Obesity Action Coalition - OAC

10/23/2026

Do you have Medicare but no prescription drug coverage? With the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge now underway, understanding your Medicare Part D options could be an important step toward accessing obesity treatment. Medicare Open Enrollment ends Dec. 7, so now is the time to learn about coverage options, potential penalties and what to consider before enrolling. https://bit.ly/4jyIrqg

10/23/2026

The Step Challenge is gaining momentum, and we’re getting close to the final week. So many incredible individuals and teams have signed up and are showing what’s possible when we step up together. There’s still time to be part of the excitement and support the challenge with a donation. Don’t miss your chance to make an impact before the month is over. ObesityAction.org/stepchallenge

10/22/2026

Frustrated with your weight or looking for support? You’re not alone. Talking with a health care professional can be an important first step toward understanding your options and finding a plan that works for you. Take the free Your Weight Matters Challenge for tools, tips and resources to help you feel more prepared and confident: YourWeightMatters.org.

10/22/2026

Behind every statistic is a person with a story. Today, OAC National Board of Directors member Jason Krynicki shared his experience as a patient while testifying before the New Jersey Assembly Health Committee. His story brought the realities of living with obesity directly into the conversation and showed why patient voices matter in shaping health policy. Want to make your voice heard? Join OAC Action Teams and get involved in advocacy: https://bit.ly/47zA32G

10/22/2026

What if we’ve been thinking about obesity all wrong? In a recent Lubbock Avalanche-Journal opinion article, Dr. Nik Dhurandhar of Texas Tech University explains why obesity is far more complex than simply eating less and exercising more—and how biology and genetics play a role. Read the full op-ed to learn why understanding obesity as a chronic disease matters. https://bit.ly/3VX6t4x

10/21/2026

Noticing changes in your waistline even though the number on the scale hasn't changed? Menopause can affect where your body stores fat, but there's more happening beneath the surface than you might realize. Learn what's behind these changes and what they mean for your health: yourweightmatters.org/menopause-body-change/

Learn why menopause can change belly fat, muscle mass and body composition—even without weight gain—and what can support your health during midlife.

10/21/2026

👟 The OAC Step Challenge is picking up momentum, and there’s still room for YOU!

Whether you're taking on the challenge yourself or cheering on a participant or team, this is your chance to be part of something and help advance OAC's mission. Don't sit this one out: ObesityAction.org/stepchallenge/

10/21/2026

Have you ever wondered how much your upbringing shapes the way you think about weight and health? OAC's NEW Health Talk, Cultural Perspectives on Weight, Health & Bias, explores how family, culture and community influence our beliefs, sometimes without us even realizing it. Watch now and see what might change your perspective! https://bit.ly/3VxHNiX

10/20/2026

Movement with a mission takes the spotlight on Bloom Tampa Bay! OAC's Senior Vice President and COO James Zervios joined WFLA to highlight how intentional movement can make an impact for people affected by obesity. There's still time to join the excitement, rally a team or support someone participating! Watch the segment and get inspired: https://bit.ly/47v5P0M

10/20/2026

How we talk about obesity matters. Join OAC and the Obesity Association, a division of the American Diabetes Association for a FREE webinar exploring how weight bias and stigma can affect the healthcare experiences of people living with obesity. Learn practical strategies for improving patient conversations and creating more inclusive clinical environments.

📅 November 3 | 4:00-5:00 p.m. ET
🔗 Register for FREE: https://bit.ly/4qZnXJ6