Call for Leaders and Members of EFAD European Specialist Dietetic Networks

Join EFAD's ESDN Diabetes and elevate your dietetics career in diabetes care. Dive into advanced educational programs, engage in collaborative webinars, and connect with a dedicated community of dietitians committed to excellence. By securing your seat, you not only advance your professional development but also contribute to shaping the future of diabetes management. Embrace this opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those living with diabetes.

Interested in other Specialized Areas? Last week EFAD invited nominations for specialist dietitians interested in contributing to the work of the following European Specialist Dietetic Networks committees from 2024 to 2028. 

 Food Service
 Gastroenterology
 Oncology
 Older Adults
 Obesity
 Primary Care
 Public Health

⏳Deadline for nominations: April 28, 2024.

 You can find out more.

Call for Members for EFAD's Standing Committees

Another way to join EFAD's dynamic community is by becoming a member of one of our three Standing Committees for the 2024-2028 term!

🔍 Whether your passion lies in shaping education and lifelong learning, driving professional practice forward, or advancing research and evidence-based practices, there's a committee for you:

 Education & Life Long Learning Committee Membership
 Professional Practice Committee
 Research & Evidence-Based Practice Committee

⏳Deadline for nominations: May 10, 2024

World Health Day - "My Health, My Right"

Every year on April 7, we celebrate the World Health Day. The World Health Day 2024 theme from the World Health Organization is "My health, my right".

This year’s theme was chosen to champion the right of everyone, everywhere to have access to quality health services, education, and information, as well as safe drinking water, clean air, good nutrition, quality housing, decent working and environmental conditions, and freedom from discrimination.

In alignment with this theme, EFAD reaffirms its commitment to advocating for the Human Right to Safe and Appropriate Nutritional Care for Every European Citizen. As an organization representing dietitians from 27 European Member States, EFAD stands united in its belief that everyone deserves access to safe and appropriate nutritional care.

 The EFAD Budapest Resolution, issued in October 2022, further solidifies this stance, emphasizing the essential role of dietitians in supporting all European citizens in practising this right.

Abstracts from the 14th EFAD Congress published in the Annals of Nutrition & Metabolism

The abstract journal from the 14th EFAD Congress is out now! Held under the theme "Dietetic care, a human right: moving forward into a new era" in Budapest last October, this event delved into the future of dietetic care and its fundamental importance as a human right.

Dive into cutting-edge research, innovative practices, and discussions featured in the Annals of Nutrition and Metabolism Journal.

 Explore the Abstracts.

ENHA calls for Health Equity in the EU

The European Nutrition for Health Alliance (ENHA) launched its Manifesto for Health Equity in the European Union (EU). This manifesto addresses the critical issue of health disparities and malnutrition across EU Member States and outlines key recommendations to prioritize patient-centered care, integrate nutritional support within healthcare systems, and combat malnutrition effectively.

EFAD proudly supports and endorses the Manifesto which calls upon the upcoming EU mandate (2024-2029) to develop a comprehensive strategy on nutritional care that builds upon the EFAD Budapest Resolution & Vienna Declaration, on nutritional care as a human right.

  Find out more.

April - Oesophageal Cancer Awareness Month

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) observes Oesophageal Cancer Awareness Month in April.

Amidst this awareness month, EFAD's ESDN Oncology highlights the important role dietitians play in supporting individuals navigating life with and after oesophageal cancer. From managing shifting food consistencies to guiding the reintroduction of foods post-surgery, and providing essential nutritional support throughout treatment, dietitians stand as pillars of strength and guidance.

  Find out more.

INPRO website interprofessional education and practice

The INPRO consortium invites you to read the results on the project website. EFAD is a proud associate partner of the INPRO Project.

You can find information about 4 topics in the menu: Interprofessional Education, Interprofessional Practice, Interprofessional Competencies or ICF Person-centred practices.

  Find out more on the project website.

ENDietS Webinar: How to Build an Online Platform as a Dietitian

Register free for the ENDietS Empowering Dietetic Students webinar "How to Build an Online Platform as a Dietitian" by Maeve Hanan, RD & Founder of Dietetically Speaking.
 
🗓️ When: April 20, 2024, 6 pm CEST

 Register for the webinar.

