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As confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis surge across the United States, food and nutrition professionals are fielding more questions about food safety, fresh produce, and protecting patients who are immunocompromised. To provide evidence-based guidance within your scope of practice, you need to understand what Cyclospora is, recognize concerns that…
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Tips for Healthy, Happy Holidays
The holidays often involve lots of food, which means food safety should be a top priority. In fact, it’s more important than ever this year as we continue to battle…
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The holidays often involve lots of food, which means food safety should be a top priority. In fact, it’s more important than…
Becky’s Note for November
The month of November is a time to give thanks, and this month all of us at Becky Dorner & Associates are so thankful for your continued support and engagement.…
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The month of November is a time to give thanks, and this month all of us at Becky Dorner & Associates are…
Alzheimer’s Awareness Month 2020
Every 33 seconds, an individual receives the devastating diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease. November is Alzheimer’s Awareness month, and we encourage you to take this time to deepen your personal understanding…
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Every 33 seconds, an individual receives the devastating diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease. November is Alzheimer’s Awareness month, and we encourage you to…
How Can You Make a Difference During American Diabetes Month?
Affecting over 10% of the U.S. population, the prevalence of diabetes, both diagnosed and undiagnosed, has continued to increase in recent years. During the month of November, the diabetes community…
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Affecting over 10% of the U.S. population, the prevalence of diabetes, both diagnosed and undiagnosed, has continued to increase in recent years.…
GERD Awareness Week
Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate, but it also can be a time of struggle for those living with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Each year around Thanksgiving, a week is…
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Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate, but it also can be a time of struggle for those living with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease…
Worldwide Pressure Injury Prevention Day 2020
Join a global movement this month! Worldwide Pressure Injury Prevention Day is November 19, 2020. This month we’ve gathered materials to help increase awareness and highlight the impact of COVID-19…
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Join a global movement this month! Worldwide Pressure Injury Prevention Day is November 19, 2020. This month we’ve gathered materials to help…
Becky’s Note for October
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and there are many ways for us to come together and increase awareness for women in need. About 1 in 8 U.S. women are…
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and there are many ways for us to come together and increase awareness for women in…
Latest COVID-19 News for October
While COVID-19 continues to affect daily life for Americans, and citizens worldwide, one population has felt the impact significantly: older adults living in nursing homes and long-term care facilities. Many…
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While COVID-19 continues to affect daily life for Americans, and citizens worldwide, one population has felt the impact significantly: older adults living…
National Healthcare Quality Week: What Does Quality Care Mean To You?
Quality health care that is safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable is incredibly important. This month, the dedication and commitment of healthcare providers is being recognized nationally. As we…
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Quality health care that is safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable is incredibly important. This month, the dedication and commitment of…
Recognizing Mental Health Month and World Stroke Day in October
Mental Health Month was started more than 70 years ago to raise awareness for those living with mental and behavioral health issues. The campaign raises awareness, provides education and shares…
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Mental Health Month was started more than 70 years ago to raise awareness for those living with mental and behavioral health issues.…
Celebrate the Positive Benefits of Vegetarian Diets
Vegetarian diets are typically packed with plenty of vitamins A, B2, C and E, beta carotene, calcium and folate. The vegetarian diet can provide major health benefits from lower cholesterol…
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Vegetarian diets are typically packed with plenty of vitamins A, B2, C and E, beta carotene, calcium and folate. The vegetarian diet…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Every October, advocates for Breast Cancer Awareness Month focus on increasing awareness and educating others about the disease. This annual campaign provides hope, inspiration and resources to help in the…
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Every October, advocates for Breast Cancer Awareness Month focus on increasing awareness and educating others about the disease. This annual campaign provides…
Praise for Becky Dorner & Associates
The required reading and the self-study course contain a wealth of knowledge for all oncology RDNs. I learned things that I didn’t know, even after 17 years. I think it’s a great test of one’s knowledge, especially as a pre-test to the…
Nutrition Therapy for Cancer Treatment Self-Study Course
Keri Ryniak, RD, CSO, CNSC
This course is an excellent source to help nutrition professionals refresh information they had previously learned, information that has since been updated, or learning for the first time.
A Comprehensive Guide to Clinical Nutrition Care – 20 CPE Self-Study Course
Erin Allen, MS, RDN, LD
The required reading and the State Operations Manual course provide a comprehensive guide to a variety of topics related to nutrition in LTC facilities that a dietitian and a food manager need to know. The course also helps nutrition professionals apply the…
State Operations Manual Appendix PP- Guidance to Surveyors for Long Term Care Facilities Course
Doreen Rodo, MEd, RDN, LDN
This required reading and self study course provides excellent information, varied topics, applicable to multiple healthcare venues and level of practitioners. It includes wonderful case studies as an excellent means to apply the information.
The Dietitian’s Guide to Nutrition Assessment Course
Katy Adams, MDA, RD, CSG, LD
This continuing education program is based on the latest data-driven evidence of where the science stands in chronic disease prevention and management, rare and infectious disease control, mental health promotion, and overall lifestyle management for optimum anti-aging. RDNs and NDTRs can better…
The Science of Super-Aging: Unlocking the Secrets of Longevity
Kathleen Pellechia, MS, RDN, PMP
Continuing education programs from Becky Dorner & Associates are always high quality, evidence-based and timely. Given how fast information can change, it is critical to know that you are receiving information that will help you in your present work but also help…
Kathleen Pellechia, MS, RDN, PMP
Due to the growing rate of food allergies not only in the United States but worldwide, this course is vital to the education of current and future nutrition professionals.
Nutrition Management of Food Allergies Course
Lisa Cooperman, MS, RDN
Becky Dorner & Associate’s courses are well written and make learning effective and applicable to clinical practice. Because it uses a case study approach, the course tests are applicable to real life clinical practice.
Fueling Fertility: Optimizing Nutrition for Preconception Planning
Emma Fogt, EdD, MBA, RDN, FAND
This course is excellent and well written. It would be advantageous to read prior to taking the Nutrition Wound Care Certification. It is also a must for any RDN who is part of a wound care team or provides nutritional interventions for…
Nutrition Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Ulcers/Injuries 2023 Course
Anna de Jesus, MBA, RDN
This self study course and required reading benefit RDNs who educate both young and older adults and the consumption of processed foods and the potential effects on their cognition as they age. I have the opportunity to work with a wide age-range…
Ultra-Processed Food and Older Adult Cognitive Health Self-Study Course
Marnee Keeler, RDN, LD
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