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October 30, 2019 at 3:01 PM

Stories from the personal side of obesity (plus other OAC updates!)

  Hear from Others in the OAC Community... Graham: Navigating a Lifetime Defined by Obesity Graham has been fighting obesity since childhood and feels like his entire life can be defined by this battle. In his interview, he shares some o…

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October 23, 2019 at 3:00 PM

Tick Tock! Last Chance to Submit Your YWM2020 Speaking Request!

If you're interested in speaking at YWM2020 next summer, but you haven't submitted a speaking request, now is the time! The deadline to submit is FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25. The OAC's Your Weight Matters Convention & EXPO is heading to Las Vegas, July 9-11. This is…

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October 16, 2019 at 3:01 PM

Don't Let Retailers Get Away with Halloween "Fat" Costumes: Act Now!

  Halloween is NOT an Excuse for Weight Stigma "Fat costumes" sold by retailers during the Halloween season almost always mock a body type described as having obesity. These costumes are meant to be funny, but they actually stigmatize a serious diseas…

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October 14, 2019 at 3:00 PM

OPEN CALL for speakers at YWM2020! Submit your request now!

The OAC is currently accepting speaking submissions for our 2020 Your Weight Matters Convention & EXPO, July 9-11 in Las Vegas! We take pride in the quality of education at YWM Conventions because we know the value in having information that is science-based,…

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October 11, 2019 at 2:43 PM

Short Survey: We want your insight to plan for YWM2020

Please Take Our Survey... The OAC is starting plans for our 2020 Your Weight Matters Convention & EXPO, July 9-11 in Las Vegas. We rely on your insight all the way through the planning process, so we're sending you a short survey and we hope you'll take a f…

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October 9, 2019 at 11:03 PM

Act Now: Ask Retailers to Stop Selling "Fat Costumes" for Halloween!

The Issue: Retail Stores Selling Halloween "Fat Costumes" When retail stores sell Halloween "fat costumes," this is weight stigma. These stores are making fun of a body type that is often associated with obesity. "Fat costumes" spread the mes…

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October 3, 2019 at 7:47 PM

Psst... another great reason to add-on OAC Premium Access Membership!

There's a lot about OAC Premium Access Membership that makes it worth adding-on, but right now is an excellent time to finally do it! For just $25/year, you can enjoy FULL access to OAC education, discounts and more -- PLUS our new Digital Video Library! …

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September 28, 2019 at 3:01 PM

Fat-shaming; patient voices about access to healthcare; news on YWM2020!

National Obesity Care Week (NOCW) just wrapped up its special edition "Access to Care" week, and the OAC wants to thank our members for helping us support it! Last week, together with patient advocates across the country, you amplified the message that access t…

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September 24, 2019 at 3:18 PM

Short Survey: Why Did You Join the OAC's Community?

Hello John, I see that you've recently joined the Obesity Action Coalition's (OAC) Membership Community. Thank you for joining, and welcome! My name is Mckinzie Step, and I'm here to make sure our members enjoy, and benefit from, being connec…

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September 20, 2019 at 3:00 PM

Dafina's Story: I Need Help to Help My Patients

Hear Directly from an OAC Community Member...   "My Job is to Help Improve My Patients' Health Risks." Dafina A. is a family medicine doctor who also practices obesity medicine and recognizes obesity as a chronic disease. In …

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September 18, 2019 at 3:01 PM

Terri's Story: My Fight to Win Back Bariatric Surgery Coverage

Hear Directly from an OAC Community Member...   "Healthcare cannot be pursued passively. We are human beings, and healthcare is a right." - Terri C. | South Carolina When Terri C. learned that her employer-provid…

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September 16, 2019 at 3:00 PM

Sarah's Story: One Appointment, Many Barriers to Care

Hear Directly from an OAC Community Member...   "Access to Care Goes beyond Insurance Coverage..." OAC Community Member Sarah B. has faced countless barriers in the healthcare system managing her obesity and her health. …

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September 15, 2019 at 3:30 PM

NOCW Launches TODAY! OAC Members, Let's Share Our Voices!

