In cities across the United States, individuals affected by obesity, their family members and friends, healthcare professionals and many others come together and proudly walk to raise awareness of the disease of obesity, childhood obesity and morbid obesity in the annual Walk from Obesity.

Funds generated from the event support the ASMBS Foundation and its research and professional education initiatives, and the patient and general public educational and advocacy programs of the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC). For more information on the Walk, please click here.

Starting a Walk in your area is an easy process and greatly enhances the ability of your community to unify and build awareness of the many forms of obesity. For more information on how to organize a Walk, please click here.

Joining a Walk in your area is an excellent way to show your support for your fellow walkers and inspire all those affected by all forms of obesity. To join a Walk, click here.

Would you like to stay up-to-date on the latest Walk news and information, such as how to host a Walk in your city, tips for hosting your Walk and much more? If so, click here to sign up for the quarterly Walk from Obesity E-Newsletter.

We encourage you to take advantage of this unique opportunity by becoming a National Sponsor of the 2008 Walk from Obesity. The National Walk sponsors will enjoy tremendous exposure through many outlets. To learn more about the benefits of sponsorship please click here.