 | SAVE THE DATE: REGISTRATION FOR YWM2023-ENGAGE CONVENTION OPENS JULY 5! YWM2023-Engage is just around the corner! Join us September 21-23 in Orlando, FL, the nation’s leading conference dedicated to bringing together individuals to learn about weight and health from the country’s leading experts. We’ll have ground breaking educational sessions, hands-on activities and workshops, advocacy trainings, immersive connection opportunities and SO MUCH MORE. You won’t want to miss it, so RESERVE YOUR ROOM TODAY and mark your calendar for July 5 so you can be the first register! LEARN MORE. | | |
TRANSFORM A LIFE WHEN YOU DONATE TO THE ROB PORTINGA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Last year at OAC’s in-person event, the OAC Board of Directors unveiled the Rob Portinga Memorial Scholarship Fund, honoring a long-time volunteer and beloved Board Member best known for creating and fostering meaningful connections within our Community. Through the Scholarship Fund, we can ensure everyone has the opportunity to develop the bonds that can only be found at OAC's in-person events, like YWM2023-Engage. The Scholarship Fund relies solely on the generosity of donors, and every dollar donated can change someone's life. MAKE A DONATION today to give another the opportunity to learn, grow, and embrace a healthier life. |  | | |
 | CELEBRATING 2022: HONORING OUR COLLECTIVE IMPACT We hope you’re feeling as proud and excited as we are when we think about our amazing year at OAC in 2022! Because of our Community’s unwavering support and commitment, we made significant progress in our mission to elevate and empower people affected by obesity. We’re thrilled to share our 2022 Annual Report with you, where you’ll find a celebration of our achievements and the impact we made together. Explore our 2022 ANNUAL REPORT for insight into the dedication and hard work of our OAC Community. |  | OAC HEALTH TALKS: MEDICATIONS TO TREAT OBESITY: SEPARATING FACT FROM FICTION| JUNE 22, 2023 AT 7 PM ET There is much confusion around medications to treat obesity. We all have questions like, “Isn’t taking medications to treat obesity the easy way out?” or “Won’t I regain weight if I stop taking the medication?” In this OAC Health Talk, Dr. Nisha Patel, a physician in the field of obesity, culinary medicine, and clinical lipidology, will help you separate fact from fiction by breaking down common myths and misconceptions about anti-obesity medications. SIGN UP FOR FREE. | | |  | A DECADE OF PROGRESS: CELEBRATING MILESTONES IN OBESITY AWARENESS Ten years ago, the American Medical Association (AMA) recognized obesity as a medical disease. This declaration not only acknowledged the complexity of obesity but also paved the way for improved understanding, research and access to care. Over the past decade, we have tirelessly advocated for those affected by obesity and, with the help of our OAC Community, made remarkable accomplishments. In honor of the 10th anniversary of obesity's recognition as a disease, let us take a moment to appreciate ten significant milestones our Community has accomplished over the past ten years. READ HERE. | | | | |  | OAC FRESH PERSPECTIVES | CAN YOU BE BODY POSITIVE AND STILL WANT TO LOSE WEIGHT? The ultimate goals of body positivity involve promoting respect and acceptance of differences and the right of each of us to choose what is best for our health. Those are also goals of the OAC. In this episode of Fresh Perspectives, OAC members reflect on body positivity and how it relates to people with obesity. The group discusses common misconceptions, how healthcare providers can promote the movement to their patients, and how each member practices accepting their bodies. WATCH NOW. | |  |  | In this month's OAC Member Spotlight, passionate member Shekinah shares her inspiring personal journey with obesity, bariatric surgery, and its transformative impact on her health. Read her story to learn about her challenges, the role of support, and how she stays motivated to maintain a healthy lifestyle. READ NOW. | |  | SHARE YOUR STORY You have a story and the OAC wants to help you share it. Whether you have a story about navigating obesity, facing weight stigma, or inspiring others, your voice is important. Real stories have the power to change lives and connect individuals. We all have a story. What's yours? Email [email protected] or upload a video version of your story to WeightoftheWorld.com. |  | REPORTING INFLATED COSTS FOR OBESITY MEDS In a post on ConscienHealth.org Ted Kyle, RPh, MBA, discusses how journalists are reporting inflated costs for obesity medicines, which creates a false narrative. The list prices mentioned in the articles are much higher than what insurance companies actually pay due to rebates, but this information is often hidden. This misleading reporting can lead to limited coverage by insurance companies and higher costs for patients, obscuring the truth about the real cost of these drugs. READ HERE. | | | | Obesity Action Coalition
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