Insight Pt. 2: Jefferson Innovative Weight Management and Lifestyle Program, Greater PHL MLK Day of Service

A New Approach to Weight Management & Lifestyle Medicine at Jefferson Health
As obesity rates and chronic disease continue to rise, Jefferson Health is taking a more accessible, prevention-focused approach by integrating evidence-based weight management and lifestyle medicine directly into primary care. Backed by a $2.4 million award from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI), Jefferson is launching a year-long virtual lifestyle medicine program designed to help participants build sustainable, real-world habits that support long-term health. Joining us is Anna Flattau, MD, Chief of Primary Care at Jefferson Health, who explains how the program works, who is eligible, and how this model—centered on nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management, and social connection—can improve outcomes for patients across the region.
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Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy Through Service in Philadelphia
Philadelphia holds a singular place in the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. It is home to the nation’s first and largest Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, launched in 1996—not just as a holiday, but as a powerful call to action rooted in Dr. King’s vision of “a day on, not a day off.” What began with 1,000 volunteers has grown into a regional movement engaging tens of thousands of people each year across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.

At the heart of this effort is Global Citizen 365, led by Todd Bernstein, president of Global Citizen 365 and founder and director of the Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service. Under his leadership, the initiative has become both a cornerstone of civic action and a year-round catalyst for community engagement and opportunity.

On January 19, 2026, the 31st Annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service will be anchored at Temple University’s Pearson-McGonigle Hall, bringing together volunteers of all ages for service projects, a Jobs & Opportunity Fair, community resources, health and wellness activities, and more—all in honor of Dr. King’s enduring legacy.
Get Involved
🌐 Website: https://mlkdayofservice.org/ www.globalcitizen365.org
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