POLICY AND ADVOCACY

Advancing Better Obesity Policy

Our four policy priorities focus TOS’ efforts on improving obesity care, accelerating research, and supporting people living with obesity.

TOS champions four policy priority areas that support better health outcomes for people living with obesity. TOS is committed to advancing four policy priorities that promote evidence-based approaches to obesity prevention, treatment and research. Through its policy work, TOS advocates for progress in​ four key areas essential to addressing obesity as a chronic disease.

Access
to Care​

Advocating for equitable access to comprehensive, evidence-based obesity prevention and treatment services for all who need them.

Research Infrastructure
and Funding​

Promoting sustained investment in obesity research and the infrastructure needed to advance scientific discovery and improve patient outcomes.

Bias
and Stigma​

Working to eliminate weight bias and stigma in healthcare, research, education, and society to ensure respectful, person-centered care.

Evidence-based Pediatric and Adult Prevention ​

Supporting policies that promote scientifically proven strategies to prevent obesity and improve health across the lifespan.

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