 | |  |  |  | Welcome back to Insider, our monthly newsletter that shares the latest updates to keep you engaged with the OAC! July has flown by, and as always, it was a month full of movement within the industry. Most notably, a landmark bill that would change the narrative of obesity treatment coverage for eligible Medicare recipients received monumental progress. Each month, the OAC chooses one of our dedicated, inspirational community members to feature on the blog. Last month, we featured Cecelia Jackson and this month, we’re honored to introduce you to Jordan Waters, another new and remarkable community member. Keep reading for the latest industry news, event dates, and top stories. | | | |  | Breaking Barriers and Championing Change with Jordan Waters Meet Jordan Waters, a remarkable new member of the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) who is stepping up and standing out as an advocate fighting for equal access to obesity care. Jordan’s story reveals her strength and the systemic issues many others face in their battle with obesity care. Meet Jordan. | | | | | |  | | |  | | | PROGRESS UPDATE: Amended TROA OAC’s advocacy efforts in support of TROA (The Treat and Reduce Obesity Act) are working! The House Ways and Means Committee passed a narrow version of TROA in June, marking the first time that the bill has moved a critical step forward for the first time in nearly 12 years. While it still has a long way to go, OAC will keep it moving every step of the way. The OAC remains dedicated to championing the needs of individuals affected by obesity and will continue to advocate for comprehensive coverage and access to obesity treatments for everyone affected by obesity. Let's keep TROA moving in a positive direction! Send a letter to your Senators and congressional Representatives urging them to cosponsor TROA (or thank them if they already have—our system will customize the letter accordingly) and urge them to work toward the bill’s passage after nearly 12 years of waiting! Read more or Take action. | | | | | | | | | |  | | |  | | | New Health Talk: PCOS and Obesity w/ Priya Jaisinghani, MD, DABOM Join Dr. Priya Jaisinghani, a triple board-certified physician specializing in Obesity Medicine and Endocrinology and a Clinical Assistant Professor, for an insightful Health Talk on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and its relationship to excess weight and obesity. PCOS is a condition that affects millions of women worldwide. In this talk, Dr. Jaisinghani will explore its causes, how it impacts weight and overall health, and effective strategies for managing this condition. Whether you’re personally affected by PCOS or want to learn more, this talk will provide valuable insights and practical advice. Watch here. | | EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Mediflix  As a valued member of the OAC Community, we're offering you an exciting partner offer: exclusive early access and the opportunity to shape the future of a new app, Mediflix. Mediflix provides access to the world’s leading experts in weight and obesity medicine. You can ask them any question and get immediate video Facetime-like responses about anything you wish to know right from the palm of your hand. OAC members have exclusive limited-time access to Mediflix using the code “OAC.” On an Android? Our initial testing phase is limited to iPhone and iPad users. Get on
the list to be notified when our Android version is ready by signing up on our waitlist. GET MEDIFLIX. | | Looking for Support? OAC Community+ is Here for You! Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) is excited to introduce OAC Community+, a network of support in your journey with weight and health. Whether you're exploring different treatment options, seeking advice from peers, or just looking for a welcoming community to share your experiences with, OAC Community+ is the place for you. Discover hundreds of topics and resources to help you on your journey with weight and health. No matter where you are on your journey, OAC Community+ is where you can belong, connect and thrive. Join today. | | Your Weight Matters Regional: Don't Miss Out! Take the next step on your journey to improved health with quality, science-based education delivered by experts you can trust. At Your Weight Matters Regional, you’ll explore a wide range of topics, from weight management to nutrition and mental health, and our expert speakers will provide valuable insights and science-based strategies to help guide you on your health journey. This year, you can find us in Tampa (7/27), Greenville (8/24), Austin (9/21) and Boston (10/05)! Sign up for alerts. | | | | | |  | | |  | | | Be a Changemaker! The Action Fund embodies our commitment to creating a world free from bias and discrimination, where everyone can access the care and support they deserve. By supporting the Action Fund, you become vital to our collective efforts to foster a better, more just world. Together, we can make a profound impact on the lives of individuals affected by obesity and create lasting change in our communities and beyond. Join us in taking urgent action! Support the fight. | | | | | | | | Obesity Action Coalition
4511 North Himes Ave., Suite 250 | Tampa, Florida 33614
(800) 717-3117 | [email protected] | | | | | The Obesity Action Coalition is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to elevating and empowering individuals affected by obesity through education, advocacy and support. We work to raise awareness of and eliminate weight bias and discrimination in healthcare, education, media and the workplace; fight to improve access to science-based treatment and care of obesity for those who choose to seek it; and provide support through education and community events. | | | | | | | | | | | |
