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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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August’s Note from Becky
August is National Wellness Month, a time to focus on self-care, managing stress and promoting healthy routines. In order to promote wellness and healthy habits, you must first adopt them…
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August is National Wellness Month, a time to focus on self-care, managing stress and promoting healthy routines. In order to promote wellness…
Celebrate National Wellness Month
August is National Wellness Month, a time to focus on self-care, managing stress and promoting healthy routines. The articles we compiled below discuss nutrition, exercise and standards of care—all the…
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August is National Wellness Month, a time to focus on self-care, managing stress and promoting healthy routines. The articles we compiled below…
Emergency and Disaster Planning
The Atlantic hurricane season is June 1 through November 30 each year, which means we’re in the thick of it right now! If you live in an at-risk area, it’s…
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The Atlantic hurricane season is June 1 through November 30 each year, which means we’re in the thick of it right now!…
Play It Safe: Food Safety for Older Adults
George has been living alone since his wife recently passed. His wife did all the cooking, and George’s skills are limited to reheating food on the stove or in the…
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George has been living alone since his wife recently passed. His wife did all the cooking, and George’s skills are limited to…
July’s Note from Becky
Hooray! Summer is here! It’s a great time for making delicious, fresh food and getting lots of exercise outdoors. Not to mention all of the fabulous picnics and outdoor parties! Did…
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Hooray! Summer is here! It’s a great time for making delicious, fresh food and getting lots of exercise outdoors. Not to mention all…
July is National Picnic Month!
July is National Picnic Month, and there couldn’t be a better month for it! It’s important to soak up some vitamin D, exercise, and relax outside while you enjoy some…
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July is National Picnic Month, and there couldn’t be a better month for it! It’s important to soak up some vitamin D,…
July’s News in Aging
At Becky Dorner & Associates, we keep up with the latest news in aging so that you can, too! Learn more about the epidemic that’s developing surrounding senior hunger, the…
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At Becky Dorner & Associates, we keep up with the latest news in aging so that you can, too! Learn more about…
Food and Nutrition News for July
Becky Dorner & Associates is your source for the latest in food and nutrition. We’ve compiled articles on the hottest topics for July so that you can stay up-to-date on…
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Becky Dorner & Associates is your source for the latest in food and nutrition. We’ve compiled articles on the hottest topics for…
June’s Note from Becky
June is full of observances: Men’s Health Month, Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, and Dysphagia Awareness Month. Men make up roughly half of the world’s population, and let’s face it,…
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June is full of observances: Men’s Health Month, Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, and Dysphagia Awareness Month. Men make up roughly half…
Food Safety for Summer Celebrations
June 7, 2019 is World Food Safety Day! This initiative was developed by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the World Health Organization who together manage…
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June 7, 2019 is World Food Safety Day! This initiative was developed by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations…
Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month 2019
Did you know that June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month? According to SMART Brain Aging, dementia affects 47 million people worldwide. This month-long observance was initiated by the Alzheimer’s…
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Did you know that June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month? According to SMART Brain Aging, dementia affects 47 million people worldwide.…
Praise for Becky Dorner & Associates
This course would make a great CPE program to dietitians who are new to the sports nutrition field.
Sports Nutrition for the Nutrition Professional Course
Kelly Pritchett, PhD, RDN, CSSD
BDA courses are well written and make learning effective and applicable to clinical practice. Because they use a case study approach, the course tests are applicable to real life clinical practice.
Beyond BMI: Reframing Obesity
Emma Fogt, MBA, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND
This course would make an excellent CPE program as it complements the required reading book well with additional perspectives and resources for both the care provider and client.
Using Mindfulness to Deepen Your Intuitive Eating Practice
Janice Baker, MBA, RDN, CDCES, CNSC, BC-ADM
The course highlights the issue of obesity in older adults, bringing it to the forefront through a multifaceted curriculum. The readings, videos, and podcasts create a comprehensive learning experience that addresses critical aspects of the topic. It provides practical and evidence-based solutions,…
Aging and Obesity: Promoting Wellness and Bridging Gaps in Care
Doreen Rodo, MEd, RDN, LDN
This self-study course and required reading support the evidence of knowledge of the current USDA Food Code. The program provides a comprehensive review and understanding of applying the 2022 Food Code.
Food Code 2022 Course
Marcy Cook, RDN, LD
Ethics isn’t Optional: Understanding and Apply the Academy Code of Ethics is a course that provides current practical situations that a practitioner may find themselves in. The recommendations in managing the situation according to the Academy Code of Ethics is invaluable and…
Ethics Isn’t Optional: Understanding and Applying the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Code of Ethics-2nd Edition
Brenda Richardson, MA, RDN, LD, FAND
This self study course is well done as it requires a full and thorough reading of the Appendix PP, which gives detailed guidance for surveyors in just about every situation that may arise in a facility. RDNs would benefit from this course…
State Operations Manual Appendix PP- Guidance to Surveyors for Long Term Care Facilities Course
Lori Stevens, RD, LDN
In line with the need to make behavior changes to support the planet, this course offers an excellent tool for the RDN to see the role in which food plays with this goal. As demonstrated in the course, small changes with diet…
Plate to Planet: Impact of Food Choices on the Planet course
Stacey Phillips, MS, RD
This course can help the nutrition professional expand their competency in diabetes self-management education and support, since medications for people with diabetes is an essential education conversation.
A Dietitian’s Guide to Medications for Patients with Diabetes, 13th Edition Course
Amy Hess-Fischl, MS, RDN, LDN, BC-ADM, CDCES
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
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