  National Obesity Care Week (NOCW) is here and the OAC is Taking ACTION! We support this awareness campaign because we believe everyone deserves access to healthcare. This week, join us in sharing the message that access to healthcare should NOT be limite…

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September 13, 2019 at 6:00 PM

What You Need to Know about Changing Access to Obesity Care

  Healthcare is a human right, but the reality is that for some patients, their weight can prevent them from getting necessary tools and resources to manage their health. There is a lot of debate about barriers to obesity care, but here is the bottom li…

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September 10, 2019 at 7:00 PM

Access to Care Step 1: Recognize Obesity as a Disease

  Do you know what it's like to struggle with a chronic, complicated health condition and not get help? You've heard the OAC talk a lot about access to care lately. As we gear-up for National Obesity Care Week (NOCW) starting this Sunday, you migh…

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September 6, 2019 at 3:11 PM

What Motivated You to Join the OAC's Community?

Hello John, Thank you for recently joining the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) Membership Community! My name is Mckinzie Step, and I work closely with OAC Members to help them make the most out of being connected to us. It's important that w…

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September 5, 2019 at 11:00 PM

Act Now: Stand up for Removing Healthcare Barriers for Patients with Obesity

  Did you know... Less than 1% of physicians are certified in obesity medicine? Most insurance companies don't cover obesity treatment options like FDA-approved medications, bariatric surgery or nutrition counseling? Weight bias is a problem not …

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August 29, 2019 at 11:01 PM

Empowered in our health journeys, energized to make a difference

Earlier this month, the OAC hosted its 8th annual Your Weight Matters Convention & EXPO - and it keeps getting better! This invigorating weekend brought together more than 400 passionate health advocates from 34 states and five countries. The event was not on…

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August 21, 2019 at 11:02 PM

Will you sign this pledge to support access to obesity care without barriers?

The OAC believes that everyone should have access to quality obesity care that isn't limited by a person's size, weight or economic status. Access to obesity care can be life-changing and can make a big difference in someone's journey with weight.  That's why t…

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August 17, 2019 at 3:00 PM

It's Nat. Non-Profit Day! Simple Ways to Give Back to the OAC's Cause

Today is National Non-Profit Day! Will you help the OAC celebrate? As a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, we greatly rely on our members to impact positive change in local, national and global communities. We want to change lives for people affected by obesity …

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August 10, 2019 at 4:04 PM

You Have a Unique Place in the OAC Community!

John, We've enjoyed welcoming you to the OAC Community and telling you more about our background and the work we do. But it's not all about us! We want you to love your Community Member experience. Making the OAC Community Your Own Our Community …

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August 5, 2019 at 4:10 PM

Get to Know the OAC: Our Vision and Mission

Now that you've learned a little more about the OAC and why we exist, you may be asking, "So what do they do?" Let's take a moment to discover more about the OAC's vision, mission and work.  A Better World for People with Obesity The OAC exists to …

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August 1, 2019 at 4:06 PM

Get to Know Us: Why the OAC Exists

Hello again! Since you're new to the OAC Community, we wanted to show you more of who we are. We figured there's no better way to do this than by going back to our roots when the OAC first began! The Start of Something Powerful During a 2005 meetin…

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July 30, 2019 at 9:01 PM

Welcome to Your OAC Community!

John, Thank you for joining our OAC Community! You are now a special part of more than 60,000 other OAC Members who want to connect more with their health, with OAC and with each other.  Our Community is growing daily, but knowing you on a personal…

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July 30, 2019 at 7:50 PM

Welcome to the OAC Community, John!

Thank You for Joining the OAC’s Community!  OAC welcomes you to our vibrant Community of members who are committed to making an impact and seeing a better world for people living with obesity! We are so happy you have chosen to connect with us, becau…

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