases on June 11, 2014

Tampa, Fla. – Today, the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) applauds the American Medical Association (AMA) on supporting patient access to evidence-based treatments for the disease of obesity. The passage of AMA’s Resolution 111 – Patient Access to Evidence-based Obesity Services allows for the AMA to support advocacy efforts to improve access to evidence-based obesity treatments
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OAC, TOS and Rudd Center Release Media Guidelines
in 2014 News Releases, News Releases on May 1, 2014

Tampa, Fla. – Today, the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC), The Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity and The Obesity Society (TOS) released newly-drafted guidelines aimed at educating media representatives on how to appropriately discuss the disease of obesity in the media. The guidelines focus on areas of journalistic reporting such as conducting balanced coverage
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OAC Unveils Unprecedented Agenda for YWM2014
in 2014 News Releases, News Releases on April 7, 2014

Tampa, Fla. – The OAC – the nation’s most powerful voice impacting individuals struggling with the disease of obesity and weight-related issues – released the complete educational program for its 3rd Annual Your Weight Matters National Convention taking place September 25 – 28 in Orlando, Fla. With more than 50 educational topics, the agenda aims
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OAC Releases Information on YWM2014
in 2014 News Releases, OAC Newsroom on February 21, 2014

Tampa, Fla. – Today, the OAC released new and exciting information on its 3rd Annual National Convention, including registration pricing details, the official opening date of registration, this year’s Convention theme and much more! This year’s Convention, Together We S.H.I.N.E. (Support, Health, Inspiration, Networking and Education), is set for September 25-28 in Orlando, Fla. And
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OAC Welcomes Ted Kyle, RPh, MBA, as Chairman of the Coalition and Announces New Board Members for 2014
in 2014 News Releases, News Releases on January 2, 2014

Tampa, Fla. – The OAC is pleased to welcome Ted Kyle, RPh, MBA, as Chairman of the Coalition. As a longtime OAC member, recipient of the 2012 OAC “Member of the Year” award and frequent Your Weight Matters Magazine author, Ted has consistently provided the OAC with dedication, knowledge and obesity-focused expertise. “The OAC is
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OAC Announces New FREE Online Educational Resource
in 2013 News Releases, News Releases on October 1, 2013

Tampa, Fla. – On the heels of an unbelievably successful National Convention, the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) is excited to announce the launch of a brand new FREE web-based educational program, “OAC’s Educational Webinar Series: Because Your Weight Matters – For Your Health.” Throughout the month of October, the OAC will offer its members and
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