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Community - Obesity Action Coalition The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) understands that the journey to improved health can be challenging, but we also know that great things happen when we learn, connect and engage. When you join the OAC Community, you’ll discover hundreds of topics to help you on your journey with weight and health...

Indianapolis - Your Weight Matters Regional Introducing Your Weight Matters Indianapolis, A Free Weight and Health Event Begin your journey to improved health with quality, science-based education delivered by experts you can trust. At Your Weight Matters Indianapolis, you’ll explore a wide range of topics, from weight management to nutriti...

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📣 Obesity Care Week is Here! March 4th - 8th.

During and , we are raising awareness of the 5 Principles of Obesity!

1. It is undeniable that obesity is a chronic disease.
2. Obesity is driven by powerful underlying biology, not choice.
3. The many health effects of excess weight can start early.
4. Obesity is treatable.
5. Weight bias, stigma and discrimination are harmful.

We encourage everyone to visit obesitycareweek.org to learn more, take action and SIGN THE PLEDGE! ✍🏼

💕 Happy Valentine's Day from the Obesity Action Coalition! 💕

At the OAC, our supportive community is at the heart of everything we do. 💙 From individuals supporting one another throughout their health journeys to our dedicated advocates tirelessly fighting for change to enhance the lives of those affected by obesity, we are inspired every day!

Become a part of this AMAZING Community https://www.obesityaction.org/get-involved/join-the-community/

HOME - Your Weight Matters The Your Weight Matters National Convention is the largest National meeting dedicated to providing evidence-based strategies for individuals impacted by excess weight and obesity.

Here at the OAC, we understand how challenging it is to find the right information about weight and health. We are excited to announce a BRAND-NEW FREE EVENT series - Your Weight Matters Regional!

These are FREE weight and health events coming to a city near you, kicking off in Southern California on February 3 at the beautiful Cassara Hotel in Carlsbad, CA! Register for FREE or sign up for alerts to be the first to know when we visit a city near you at yourweightmatters.com

NEW VIDEO! In this new episode of Fresh Perspectives, the OAC chats with clinical health psychologist Dr. Robyn Pashby about navigating everyday stressors that often accompany the holidays to help us understand how to have a healthy and enjoyable season. https://youtu.be/zd4jBh8tK_Y

She discusses how holiday stress and family dynamics can impact eating habits and how to cope with it and balance holiday festivities with your health goals.

is here!!

This year, OAC is celebrating GivingTuesday by giving you a behind-the-scenes look into one of the many ways we elevate and empower people with obesity -- advocating on Capitol Hill! Follow us on all social media for exclusive content throughout the day.

We're giving you the inside scoop on how the OAC advocates for our Community. We wouldn’t be able to do this without your donations, so donate today on GivingTuesday https://www.obesityaction.org/donate2023

DID YOU KNOW? The OAC is offering UP TO 18 CE CREDITS for our Your Weight Matters National Convention on weight and health, YWM2023-Engage in Orlando Florida!

This is an absolute amazing opportunity for nurses and some healthcare professionals to learn alongside patients to better understand their needs and concerns.

Register for YWM2023-Engage now to take advantage of this incredible opportunity! https://www.ywmconvention.com/ywm-engage/registration/

YWM2022-Engage Learn more at https://www.ywmconvention.com/ywm-engage/

There are many reasons you won't want to miss OAC's YWM2023-Engage Convention!

One reason is that there’s something for everybody, no matter where you are on your journey with weight and health.

Experience this top-notch education in-person and register today! https://www.ywmconvention.com/ywm-engage/registration/

TONIGHT! 11/14 at 9 PM ET Join us for our monthly Obesity Social Media Tweet Chat https://twitter.com/obsmchat

Tonight's Topic: Thriving Through the Holidays
Let's share strategies for dealing with stress, food, relationships, and more.

Use the hashtag in your tweets
Tell a friend!

TONIGHT! September 12th join us at 9 pm ET for this month's Obesity Social Media Chat.

Chat with experts in the field and those with lived experiences about childhood obesity. Remember to add to your tweets.
Follow https://twitter.com/obsmchat

September is Awareness Month.

#obsm chat (@obsmchat) | Twitter The latest Tweets from chat (). Obesity Social Media Chat Second Sunday of every month at 9 pm EST Monthly conversations about obesity-related topics. Tweets ≠ medical advice. Global

See you THIS SUNDAY! August 8th at 9 PM ET for this month's Obesity Social Media Tweet Chat on Twitter: https://twitter.com/obsmchat

Bringing together advocates, healthcare professionals, & people affected by obesity for obesity-related conversations.

This month we'll be talking HOT TOPICS

#obsm chat (@obsmchat) | Twitter The latest Tweets from chat (). Obesity Social Media Chat Second Sunday of every month at 9 pm EST Monthly conversations about obesity-related topics. Tweets ≠ medical advice. Global

Great pre-read for TONIGHT's Tweet Chat

"An ongoing nightmare": People with obesity face major healthcare obstacles The case of Laura Baker, a brain cancer patient who was unable to get a CT scan because of her size, highlights the health care challenges very heavy people face.