Survey - Co-Designing a Sustainable Food Systems Education Framework

The EAT-Lancet Commission called for a "Great Food Transformation" to ensure current and future generations can eat a healthy diet within the boundaries of our Earth’s natural systems. A framework to guide educators so that they can better equip our future nutrition and dietetics workforce to contribute to food system transformation is being co-designed. To ensure this framework is (i) internationally relevant, (ii) anchored in practice and (iii) fit for purpose, we are requesting your valuable input on an online survey.

Who can complete the survey? Nutritionists and dietitians who are new graduates, educators, placement partners and practitioners from all areas of practice.

 Take the survey.

Call for experts to develop WHO food-based dietary guidelines

The World Health Organization (WHO) is currently seeking experts to develop guidelines on optimal intake of animal-source foods and plant food alternatives.

⏳ Deadline for submission: 28 April 2024

  Find out more.

EFSA Traineeships Call 2024

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), based in Parma, Italy is opening positions for a 12 month-traineeship.

For this occasion, EFSA organises the webinar EFSA’s 2024 traineeship call, on 16 April 2024, at 11:30 CEST.

  Find out more and apply.

ESPEN Clinical Nutrition Journal - April 2024

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

 You can find out more.

The 66th German Congress - Interdisciplinary Nutrition Therapy 2024, organized by VDD

60+ invited speakers will present and discuss the most up-to-date evidence on science and its relevance to evidence-based practice. The annual conference is devoted to the topic: "Dietetics and Networking live in Wolfsburg again!"

📌 When: 11 - 13 April, 2024
📍 Where: CongressPark Wolfsburg, Germany
*The official language of the congress is German.*

 Find out more & register.

46th ESPEN Congress

The 46th ESPEN Congress on Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism will be held in Milan, Italy this September. Early registration is now open.

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

 Find out more.

EFPC 2024 Conference

The EFPC association announces its 2024 annual conference with a focus on Sustainability in Primary Care. The Call for Abstracts is open until May 1st.

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

 Find out more.

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

 Find out more.

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

 Find out more.

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Call for Leaders and Members of EFAD European Specialist Dietetic Networks

EFAD invites nominations for specialist dietitians interested in contributing to the work of the following European Specialist Dietetic Networks committees from 2024 to 2028:

 Food Service
 Gastroenterology
 Oncology
 Older Adults
 Obesity
 Primary Care
 Public Health

⏳Deadline for nominations: April 28, 2024.

 You can find out more.

Coming tonight: ESDN Older Adults webinar on "Nutrition & Dementia"

Don't miss the webinar on "Optimizing mealtime insulin dosing: carbohydrate counting and beyond", organized by ESDN Diabetes, on April the 9th at 6 pm CET.

 Register for the webinar.

World Water Day - EuHHAC Hydration Toolkit

World Water Day was celebrated on March 22nd, and the UN's message for 2024 wass 'Water for Peace'. As health and well-being advocates, dietitians understand water's critical role in maintaining a healthy body and preventing diseases.

Water is not just a beverage; it's a vital component for our bodies' normal functioning. That's why Increasing Healthy Hydration awareness has become a key element of our work.

In collaboration with experts, EFAD has launched the European Healthy Hydration Awareness Campaign (EuHHAC) to educate dietitians and health professionals about the importance of healthy hydration.

A recent initiative from EuHHAC is the Healthy Hydration Toolkit. Download it from the EFAD website and learn how to integrate healthy hydration discussions into your consultations in six easy steps, from assessment to follow-up ideas.

📣 #Survey Calling all dietitians and nutritionists teaching in Higher Education Institutes across the UK and Europe! Ulster University researchers, in partnership with EuHHAC, have developed a survey to assess the inclusion of "healthy hydration" content in the curriculum.

 Take the survey.

Diabetes and Ramadan - Infographic by ESDN Diabetes

Did you miss this important piece of information?

Dive into the infographic, tailored to empower dietitians and healthcare professionals navigating the intersection of diabetes management and Ramadan observance.

 Find out more and download the infographic.

SO-NUTS Final Symposium

The SO-NUTS project, in which EFAD is a partner organised the final event and symposium titled: "Strong together against sarcopenia and obesity: the synergy of nutrition and exercise."

Dr Amalia Tsagari, ESDN Older Adults Lead participated on behalf of EFAD.

SO-NUTS aimed to provide essential insights required to develop innovative strategies for preventing obesity, sarcopenia and sarcopenic obesity taking into account sociodemographic and health-related characteristics.

 Find out more about SO-NUTS and the project's results. 

Education Fair by ENDietS - 5 April 2024

The ENDietS Education Fair offers a wide range of resources, networking opportunities, and information about academic programs. It is a two-half-day online event for nutrition and dietetic students around Europe. 
 
🗓️ When: April 5, 2024

 Register for the Education Fair.

Low/no calorie sweeteners and their beneficial role in oral health - ISA Factsheet

Low/no calorie sweeteners are sweet-tasting food ingredients with no, or virtually no calories
that, contrary to sugars, cannot be fermented by oral bacteria and, therefore, do not
contribute to dental caries.
Consumption of foods/drinks containing low/ no calorie sweeteners instead of sugar may help maintain tooth mineralisation by decreasing mineral (calcium and phosphate) loss from
the enamel.

  Find out more.

Specialised Nutrition Europe releases new term manifesto ahead of upcoming EU parliamentary elections

Specialised Nutrition Europe (SNE) has released its manifesto for the 2024 – 2029 term of the EU Parliament, set to be elected this June. The group highlights the need for policymakers to ensure common standards to guarantee the nutrition of vulnerable groups, enable informed choices, address obesity, malnutrition and food allergies and safeguard the EU market.

  Find out more.

ESPEN Clinical Nutrition Journal - March 2024

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

 You can find out more.

The 66th German Congress - Interdisciplinary Nutrition Therapy 2024, organized by VDD

60+ invited speakers will present and discuss the most up-to-date evidence on science and its relevance to evidence-based practice. The annual conference is devoted to the topic: "Dietetics and Networking live in Wolfsburg again!"

📌 When: 11 - 13 April, 2024
📍 Where: CongressPark Wolfsburg, Germany
*The official language of the congress is German.*

 Find out more & register.

46th ESPEN Congress

The 46th ESPEN Congress on Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism will be held in Milan, Italy this September. Early registration is now open.

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

 Find out more.

EFPC 2024 Conference

The EFPC association announces its 2024 annual conference with a focus on Sustainability in Primary Care. The Call for Abstracts is open until May 1st.

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

 Find out more.

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

 Find out more.

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

 Find out more.

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Diabetes and Ramadan - Infographic by ESDN Diabetes

As the holy month of Ramadan unfolds from March 11th to April 9th, EFAD's ESDN Diabetes is pleased to present its latest infographic, meticulously crafted to not only mark the significant dates but also resonate deeply with the spirit of reflection and community that defines Ramadan.

Dive into the infographic, tailored to empower dietitians and healthcare professionals navigating the intersection of diabetes management and Ramadan observance.

 Find out more and download the infographic.

REBPC Marks 10th Year Anniversary and 100th Meeting Milestone

In a remarkable testament to its enduring commitment to research and evidence-based practice, the Research and Evidence-Based Practice Committee (REBPC) recently celebrated a dual milestone: its 10th year anniversary and the convening of its 100th meeting since February 2014.

Reflecting on this momentous occasion, Sophie Joosens, one of the founding members and a current member of the REBPC, shares her heartfelt reflections: "As I reflect on my decade-long involvement with the R&EBP committee, I take this opportunity to express my gratitude to all the people that I have met and worked with during this membership.

Above all, the privilege of collaborating with inspiring individuals has been and still is the most rewarding for me.

Teams evolve but the REBP spirit endures: let’s keep going!"

 You can find out more.

Coming tonight: ESDN Older Adults webinar on "Nutrition & Dementia"

Don't miss the webinar on "Nutrition and Dementia", organized by ESDN Older Adults, tonight at 6 pm CET.

 Register for the webinar.

ICDA webinar: Developing NDA SFS Positions/Guidance - March 26

Engage in a valuable peer-to-peer learning opportunity with the International Confederation of Dietetic Associations (ICDA) #SustainableFoodSystems Toolkit. Open to all ICDA NDA members, this session invites participants to delve into recordings and presentations prepared by ICDA SFS Toolkit Advisors, sharing their insights into the development of Sustainable Food Systems (SFS) positions and guides.

Before attending, participants are encouraged to familiarize themselves with these resources, which include the EFAD's Position Paper on Sustainable Dietary Patterns. Notably, Manuel Moñino, SFS Advisor and EFAD EC Member, provides a comprehensive recording on this topic.

