 | CHECK OUT OAC'S NEW RESOURCE LIBRARY! The OAC has a NEW educational resource tool to help you with your journey with weight and health! We are excited to unveil our brand new public resource, the OAC Resource Library! The library features a wealth of information on topics such as, nutrition strategies, the science of obesity, bariatric surgery, weight bias, exercise, and more. From resource articles to videos to guides, the OAC Resource Library is a true testament to the unparalleled science-based education that the OAC is known and respected for. Ready to explore OAC's Resource Library? CLICK HERE to check it out now! | | |
SUPPORT THE OAC DURING GIVING TUESDAY! Here at the OAC, we know the best is yet to come. That’s why, on Giving Tuesday, we’re mobilizing our supporters across the globe to show up, give back, and help the OAC create change for our community. Giving Tuesday is taking place on November 30th and there are many different ways you can support our efforts on this global day of giving. No matter how you choose to get involved, you’re making a difference for individuals living with obesity. CLICK HERE to learn more on how you can support the OAC during Giving Tuesday! |  | | |
 | ObesityWeek® 2021: The POWER OF OUR STORIES ObesityWeek® 2021, the preeminent international conference for obesity researchers and clinicians took place this past November 1-5 and featured the latest developments in evidence-based obesity science: cutting-edge basic and clinical research, state-of-the-art treatment and prevention, and the latest efforts in advocacy and public policy – all in a virtual conference format. The OAC was happy to represent the patient voice at ObesityWeek® 2021 and bring attention to the lived experiences and stories of patients with obesity. Our participation was an important reminder of the importance to be included in these conversations and to use our voice to raise awareness and impact change. CLICK HERE to learn more! |  | OAC HEALTH TALKS: HOW TO ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS AND STAY ON TRACK Mark your calendar and join us on December 16th at 7 PM EST for our next FREE OAC Health Talks! The holidays can be a time of joy as you gather around family and friends, but it can also bring stress and make it tough to stay on track. It’s important to know how to keep yourself mentally, emotionally and physically healthy during the holidays. In this OAC Health Talk, you will hear from Nina Crowley, PhD, RDN, LD, as she provides you with some tips and tricks on how to stay on track and check in with yourself during this holiday season. Click on the link to sign-up for our next OAC Health Talks and to access all our past OAC Health Talks! LEARN MORE |  | BE KIND. DO WHAT IS RIGHT. BE PART OF THE SOLUTION TO #STOPWEIGHTBIAS! Check out our NEW Stop Weight Bias merchandise items! These seasonal items will be available until November 30th, so make sure to shop now! When you shop our #StopWeightBias merchandise, you directly support our efforts to put an end to bias, stigma, and discrimination while raising awareness about the movement. The Stop Weight Bias Campaign receives a portion of the proceeds from every purchase. These funds help provide the critical funding needed to enhance education, advocate for change and create a better future for all. SHOP NOW |  | SUBMIT YOUR TOPIC IDEAS NOW! Here at the OAC, our goal is to produce education that is helpful and informative for individuals in their weight management journey. Each year, our Education Program is committed to providing education that is science-based, unbiased, high-quality, and relevant. As we start to build our 2022 Education Program, we encourage you to submit your topic ideas and let us know what topics you want to see the OAC cover in our educational programming. Additionally, speaker submissions for OAC’s Your Weight Matters Convention are now being accepted for those interested in presenting at YWM2022. The deadline for speaker submissions is November 26, so make sure to submit yours now! LEARN MORE | |  |  | "I can hardly believe how quickly this has gone from an idea from a personal struggle to something that is starting to bring big awareness to others and engaging people to help me in making real changes to make sure all people with intellectual disabilities have access to inclusive health care when it comes to obesity. This is just the start for me and I have so much passion for being an advocate. I can’t wait to see what this leads to!" CLICK HERE to read Kayte's story. | | WATCH THE LATEST EPISODE OF THE OAC-TV BROADCAST! WHAT'S IN SEASON: GRATITUDE, GIVING... AND HEALTH INSURANCE Did you miss this month’s episode of the OAC-TV Broadcast? During this insightful episode, our special guest, Jaime Fivecoat, MBA, helped our audience navigate the complexities of health insurance, understand what good healthcare looks like, what to look for in your health insurance plan, and the importance of advocating for good healthcare. WATCH NOW |  | | |  | TAKE OAC'S 2021 ANNUAL SURVEY! As we continue to look ahead into 2022, we need your help. Please take a few short minutes to complete OAC's Annual Survey. Our Annual Survey is meant to continue improving your OAC experience. We rely on your insight to further develop and improve OAC's various programs, resources, efforts, offerings, and more! Those who complete this survey by Friday, December 17th, will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win one of three $25 Amazon Gift Cards! More details about the raffle can be found in the survey. TAKE SURVEY | | | OAC WELCOMES CURRAX PHARMACEUTICALS TO CHAIRMAN'S COUNCIL The OAC is proud to welcome Currax Pharmaceuticals as a new member of our Chairman's Council. Currax Pharmaceuticals recently joined the Council at the Silver level and is excited to help support the work of OAC and patients. Currax Pharmaceuticals is a specialty biopharmaceutical company focused on enhancing the lives of patients by expanding access to life-changing medications that treat diseases such as obesity. The Currax portfolio includes CONTRAVE® (naltrexone HCl/bupropion HCl), the number one prescribed oral weight-loss brand medication in the US. READ MORE
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