Just wrapped up my #TROA meetings on Capitol Hill, now headed to the White House grounds. @ObesityAction #WorldObesityDay2024

Starting July 1, the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program will help expand access to obesity treatment. Eligible Medicare beneficiaries can access certain medications for a $50 monthly copay—a major step toward improving access to evidence-based care. We are thrilled to see this major step forward in expanding access to the care patients deserve. @people people.com/medicare-will-soo…

ARE YOU READY?🚦On July 1, the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program launches, creating a new pathway that may help eligible Medicare patients access obesity treatment. Join @ObesityAdvocacy, @ObesityAction, @AmDiabetesAssn, @OMAsocial, @ASMBS and @ObesitySociety on June 18 to learn what this could mean for you. Sessions are available at 12 PM or 7 PM ET RSVP: obesitycareadvocacynetwork.c…

It's time for airlines to do better for passengers of size. Flying should not come with uncertainty, inconsistency or added barriers. Join OAC's call for fair, transparent and respectful policies. Sign the petition and help make your voice heard. bit.ly/3PN18tZ #TakeAction #AirTravel #Accessibility #OAC

A new study of more than 111,000 women ages 45 to 80 found those on GLP-1 medications had a reduced risk of developing breast cancer by about 30%. abcnews.link/ZTUh9eG

Please pre register online so you’ll get a QR code to scan at a kiosk where you’ll be asked the same questions again…

Hey @uber @Uber_Support & @lyft @AskLyft is there a way to set a preference for a car? Not an SUV or minivan? I’m booking basic, not asking for extra room. I’m short, I need a car.

What is the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge? It is a new @CMSgov program starting on July 1 that may help some eligible on Medicare access certain GLP-1 obesity medications. Ask your doctor if you may qualify. Learn more: bit.ly/49X5lC0

Starting July 1, the @CMSGov new Medicare GLP-1 Bridge may help people on Medicare access certain GLP-1 obesity medications for a flat $50 monthly copay. If you’ve been waiting for more affordable options, talk with your healthcare provider now to see if you may qualify. Learn more: bit.ly/49X5lC0

June is Lipedema Awareness Month. For many people living with lipedema, getting a diagnosis can take years. Learn more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this often misunderstood condition in our article, 10 Things to Understand about Lipedema. obesityaction.org/resources/… #LipedemaAwarenessMonth #Lipedema #ChronicDiseaseAwareness #OAC

Southwest’s Customer of Size policy is now being reconsidered, marking a positive step forward in the ongoing conversation around fairness, accessibility and standardized dignity in air travel. Advocacy from travelers and organizations including the OAC helped elevate concerns and push for clearer, more consistent standards grounded in respect. While this is encouraging progress, continued advocacy is still needed to ensure lasting, meaningful change. Read the full blog and share your thoughts in the comments on what fair and respectful air travel should look like. bit.ly/4nSv9Vy #AdvocacyInAction #AirTravelForAll #AccessibilityMatters #OAC

Always nice to see a familiar name helping improve access to care! I used to meet with Seth when he worked for Sen. Portman.

In Minnesota, proposed Medicaid coverage changes for GLP-1 medications prompted advocacy from the OAC and partner organizations. OAC Board Members Debe Gau and Liz Paul provided testimony, and Rep. John Huot shared his perspective as a lawmaker with lived experience. The discussion highlights the importance of patient voice in obesity care policy. Read more here: bit.ly/4v7N6Ss #Minnesota #Minneapolis #AccessToCare #OAC

No one should have to navigate obesity care in silence. Weight stigma made Mary feel embarrassed to speak openly about her experiences, even with her doctors. Through support, education and community, she finally found her voice. Obesity is a complex, chronic disease. Everyone deserves care that listens, support that meets them where they are and a community that reminds them their story matters. Read Mary’s story here: bit.ly/4nO9rlO #CareFromTheInsideOut #OAC #StopWeightBias

Great news! Early Bird pricing for #YWM2026 has been extended for one more month. Join us in Orlando for science-based education, meaningful conversations and a judgment-free space for patients, providers and advocates working to improve obesity care. Secure the lowest price by registering before June 22 at YWMConvention.com. #OAC #ObesityCare #EarlyBirdExtended #LowestPrice

Paul Rudd and Adam Scott recreated the BOSOM BUDDIES sitcom intro just for fun and the attention to detail is insane 😂

Do you live with more than one health condition, like obesity, diabetes or high blood pressure? We want to know how you prioritize and describe your health. Help us create better educational resources and advocate for care that puts patients first by taking our quick question survey: surveymonkey.com/r/WVDCBV5

Laraine Durham sits down with James Zervios, OAC Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, for a conversation about obesity, GLP-1 medications and what it really takes for patients to get care. They talk about the barriers so many people face, from insurance denials to outdated ideas about obesity and why so many still feel alone in this journey. Watch the full discussion on YouTube: bit.ly/4wugWlA #YourWeightMatters #DownSized #NationalConvention #GLP1 #OAC

1 in 3 American women are affected by #obesity and many face barriers to accessing the care they deserve. Coverage for comprehensive obesity care is an essential part of women's health. Learn more about obesity’s impact on women: bit.ly/41845r2 #WomensHealthMonth

The new @CMSGov Medicare Bridge program is a significant milestone in the effort to ensure equitable obesity care. For years, high costs have stood between Medicare beneficiaries and the medical care they need to manage their health. Beginning July 1, eligible Part D beneficiaries can access these critical treatments for a $50 monthly co-pay. Watch @DrOzCMS outline this program’s rollout and its impact on long-term health outcomes: youtube.com/shorts/_xtjXIoxw…

Access to obesity treatment has been “overdue and much needed,” said OAC’s Vice President of Advocacy & Research, Tracy Zvenyach, as Medicare prepares to launch a new GLP-1 Bridge Program in July. The program could significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs for eligible beneficiaries seeking obesity treatment, an important step toward improving access to evidence-based care. While there’s still more work to do, this marks meaningful progress in recognizing obesity as a chronic disease deserving of treatment and support. Read more now: bit.ly/3PsLjZ1