Obesity affects everyone differently, but for women, the impact can be more severe, as they face higher risks for related physical and mental health problems. A 2021 study in the Journal of Mid-Life Health found that women with obesity are twice as likely to die from related health issues compared to men with excess weight.
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For Courtney Gilbert, a dedicated member of the Obesity Action Coalition, obesity has been a significant part of her life for as long as she can remember. Throughout her life, she has navigated the physical, emotional and social impacts of her weight, witnessing the struggles of her family and friends as well. Despite enduring relentless
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Recently, Oprah Winfrey and WeightWatchers presented Making the Shift: A new way to think about weight. The event covered shedding the weight of shame, the science of weight health, and creating a new health culture together, topics OAC has long championed.  During the event, longtime OAC member and licensed psychologist Dr. Rachel Goldman made an
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To kick off Women’s Health Month, OAC’s own Director of Policy Strategy and Alliances Tracy Zvenyach, PhD, MS, RN, and Immediate-past Chair Patty Nece, JD, participated in Exploring Obesity’s Impact on Women and Policy’s Role in Improving Outcomes, an insightful panel discussion hosted by Society for Women’s Health Research. The discussion focused on understanding and
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Meet Mary Tripp, a long-time member of the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) who stands out not only for her passion for advocacy but also for her creativity that lights up OAC Conventions. Mary’s journey with obesity started early, exposing her to challenges with weight and stigma since childhood. Through ups and downs, she found acceptance
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