JOIN US for this month's Obesity Social Media Chat Twitter Chat **TONIGHT** at 9 PM ET. https://twitter.com/obsmchat

Bringing together advocates, health care professionals, & people affected by obesity for obesity-related conversations.

TONIGHT'S TOPIC: Hurdles & Solutions to Accessing Obesity Care

Tell a friend!

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TONIGHT! 6/13 at 9 pm EST. on Twitter
Are you (or your patients) anxious about post re-entry because of weight gain? Let's chat about it!

Follow us https://twitter.com/obsmchat for topic Q's, add to your tweets to join the discussion, and follow the hashtag to see what others are sharing.

While you wait for tonight's chat give this a watch: https://youtu.be/sUZ5aQfeBIk

and then join us on Twitter at 9 pm EST to chat.

OAC Health Talks: COVID-19 and Getting Back Out There There is no doubt that COVID-19 has had a profound effect on all our lives, and as restrictions are slowly being lifted, we know there is a lot on everyone’s...

Did you miss this month's tweet chat on Fertility, Pregnancy & Obesity? No worries.

Here's a link to the transcript: https://wakelet.com/wake/XGPVPXfZnkuPfQaxF2Wym continue the conversations and find new people to follow.

Mark your calendar to JOIN US for the next Obesity Social Media Chat on Sunday, June 13th at 9 pm EST.

Bringing together advocates, health care professionals, and people affected by obesity for monthly obesity-related conversations.

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TONIGHT on Twitter! 9 pm ET. Join us for this month's tweet chat https://twitter.com/obsmchat

Here are just some of the questions we'll be discussing...

Does obesity affect female fertility? Does obesity affect male fertility?
How can obesity impact pregnancy?
What if any challenges are there to pregnancy after having bariatric surgery?
If you are affected by obesity, will your children be affected by obesity?

Tell a friend! Share in support groups.

Tonight's Topic: Obesity, Fertility (male & female) and Pregnancy
w/special guest Dr. Joshua Hurwitz. Reproductive Endocrinologist, Infertility Specialist

THIS WEEKEND! All FREE!

SATURDAY at 3 pm ET Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) Health Talks https://youtube.com/c/ObesityactionOrg Topic: Navigating the post- world w/ Dr. Robyn Pashby PhD https://www.obesityaction.org/healthtalks

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SUNDAY at 9 pm ET The Obesity Social Media Community hosts its monthly Tweet Chat Topic: , (🚺🚹) & w/ Dr. Joshua Hurwitz REI https://twitter.com/obsmchat

#obsm chat (@obsmchat) | Twitter The latest Tweets from chat (). Obesity Social Media Chat Second Sunday of every month at 9 pm EST Monthly conversations about obesity-related topics. Tweets ≠ medical advice. Global

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JOIN US on Twitter THIS SUNDAY, May 16th at 9 pm ET for this month's Obesity Social Media Tweet Chat.

https://twitter.com/obsmchat

This month's topic: Obesity, Fertility (both male & female) & Pregnancy

w/special guest: Dr. Joshua Hurwitz https://twitter.com/JoshuaHurwitz Reproductive Endocrinologist, Infertility Specialist.

Joshua Hurwitz, MD Grew up outside of Boston, attended medical school at Jefferson Medical College, and completed an OBGYN residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, both in Philadelphia. Fellowship in Reproductive endocrinology & Infertility (REI ) at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in NYC.
Dr. Hurwitz is now a Senior Physician & Partner at Reproductive Medicine Associates of CT (RMA CT). He is also the Director of the Division of REI at Danbury Hospital and the Nuvance Health Network, and serves as the Director of Fertility Preservation at Nuvance as well.

Mark your calendar for this month's Obesity Social Media Tweet Chat being held on Sunday, May 16th at 9 pm ET.

This month's topic: Obesity, Fertility (both 🚹🚺 ) & Pregnancy.

https://twitter.com/obsmchat

Tweet Chats: Bringing together advocates, health care professionals, and people affected by obesity for monthly obesity-related conversations. All are welcome.

How to join the Obesity Social Media Tweet Chat:
Follow on Twitter https://twitter.com/obsmchat for monthly topics & questions.
Join us on Twitter on Sunday, May 16th at 9 pm ET.
Type in the search box, click/refresh the "Latest" tab.
Add the hashtag on your tweets to join the great discussions.

#obsm chat (@obsmchat) | Twitter The latest Tweets from chat (). Obesity Social Media Chat Second Sunday of every month at 9 pm EST Monthly conversations about obesity-related topics. Tweets ≠ medical advice. Global

Mark your calendars now to JOIN US for the next Obesity Social Media Chat on Sunday, May 16th* at 9 pm EST *note date change due to Mother's Day

Bringing together advocates, health care professionals, and people affected by obesity for monthly obesity-related conversations on Twitter. Be sure to follow https://twitter.com/obsmchat

Read along, join in the discussion, tell a friend.
All are welcome!