Lyndsea Burke, USA National Miss Indiana, uses her pageant platform in the Miss America Organization to erase obesity stigma and raise awareness of bias. Her activism is inspired by the memory of her Aunt Jodie who passed away from obesity-related conditions. Hear the heartfelt reason for why Lyndsea is supporting NOCW2018, taking place October 7-13.
OAC is excited to launch a brand NEW story-sharing initiative that is humanizing obesity, one story at a time! Learn more about this powerful video sharing platform that connects us through our personal stories about obesity and the experiences that shape us.
In this video, OAC Community Member James Lacher talks about his experience with obesity which included the decision to have bariatric surgery. Discover what James learned about bias, treatment and obesity perceptions and join him, alongside OAC, in support of National Obesity Care Week 2018, October 7-13!
OAC Community member Ava Zebrick struggled with weight since childhood, internalizing blame and shame for years to come. Here why she’s supporting National Obesity Care Week 2018.
National Obesity Care Week (NOCW) is on its way, October 7-13! Learn what barriers NOCW is breaking down and see why we need everyone to take ACTION!
Join OAC on Capitol Hill, September 27, for an Advocacy Day devoted to telling state legislators in Congress to support the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act!
National Obesity Care Week (NOCW) will take place October 7th-13th, and OAC is supporting this powerful awareness campaign as a Founding Champion. Join us as we pledge to take ACTION to Change the Way We Care about Obesity!
This past week, August 27-31, OAC proudly hosted Anytime Actions Week. Check-out this recap of what we covered, and let’s get #OACAction trending online for all to see and be inspired by!
Thursday, August 30 is Weight Bias Anytime Actions Day! These are actions that help eliminate obesity stigma which is at the root of many problems people affected by obesity often face. Take #OACAction today to help change the perception of obesity!
Wednesday, August 29 is Access to Care Anytime Actions Day! These are actions that help improve access to effective, evidence-based obesity care. Take #OACAction today to shine a light on existing access barriers while promoting ways to overcome them!
Tuesday, August 28 is Healthcare Provider Anytime Actions Day! HCP actions are easy ways for healthcare providers to take #OACAction and transform care/treatment for patients affected by obesity. Help OAC make a difference for patients!
Monday, August 27 is Outreach Anytime Actions Day! Outreach actions are an easy way to take #OACAction by sharing about OAC, its mission and work with your own community. Help us spread awareness!
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