Press Room

The Obesity Society 's goal is to offer the public sound scientific information. We seek to put you in touch with quality resources to inform your stories. We encourage you to take full advantage of our Website and its links. We will do our best to arrange an interview with an expert spokesperson; preferred form of contact is email and please allow 24 to 48 hours for a response. We will also be happy to place you on our press list for future press releases or other society communications.

Press Contact:

Jane E. Pratt
Director of Communications
The Obesity Society
jpratt@obesity.org
301-563-6526

Press Resources:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Guidelines for the Portrayal of Obese Persons in the Media

About The Obesity Society

Obesity Information

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