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|  | December 2024 As we tie a bow on 2024 and reflect on everything our Community has accomplished, what a year it's been for the OAC! From hosting our first in-person Advocacy Day since the pandemic to launching our new bias-free image gallery and celebrating the White House's recently proposed rule that could positively impact millions of individuals affected by obesity, there is so much to reflect on. |
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| | End the Year with Action by Supporting OAC's Mission |
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| While we celebrate the year's accomplishments, we're also reminded that none of it would be possible without the strength of the OAC Community. The OAC is powered by passionate individuals who care deeply about reducing stigma, spreading accurate information, improving access to healthcare and providing impactful education. In these final days of 2024, we invite you to consider making a tax-deductible donation to the OAC. Every gift strengthens our ability to take bold steps—whether it's advocating for better healthcare policies, fighting weight bias or providing resources that change lives. Your support helps us build even more momentum going into 2025, our 20th Anniversary year! |
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| | OAC's Latest News and Updates |
| | | GLP-1 Compounding: Advocating for Patient Safety and Access GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Ozempic have shown significant promise in managing chronic conditions such as obesity and diabetes, but high costs and supply shortages have made these treatments inaccessible for many. In response, some individuals are turning to compounded GLP-1 medications, which introduce new concerns about safety and efficacy. It's important that these compounded medications meet rigorous safety standards and that policymakers address the broader need for more affordable, FDA-approved obesity treatments. Click here to learn more about the OAC’s efforts to advocate for patient safety and access to care. |
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| Improving Outcomes for Women Living with Obesity | SWHR and OAC 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. To tackle these challenges, the Society for Women's Health Research (SWHR) created a policy agenda called "Enacting Change to Improve Outcomes for Women Living with Obesity Across the Lifespan," and the OAC had the privilege of helping in the process by contributing expertise, resources, patient stories and more. Click here to learn more about the new policy agenda. |
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| Save the Dates for OAC's 2025 National Convention and Anniversary Celebration! As we head into 2025, our 20th Anniversary year, the OAC is looking forward to hosting our next in-person National Convention! Make sure you save the dates for July 24-26th in Washington, DC. Soon, we'll be opening registration and unveiling event program details like session topics and speakers. You don't want to miss this inspiring and valuable event if you're looking for education, resources, support and community to help you on your weight and health journey! Click here to sign-up for Convention E-news alerts to get the latest updates and information. |
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| | OAC Community Member Spotlight |
| | Hypothalamic obesity (HyOb) is a rare health condition, but the challenges it brings are all too common. For OAC member Rick Hodgkins, living with HyOb has meant a lifelong battle with weight stigma and the medical complications of this misunderstood disease.
Despite his struggles, Rick has turned his experience into advocacy and joined the OAC to push for better treatments and challenge harmful biases. Click Here to learn more about Rick on our blog. |
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| Resources We Think You'll Like This Month: |
|  | Did you know OAC offers a completely free toolkit to help you have the conversation about weight and health with a healthcare provider? Powered by our Your Weight Matters Campaign, it's an excellent health and wellness resource to support you in the New Year. Download in English.
Download in Spanish.
Order the printed version. |
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| | Obesity Action Coalition
4511 North Himes Ave., Suite 250 | Tampa, Florida 33614
(800) 717-3117 | [email protected] |
| Follow Us on Social Media! | The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) 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. LEARN MORE |
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