The Fight For Visibility: Courtney Gilbert’s Story

For Courtney Gilbert, a dedicated member of the Obesity Action Coalition, obesity has been a significant part of her life for as long as she can remember. Throughout her life, she has navigated the physical, emotional and social impacts of her weight, witnessing the struggles of her family and friends as well. Despite enduring relentless
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Last weekend, the Obesity Action Coalition’s (OAC) Your Weight Matters Virtual Convention brought together people from around the globe seeking to better understand their weight and health. This year, the event aimed to redefine the narrative around obesity, emphasizing that it is not a personal failing but a health issue that can be managed. Many
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For Faith, being a part of the OAC Community+ has been transformative. As a long-time member, she has experienced firsthand the countless benefits of such a supportive and resource-rich community. Here’s why Faith loves being a part of the OAC Community and why you might consider joining, too. Taking Care of Yourself to Care for
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Recently, Oprah Winfrey and WeightWatchers presented Making the Shift: A new way to think about weight. The event covered shedding the weight of shame, the science of weight health, and creating a new health culture together, topics OAC has long championed.  During the event, longtime OAC member and licensed psychologist Dr. Rachel Goldman made an
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seca, the premier company for medical body composition, has taken its role as a sponsor of the OAC from the Chairman’s Council to the next level with a commitment to donate 5% of all sales from the OMA, ASMBS and ObesityWeek conferences this year back to the OAC. seca is committed to supporting and empowering both
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Meet Jason, a long-time member of the OAC Community and now a Board member who has discovered a transformative path to personal and professional growth. When Jason first joined the OAC Community, he was seeking a supportive environment to connect with like-minded individuals. Little did he know, he was about to embark on a journey
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The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) is pleased to share that Boston Scientific has joined OAC’s Chairman’s Council at the Silver level! Thank you for committing to support and champion the OAC’s mission. About Boston Scientific As a global medical technology leader for more than 40 years, Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health
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Written by James Zervios, OAC VP/Chief Operating Officer Recently, prominent singer and talk show host, Kelly Clarkson, admitted to taking medication to help with their weight, and the world lost its mind, again. It seems more and more these days the “admission” of taking medication to treat a serious chronic disease is met with backlash
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The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) is pleased to share that Biohaven Pharmaceuticals has joined OAC’s Chairman’s Council at the Bronze level! Thank you for committing to support and champion the OAC’s mission. About Biohaven Pharmaceuticals Biohaven is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of life-changing treatments in key therapeutic areas, including
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  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. For just $25 per
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To kick off Women’s Health Month, OAC’s own Director of Policy Strategy and Alliances Tracy Zvenyach, PhD, MS, RN, and Immediate-past Chair Patty Nece, JD, participated in Exploring Obesity’s Impact on Women and Policy’s Role in Improving Outcomes, an insightful panel discussion hosted by Society for Women’s Health Research. The discussion focused on understanding and
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  The Obesity Action Coalition’s Your Weight Matters Virtual Convention is right around the corner on May 18-19! Here are 10 reasons you should register today. 10 Reasons You Can’t Miss Your Weight Matters Virtual! You are guaranteed to learn something new! Our experts stay up-to-date on the research and science, always sharing the latest
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