It has been quite a busy week here at the Obesity Action Coalition! To kick off this Season of Giving, we headed to Washington, D.C., for a jam-packed week of activities. From engaging with policymakers to advocating for better access to obesity care, the OAC and our Community spent the Week of GivingTuesday elevating and
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Washington, DC – Today, members of the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) will gather on Capitol Hill to meet with various legislators to express the importance of expanding access to obesity care and urge legislators to co-sponsor the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (TROA). TROA is a bipartisan bill that will give Medicare-eligible Americans greater access
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  GivingTuesday is an international day of giving where people all over the world donate to charities they love. We love GivingTuesday because it showcases the incredible strength of our OAC Community – a powerful force working to create a world where everyone can access the care, understanding and support they need. Why GivingTuesday Matters:
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Meet Mary Tripp, a long-time member of the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) who stands out not only for her passion for advocacy but also for her creativity that lights up OAC Conventions. Mary’s journey with obesity started early, exposing her to challenges with weight and stigma since childhood. Through ups and downs, she found acceptance
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In the pursuit of creating a healthier and more equitable society, it is vital to address health disparities that disproportionately affect Black Americans. On Friday, August 4, in Seattle, WA, the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) had the privilege of attending and presenting at the National Black Caucus of State Legislators‘ (NBCSL) inaugural State of Black
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Tampa, Fla. –  The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) applauds Senators Tom Carper (D-DE) and Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Representatives Brad Wenstrup (R-OH), Raul Ruiz (D-CA), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA) and Gwen Moore (D-WI) for reintroducing the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (TROA) into the 118th Congress. TROA is a bipartisan bill that directly provides Medicare beneficiaries
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The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and the Treatment, Research, and Education to End Obesity (TREO) Foundation honored OAC President and CEO Joe Nadglowski during their annual meeting in Las Vegas. ASMBS presented Joe with the ASMBS Service of Distinction Award for his more than 18 years of continued service in patient
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This week, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont approved a bill that expands Medicaid and Husky B coverage for prescription weight-loss drugs, nutrition counseling and bariatric surgery. This will give patients and healthcare providers more tools on their journey to improved health. Connecticut ranks 39th in states impacted by obesity. More than 30% of adults in Connecticut
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Ten years ago, the American Medical Association (AMA) took a significant step forward by officially recognizing obesity as a disease. This declaration not only acknowledged the complexity of obesity but also paved the way for improved understanding, research and access to care.  Since our establishment, the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) has committed to elevating and
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We hope you’re feeling as proud and excited as we are when we think about our amazing year at the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) in 2022. Because of our Community’s unwavering support and commitment, we made significant progress in our mission to elevate and empower people affected by obesity. We’re thrilled to share our 2022
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Step into the shoes of Kevin Stephens, a remarkable member of the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) whose personal journey with obesity has become a powerful force for change. As a dedicated volunteer on the OAC’s Inclusivity and Diversity Task Force, Kevin tirelessly works to challenge societal biases and dismantle the barriers faced by those living
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This week, New York City legislators approved a bill banning weight-based discrimination. New York ranks 42nd in states impacted by obesity. More than 29% of adults in New York have obesity, and almost 35% of adults have overweight. (Learn more from our  New York State Fact Sheet). Weight bias is defined as holding negative attitudes
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