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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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Since 1993, Becky Dorner & Associates has provided CDR-approved continuing education programs and publications that empower healthcare professionals to deliver excellent care.
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Food, Fitness and Embracing Life Leads to Healthy Aging
Eating nutritious foods and getting plenty of physical activity is a foundation of being healthy at any age. Research supports healthy eating, fitness and overall outlook on life as keys…
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Eating nutritious foods and getting plenty of physical activity is a foundation of being healthy at any age. Research supports healthy eating,…
News in Nutrition and Aging for January
January marks the start of a new year, which means a new opportunity to excel. Start the new year off right by educating yourself on the latest news in nutrition…
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January marks the start of a new year, which means a new opportunity to excel. Start the new year off right by…
Your Healthy Future Begins in 2020
Many people have a goal in mind to live a long and healthy life. The best time to start is now, so let’s start with 2020! The articles below explore…
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Many people have a goal in mind to live a long and healthy life. The best time to start is now, so…
Why Should Older Adults Focus on Fiber?
Digestion plays a vital role in our overall health and wellbeing, and fiber is the key to maintaining regulrity and avoiding constipation. Is there a link between irregularity and aging?…
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Digestion plays a vital role in our overall health and wellbeing, and fiber is the key to maintaining regulrity and avoiding constipation.…
December’s Note from Becky
From everyone at Becky Dorner & Associates, we’re wishing you a joyous holiday season filled with heartwarming memories and nutritious, delicious food. Let’s help our clients and patients have an…
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From everyone at Becky Dorner & Associates, we’re wishing you a joyous holiday season filled with heartwarming memories and nutritious, delicious food. …
News in Aging for December
We’re keeping up on the latest news in the nutrition industry so that you can, too! There’s new research that suggests senior cohousing has significant benefits that help fight the…
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We’re keeping up on the latest news in the nutrition industry so that you can, too! There’s new research that suggests senior…
Giving the Gift of Food and Nutrition
Sharon’s mother Bess is 84 years old and still lives independently in her own home. She likes to cook simple meals, go out to eat with friends and play bridge.…
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Sharon’s mother Bess is 84 years old and still lives independently in her own home. She likes to cook simple meals, go…
Holiday Tips for Nutrition Professionals
With the holidays right around the corner, food will likely play a big role in many celebrations and gatherings. But let’s not to forget the importance of nutrition and food…
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With the holidays right around the corner, food will likely play a big role in many celebrations and gatherings. But let’s not…
November’s Note from Becky
November is the perfect opportunity to give thanks to you, our customers for your support all throughout the year. We truly appreciate your patronage, your encouragement, and your suggestions. Please…
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November is the perfect opportunity to give thanks to you, our customers for your support all throughout the year. We truly appreciate…
Tips for a Safe and Healthy Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is such a great holiday filled with family celebrations, good food and fun; but what about people with specific health concerns and conditions? Learn more about safe food preparation…
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Thanksgiving is such a great holiday filled with family celebrations, good food and fun; but what about people with specific health concerns…
November is National Diabetes Month
November is National Diabetes Month, a time to increase awareness of the risks, symptoms, treatment and management of diabetes. In conjunction with NHLBI, the focus is on the link between…
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November is National Diabetes Month, a time to increase awareness of the risks, symptoms, treatment and management of diabetes. In conjunction with…
Praise for Becky Dorner & Associates
This was a very comprehensive and thorough dive into PCOS, which affects so many women currently. The required reading was easy-to-read, enjoyable, and had interesting case studies to follow. The self study course offered challenging questions with quite a few distractors, which…
Managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Course
Ashley Sponsky, MS, RD, LDN
This continuing education program reviews critical aspects of the science of obesity, thoroughly examining the diverse mechanisms involved in body weight regulation. It is an opportune course for nutrition professionals, as the use of weight loss medications continues to expand. The case…
Weight Management in the Era of GLP-1s: Diet, Dopamine, and Drug Therapy
Aimee Shea, MPH, RDN, CCMS, LD
I thoroughly enjoyed this self study course and required reading. It significantly expanded my knowledge of impacts on the global food system, how these factors including geopolitical history contribute to malnutrition at all parts of the spectrum and how our choices in…
Plate to Planet: Impact of Food Choices on the Planet course
Janice Baker, MBA, RDN, CDCES, CNSC, BCADM
This CPE course encourages RDNs and NDTRs to continue to demonstrate their value as a part of the interdisciplinary team and to assert themselves into becoming a leader within their facilities and workplaces.
Justifying the Need for Quality Measures and Nutrition-Focused Quality Improvement Programs in Skilled Nursing Facilities
Elizabeth Reynolds, RDN, LD
This makes an excellent CPE program! If a clinician learns everything in this program, I could consider them educated in the top 99% of all RDNs for the prevention and treatment of pressure injuries.
Nutrition Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Ulcers/Injuries 2023 Course
Sue Linja, RDN. LD
RDs often find themselves in scenarios where they will be coaching staff and/or patients. In addition, career planning and success may involve the use of an individual having the proper coaching skills. This CPE program provides information of not only how coaching…
Developing Coaching Skills: A Concise Introduction
Brenda Richardson, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND
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…
Kathleen Pellechia, MS, RDN
This course is an essential program for dietitians and nutrition professionals working with clients with GI disease, specifically GERD. The required reading is a highly detailed and comprehensive clinical guideline with useful recommendations to improve the well-being of clients.
Guidance for Evaluation and Management of GERD- Short Course
Aimee Shea, MPH, RDN, LD
This course and required reading is a valuable evidence-based resource utilizing the latest advances in diabetes care supporting using a team approach to support people with diabetes to achieve near normal glycemic control.
Making Sense of Intensive Diabetes Management Course
Lisa Brown, RDN, LD, CDCES
Becky Dorner & Associates provide invaluable continuing education for nutrition professionals. Their courses cover many current and relevant nutrition topics that will help practitioners maintain up-to-date knowledge and expertise.
Aimee Shea, MPH, RDN, CCMS, LD
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