Advancing Health Equity: OAC at the National Black Caucus of State Legislators’ State of Black Health in America Policy Forum
in Events, OAC Blog, OAC Newsroom on August 8, 2023

In the pursuit of creating a healthier and more equitable society, it is vital to address health disparities that disproportionately affect Black Americans. On Friday, August 4, in Seattle, WA, the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) had the privilege of attending and presenting at the National Black Caucus of State Legislators‘ (NBCSL) inaugural State of Black
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Access to Obesity Care Means Better Health: Obesity Action Coalition Applauds the Reintroduction of the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act in Congress
in News Releases, OAC Blog, OAC Newsroom on July 20, 2023

Tampa, Fla. –  The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) applauds Senators Tom Carper (D-DE) and Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Representatives Brad Wenstrup (R-OH), Raul Ruiz (D-CA), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA) and Gwen Moore (D-WI) for reintroducing the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (TROA) into the 118th Congress. TROA is a bipartisan bill that directly provides Medicare beneficiaries
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A Decade of Progress: Celebrating Milestones in Obesity Awareness
in Education, OAC Blog, OAC Newsroom on June 18, 2023

Ten years ago, the American Medical Association (AMA) took a significant step forward by officially recognizing obesity as a disease. This declaration not only acknowledged the complexity of obesity but also paved the way for improved understanding, research and access to care.  Since our establishment, the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) has committed to elevating and
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Living with obesity in the time of GLP-1s: Obesity Action Coalition and Ro Release Survey Results
in OAC Blog, OAC Newsroom on April 26, 2023

The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC), a nonprofit organization giving a voice to individuals affected by obesity, partnered with Ro, a top direct-to-patient healthcare company, to survey people across the country living with obesity. The survey aimed to understand more about their weight loss journeys, motivations to address their health and how they feel about new
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Registration is NOW OPEN for OAC’s YWM2023-Virtual Convention!
in Education, Events, OAC Blog, OAC Newsroom on March 17, 2023

Want to experience the latest science-based education on weight and health right at your fingertips? You’re in luck! Registration for the Obesity Action Coalition’s (OAC) annual Your Weight Matters 2023 Virtual Convention (YWM2023-Virtual) is NOW OPEN! This FREE immersive and interactive educational experience takes place LIVE April 29-30 on our Convention Portal. This year’s virtual
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Victory! Delaware Approves Anti-Obesity Medication Coverage for State Employees
in OAC Blog, OAC Newsroom on March 10, 2023

This week, Delaware legislators approved coverage for anti-obesity medications for state employees. Delaware ranks 25th in states impacted by obesity. Almost 34% of adults in Delaware have obesity, and almost 35% of adults have overweight. (Learn more from our Delaware Obesity Fact Sheet). The Obesity Action Coalition believes that obesity is a complex, chronic disease
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OAC Unveils the YWM2023-Virtual Program Agenda!
in Education, Events, OAC Blog, OAC Newsroom on March 7, 2023

The full program agenda for the Obesity Action Coalition’s (OAC) Your Weight Matters 2023 Virtual Convention (YWM2023-Virtual) is now available! This immersive and interactive educational experience will take place April 29-30 on OAC’s online platform, and registration opens March 17. This LIVE online event will present eight informative and ground-breaking weight and health-related topics over two days, all
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