Walk from Obesity Events

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Obesity affects more than one-third of American adults, and teens who are obese can also face life threatening health risks like heart disease, high blood pressure, sleep apnea and cancer. According to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation research, half of African-American and Latino children born after the year 2000 will develop diabetes or other chronic conditions.

How can you bring awareness about the disease of obesity?

Walk from Obesity is a fundraiser that raises awareness and funds to support advanced obesity research, professional education and access to care initiatives.

The even is hosted by the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) Foundation which gathers individuals affected by obesity in cities across the nation to build an awareness and help advance the cause of fighting obesity.

To learn more about how to get involved in your city, click here.

Upcoming cities and states where the walk will be held: