Clinical nutrition in primary care: ESPEN position paper with EFAD contributions

Primary care healthcare professionals (PCHPs) are pivotal in managing chronic diseases and present a unique opportunity for nutrition-related disease prevention. However, the active involvement of PCHPs in nutritional care is limited, influenced by factors like insufficient education, lack of resources, and time constraints.

In this position paper, ESPEN promotes the active engagement of PCHPs in nutritional care, emphasizing the importance of early detection of malnutrition by screening and diagnosis, particularly in all individuals presenting with risk factors such as older age, chronic disease, post-acute disease conditions and after hospitalization for any cause.

EFAD, representing Primary Care Dietitians, has contributed to this paper with insights from EFAD's President, Annemieke van Ginkel-Res, and ESDN Primary Care Lead, Isabel Monteiro.

 Access the Position Paper.

See you at the ICND 2024 in Canada

As the International Congress of Nutrition and Dietetics (ICND2024) is approaching, EFAD is thrilled to announce our upcoming sessions. This global congress, held every four years, is the global event for dietitian-nutritionists, and this year it's taking place from June 12 to 14 in Toronto, Canada.
 
 EFAD Budapest Resolution Join us as we present the EFAD Budapest Resolution: "The Dietitian’s Role in Supporting the Human Right to Safe and Appropriate Nutritional Care for Every European Citizen." Our goal is to foster a global commitment within the dietetic profession to enhance nutritional care for everyone.

 Panel Discussion: Sharing Continuous Professional Development; a European Experience Don't miss our panel discussion showcasing EFAD’s initiatives in continuous professional development. Learn about the exciting activities within the EFAD community and share your experiences.

📅 Join Us at ICND2024! If you're attending the congress, we invite you to participate in our sessions and contribute to the discussions. Let us know at Esta dirección de correo electrónico está siendo protegida contra los robots de spam. Necesita tener JavaScript habilitado para poder verlo. – we’d love to meet you and collaborate!

See you in Toronto for an inspiring and impactful ICND2024!

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Survey for dietitians about ESPEN guidelines

The EFAD-ESPEN Working Group was established by EFAD in 2019 to increase dietetic collaboration with the ESPEN community.

The working group has developed a questionnaire to gather insight into which source of information European Dietitians and Dietetic Students use within their dietetic practice, how dietitians use the European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism (ESPEN) guidelines, and if the ESPEN guidelines should have an addendum for dietitians that focuses on the practical implementation of the ESPEN guidelines.

Your Participation Matters: Deadline June 20, 2024

Kompass Nutrition and Dietetics - Submit your content by August 30th

The preparation of the Kompass Nutrition and Dietetics issue for autumn 2024 has started.

Don't miss the chance to share information in the sections Kaleidoscope and Calendar of Events.

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HealthyW8 - Annual Meeting in Palma de Mallorca

The HealthyW8 project consortium gathered in Palma de Mallorca for the 1st Annual Meeting on June 3rd and 4th!

Partners from across Europe came together at the Hospital Universitario Son Espases (HUSE) to share the first year's insights and drive forward the mission for a healthier future and effective obesity prevention.

EFAD was represented by the Project’s Officers Marianna Kalliostra and Ezgi Kolay and EFAD’s Lead on Project Management Katarzyna Janiszewska.

Food Insecurity in Older Age
 
Aging populations may be associated with increased nutritional risk, malnutrition, and food insecurity. This study aims to examine the relationship between food insecurity and nutritional risk, taking into account selected characteristics of the study group, and factors describing nutritional risk.

 Read the full knowledge transfer article by Cecília Medeiros de Morais

The new Kompass Nutrition and Dietetics is out!
 
Explore the Latest Issue of Kompass Nutrition and Dietetics with a special spotlight on Nutrition in Vulnerable Populations.


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ENDietS Fall School: "Gather to Nourish" - Secure your spots

ENDietS Fall School: Gather to Nourish will take place in Antalya from October 25th to 27th, 2024.

The program offers interactive sessions, inspiring lectures, and a variety of workshops to help you develop your skills. Engage with experts and professionals and create lifelong friendships! Check the reasons why you should attend!

Registration is open to all levels of degree students in Nutrition and/ or Dietetics, recent graduates, and young nutritionists & dietitians. The registration fee includes the program, two nights' accommodation, and meals. The standard fee is 250 euros! 
 
🗓️ When: 25-27 October 2024

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Register for the Parma Summer School 2024

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) – in collaboration with the University of Parma, the School of Advanced Studies on Food and Nutrition, and the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore Piacenza – is organising the 2024 Parma Summer School.

This event will provide early-career professionals with a chance to learn from specialists in the field about artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential applications in the food safety system.

 Find more and register here.

Navigating ultra-processed foods: getting clarity on complexity

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have become a contentious topic in nutritional science and public health, igniting debates due to varying definitions, advice, and information. EIT explores the impacts of UPFs, consumer perceptions, regulatory advice, and solutions fostering clarity and education.

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ESPEN Clinical Nutrition Journal - June 2024

Stay tuned for all the latest news and relevant studies on Clinical Nutrition.

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11th ESPEN Symposium

Save the date for the 11th ESPEN Symposium on "Home nutritional care: from general practice to parenteral nutrition".

📌 When: 1 - 2 December, 2024
📍 Where: Sintra, Portugal




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46th ESPEN Congress

The 46th ESPEN Congress on Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism will be held in Milan, Italy this September. Register until July 24th and save on your attendance fees.

📌 When: 7 - 10 September 2024
📍 Where: Milan, Italy

 Find out more.

EASO Masterclass

This Masterclass focuses on training European healthcare professionals, including colleagues working in primary care, in the prevention and management of obesity.

📌 When: 16 - 18 September 2024
📍 Where: Budapest, Hungary

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EFPC 2024 Conference

The EFPC association announces its 2024 annual conference with a focus on Sustainability in Primary Care. 

📌 When: 15 - 17 September 2024
📍 Where: Ljubljana, Slovenia

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WHO Europe Summer School

WHO/Europe’s Special Initiative on NCDs and Innovation (SNI), Université Côte d’Azur, and Ulysses European University organize an in-person 4-day summer-school course to explore systems thinking and innovation for the prevention of non-communicable diseases and a healthy aging population in the WHO European Region.
📌 When: 16 - 19 June, 2024
📍 Where: Nice, France

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NNEdPro-Cambridge Summer School & Foundation Certificate in Applied Human Nutrition 

The NNEdPro-Cambridge Summer School offers a comprehensive Foundation Certificate in Applied Human Nutrition, covering a broad spectrum of basic nutritional concepts and their applications in healthcare, policy, and prevention.

As EFAD members, you are eligible for a 10% discount on registration, by using the code NNEDPROP24. 
📌 When: April/ September, 2024
📍 Where: Cambridge/ Online

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17th European Public Health Conference 2024

The European Public Health Conference Foundation and the European Public Health Association are organizing the 17th EPH Conference: "Sailing the Waves of European Public Health: exploring a Sea of Innovation."

📌 When: 13 - 15 November 2024
📍 Where: Lisbon, Portugal

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