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Obesity Action Coalition – Your Weight Matters Convention!



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Looking for a reason to go to Orlando, Florida? This could be your excuse! This September 25-27 is Your Weight Matters! The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) sponsors the event, which is a non-profit organization that advocates for individuals who are affected by obesity.

Your Weight Matters! is an initiative to help you take control of your weight. The national convention is focused on…you! It gives you the chance to mingle with other individuals who are fighting obesity, as well as healthcare providers and other experts. Educational sessions include talks by surgeons and other doctors, physical therapists, dietitians, and nurses. Topics include:

  • Avoid weight regain after bariatric surgery.
  • Figuring out which weight loss option is best for you.
  • Stress management.
  • Getting active at work.
  • Mindful eating.
  • Long-term medical concerns after weight loss surgery.

Besides these talks, you can attend useful and fun events such as:

  • Group exercise classes to start the day.
  • lunch with experts in obesity treatment.
  • Free health screenings.
  • A health expo, where you’ll find BariatricPal!

That’s right. BariatricPal is going to be at Your Weight Matters! I hope you’ll make it, too! If you can make it to Orlando between Thursday and Saturday, September 25-27, I’d love to see you at the expo! Stop by the BariatricPal booth and introduce yourself!

You need to pre-register for Your Weight Matters! if you want to go to the talks. There are free tickets available if you live in the area and just want to go to the Your Weight Matters! Expo. I hope to see you there!

Even if you can't make it to the convention in Orlando, you can still support the Obesity Action Coalition by becoming a member or an advocate or getting involved in other ways. It’s a great way to get involved in the fight against obesity.

I hope to see you soon in Orlando!

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I'll be there! I'd love to meet up with any other BP members attending. :)

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I am also coming, along with my mom and sister! We are so looking forward to it!

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I am so happy to hear you are going to be there! I purchased my tickets in April for this great event. Looking forward to all the activities and getting to meet the Bari Pals at the Expo. See you next week.

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I am so happy to hear you are going to be there! I purchased my tickets in April for this great event. Looking forward to all the activities and getting to meet the Bari Pals at the Expo. See you next week.

YAY! You made my night :) So happy to meet BP members at the event. It's gonna be really educational and fun.

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