Embarking on a journey that intertwines love, health and resilience, OAC member Debera (Debe) Gau and her husband, Kevin, openly share their experiences with obesity and how it has impacted their lives. Debe, who serves on the OAC Board of Directors, says her story begins with a diagnosis that marked a life-changing shift from the
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Step into the shoes of Kevin Stephens, a remarkable member of the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) whose personal journey with obesity has become a powerful force for change. As a dedicated volunteer on the OAC’s Inclusivity and Diversity Task Force, Kevin tirelessly works to challenge societal biases and dismantle the barriers faced by those living
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The Obesity Action Coalition’s YWM2023-Virtual Convention is right around the corner on April 29-30! Here are 10 reasons you should register today. 10 Reasons You Can’t Miss YWM2023-Virtual You are guaranteed to learn something new! Our experts stay up-to-date on the research and science, always sharing the latest information about weight management. There’s something for
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By Anita Saah, OAC Community Member My relationship with my body and weight has been a struggle for most of my adult life. In fact, obesity affects my life to this day, even after having bariatric surgery. In some capacity, I think about my obesity on a regular basis — whether it’s weighing myself, looking
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