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Cyclospora Outbreak 2026: What Every Food and Nutrition Professional Needs to Know

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August 4, 2026

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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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Hot Topics in Long Term Care from ADA FNCE 2010

Hot Topics in Nutrition Care for Older Adults from ADA FNCE 2010 The American Dietetic Association (ADA) held its annual Food and Nutrition Conference and Exhibition (FNCE) in Boston November…

Hot Topics in Long Term Care from ADA FNCE 2010

Hot Topics in Nutrition Care for Older Adults from ADA FNCE 2010 The American Dietetic Association (ADA) held its annual Food and…

The MDS 3.0 is Here! Are you Ready?

The long awaited MDS 3.0 is finally here and all nursing homes must be ready to implement on October 1, 2010. That means a whole new process and many changes…

The MDS 3.0 is Here! Are you Ready?

The long awaited MDS 3.0 is finally here and all nursing homes must be ready to implement on October 1, 2010. That…

National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel Releases White Paper on Nutrition

WASHINGTON, D.C. (PRWEB) MAY 30, 2009 One to three million people develop pressure ulcers (commonly known as bed sores) in the U.S. each year. Pressure ulcers reduce overall quality of life…

National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel Releases White Paper on Nutrition

WASHINGTON, D.C. (PRWEB) MAY 30, 2009 One to three million people develop pressure ulcers (commonly known as bed sores) in the U.S. each…

Becky Dorner, RD, LD honored with the 2007 Excellence in Practice Award for Consultation & Business Practice!

Akron, OH, August 6th, 2007—Becky Dorner, RD, LD has been awarded the 2007 Excellence in Practice Award for Consultation & Business Practice by the American Dietetic Association (ADA). Becky Dorner,…

Becky Dorner, RD, LD honored with the 2007 Excellence in Practice Award for Consultation & Business Practice!

Akron, OH, August 6th, 2007—Becky Dorner, RD, LD has been awarded the 2007 Excellence in Practice Award for Consultation & Business Practice…

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This self-study course and the required reading provide thorough and up to date information regarding nutrition recommendations for kidney disease. The course is well-worded and relevant to the topic at hand requiring both recall of information as well as application of knowledge.

Nutrition Care for Patients with Kidney Disease
Tara Couturier, MA, RDN

Muscle health is increasingly recognized as a key factor in preventing chronic diseases and this course focuses on this topic while equipping dietitians to take a more preventive, whole-body approach to nutrition care.

Muscle Matters: Your First Defense Against Disease
Doreen Rodo, MEd, RDN, LD

We often hear mixed messages about plant-based diets. “They are super healthy.” “They aren’t healthy at all.” This self study course provides the opportunity to examine the available research on low-fat plant-based vegan diets and see the evidence firsthand. Clinicians will be…

Low-Fat Vegan Diet and Metabolic Health in Overweight Adults
Lori Stevens, RD, LDN

This continuing education program reviews important concepts surrounding culture, foodways, and counseling. It is an informative course for nutrition professionals that is broadly applicable in many practice settings. The case study format of this course provides real-life application, while the exam questions…

Exploring Cultural Food Practices to Improve Nutrition Care
Aimee Shea, MPH, RDN, CCMS, LD

This CPE program provides a great opportunity for health professionals to understand ways to move toward Medicine 3.0 which is founded in prevention.

Understanding Longevity: The Art and Science of Extending Life
SeAnne Waite, PhD, RDN, LD

This course is very detailed and comprehensive in an area that is often understaffed and in need of this specific skill set for RDNs and NDTRs.

Minimum Data Set 3.0 Resident Assessment Instrument Manual v1.17 (Rev. 10-1-19) Self-Study Short Course
Janice Baker RDN, CDCES, CNSC, BCADM

This program provides a well-rounded educational experience to encourage and promote a comprehensive understanding with MDS, specifically with section K.

Minimum Data Set (MDS) 3.0 RAI Manual v1.17 Course
Erin Allen, MS, RDN, LD

Any nutrition professional could use this manual as an education tool regardless of whether or not the professional is just out of an internship setting or has been in practice for some time. Why? Because this manual and course provide a thorough…

Diet and Nutrition Care Manual 2024 Simplified Edition Course
B. Burgin Ross, MS, RDN, LDN

This topic is fairly controversial and updates are needed for clinical competence and excellence. This self study course allows the RDN and the NDTR to delve into evidence-based recommendations to shape their practice.

Guidance for Evaluation and Management of GERD- Short Course
Hannah Lowe, DNP, FNP-C, RDN, CDCES

The required reading is an excellent choice for a CPE program for RDNs and NDTRs because the population of focus often faces increased risk for complications, including infections, and it is critical for RDNs and NDTRs to be aligned with other health…

Considerations for Diabetes Management for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Course
Kathleen Pellechia, MS, RDN, PMP