Natural Disasters and the COVID-19 Pandemic

Natural Disasters and the COVID-19 Pandemic

It’s hurricane season—in the middle of a pandemic—which means emergency planning probably looks a little different for most health care facilities. Infection control and food safety should be the focuses of any new disaster plan,…Read More

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Combining COVID-19 and a Weather Emergency: A Recipe for Disaster?

Registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) have been helping acute and post acute care facilities navigate the stormy waters of COVID-19 for months. So, what happens when a weather emergency approaches a facility that is under COVID-19…Read More

Questions about Enteral Nutrition and Fat Malabsorption?

Join award winning dietitian, Dr. Jeanette Hasse, as she helps define nutrition treatment options! Earn 1.0 CPEU! Live Webinar Tuesday August 25 (2:00-3:00 PM EDT) – Recording available within a few days. Are you providing…Read More

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The Importance of Infection Control and Protecting Our Elders During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Hello August

Becky’s Note for August

August is National Wellness month, and in response to the increase of COVID-19 cases, we wanted to focus this month on wellness through infection control. I want to take a second and thank our healthcare…Read More

Hurricane emergency planning

Hurricane Season: Emergency and Disaster Planning

Hurricanes can be a devastating force of destruction. Damage repairs often cost millions of dollars, and that’s just the beginning. Individuals who experience hurricanes often face physical harm or mental and emotional trauma. While we…Read More

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Latest News in Nutrition and Dietetics

The field of nutrition and dietetics is constantly adapting, and this rate of change has only been increased by the COVID-19 pandemic. This month, we’re featuring two recent articles to assist you in daily nutrition…Read More

Food delivery service for elderly woman during COVID-19 pandemic

Latest COVID-19 Nutrition-Related Resources and Updates for August

As we continue to battle COVID-19, we want to thank all of our healthcare heroes who continue to sacrifice during this unprecedented time. Adjusting care to accommodate a pandemic brings many challenges, and we want…Read More

Elderly woman wearing a mask and using hand sanitizer for infection control

Focus on Infection Control During National Wellness Month

August is National Wellness Month, and the need to ensure wellness has been drastically heightened in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. This month, we’re focusing on the promotion of wellness through infection control. Below…Read More

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Becky’s Note for July

As we continue to battle against the COVID-19 pandemic, we are dedicated to providing more resources and research on the virus and its effects. We are eager to help all who are affected. Please  contact…Read More

Playing an Essential Role in Nutrition Care

Becky Dorner has a passion for health and nutrition, leading her to find innovative solutions and share her knowledge with the global dietetics community. We are so proud of Becky’s contributions, and the essential role…Read More

Woman wearing mask and gloves in grocery store during COVID-19 pandemic

Food- and Nutrition-Related Resources and Updates on COVID-19

Has the COVID-19 pandemic changed your eating habits - either out of boredom from being at home more or from food shortages impacting your choices? The way we think about food is changing, and it’s…Read More