📌There will be 2 sessions to choose from on March 26:
 14:00 - 15:30 CET  - access the resources & register here.
 20:00 - 21:30 CET – access the resources & register here.

📊Join the FEED Europe Study

Are you a passionate dietitian looking to make a real impact in your field?

EFAD, in collaboration with the Global Research on Wellbeing (GRoW) research group, invites you to participate in an exciting research project: “European Dietitians’ Household Food Insecurity Knowledge and Practice.” 
  
This study aims to delve deep into the practices, understanding, and confidence levels of European dietitians regarding Household Food Insecurity (HFI).
  
🔍 What's Involved: 
 Complete an online anonymized survey.
 Share your professional background, knowledge, and perceived needs regarding educational materials on Food Insecurity.
 Help us understand the challenges and opportunities in addressing HFI among European dietitians.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or a last-year undergraduate student in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, your input matters! 
Let's FEED Europe together! 🌍

 Find out more and take the survey.

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A Pan-European Survey for Nutrition and Dietetics Students

ENDietS has just launched the Pan-European Survey of Nutrition and Dietetics Education: Insights into Curriculum, Support, and Satisfaction. This survey aims to uncover the current state of nutrition and dietetics education across Europe, evaluate existing curricula, and explore students’ aspirations for the future and support needs. 

Please forward the survey to your networks of Nutrition and Dietetic students.
 
🗓️ Survey Open until: March 1st, 2024

🌐 Languages currently available: English, Croatian, Czech, Greek, Portuguese, Turkish

 Access the survey.

Become a part of the European PRImary care Multi-prOfessional Researcher network (PRIMORE)

The Coordinator of the European Forum for Primary Care (EFPC), invited Primary Care Dietitians to collaborate on the European Primary Care Forum's PRIMORE project.

The collaboration aims to map research projects on interprofessional collaboration in Primary Care. This mapping should result in an overview of existing research carried out by dietitians who are part of multi-professional research projects, at the Primary Care level.

Incentives for young members involved in mapping are:
financial support by the PRIMORE project for participation in the PRIMORE masterclass on Sustainability and Primary Care in Maribor
registration for the EFPC main conference in Ljubljana
access to the Community EFPC online platform where the Interprofessional Primary Health Care research group is active

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GLIM for the diagnosis of malnutrition - a framework for consistent dietetic practice

This recently published opinion paper aims to describe the rationale for implementing the GLIM framework in clinical dietetic practice

 You can find out more.

ESPEN Clinical Nutrition Journal - March 2024

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

 You can find out more.

Ultra-Processed Foods Webinar

Join tomorrow the HDHL webinar on Ultra-processed foods and policy recommendations, part of the Bioeconomy Changemakers Festival.

📌 When: 15 March, 2024
📍 Where: Online

 You can find out more & register.

Stakeholder webinar on the Novel Food Guidance

EFSA is organising a webinar explaining the main elements of novelty in the updated guidance document, regarding the scientific requirements for an application for authorization of a novel food in the context of the Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 on Novel Foods.

📌 When: 21 March, 2024
📍 Where: Online

 You can find out more & register.

EuroHealthNet webinar: Does manipulation of food culture impact food system policy?

This webinar aims to deconstruct the usage of food cultures as external and fixed and to highlight, instead, the dynamic nature of food cultures in several regards.

📌 When: 26 March, 2024
📍 Where: Online

 You can find out more & register.

Challenges to achieving nutritional adequacy through a healthy, sustainable diet

This webinar explores potential challenges in meeting nutrient requirements, especially in vulnerable groups, in the shift towards a plant-forward diet that is healthier for humans and the planet.

📌 When: 28 March, 2024
📍 Where: Online

 You can find out more & register.

SO-NUTS symposium

The SO-NUTS project, in which EFAD is a partner is organizing a symposium titled: "Strong together against sarcopenia and obesity: the synergy of nutrition and exercise."


📌 When: 22 March, 2024
📍 Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands

 You can find out more & register.

46th ESPEN Congress

The 46th ESPEN Congress on Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism will be held in Milan, Italy this September. Early registration is now open.

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

 Find out more.

EFPC 2024 Conference

The EFPC association announces its 2024 annual conference with a focus on Sustainability in Primary Care. The Call for Abstracts is open until May 1st.

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

 Find out more.

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

 Find out more.

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

 Find out more.

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