Call for Writer for Cajun/Creole Cultural Chapter in Text on Food & Cultural Sensitivity

We are excited to announce the compilation of a new text that will focus on food and cultural sensitivity. We are looking for a contributing author to write a short chapter, outlined below, in the cajun/creole cultural area.

To find out more information click here.

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Nutrition Survey

Vanderbilt University is determining the feasibility of offering advanced degree programs in Nutrition for Registered Dietitians. These programs could include a M.S. in Dietetics and Nutrition and an Advanced Practice Doctorate in Nutrition. These programs would be housed in the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing.

As part of this effort to meet the graduate needs of Registered Dietitians in this geographic region, your feedback on this survey is valuable. I would appreciate it if you would fill out this survey today. I anticipate that it will take 10-15 minutes to complete. There is no risk to you in completing this survey. All data will be treated confidentially.

Click here to read more about this survey.

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HOD MEMBER FACT SHEET: OUTCOMES OF THE FALL 2007 MEETING

The House of Delegates met in Philadelphia on September 28-29, 2007 to conduct its 78th meeting. The HOD discussed the following issues:

1) membership dues process;

2) health disparities.

In addition, HOD received the draft report and recommendations from the phase 2 future practice & education task force during a HOD town hall session. Reports on the current activities of the association, the financial status of the ADA budget and the initiatives of the ADA foundation were provided. Delegates also participated in a training session on communication skills for use in conveying information to members.

Click here to read more about the HOD Fall 2007 Meeting.

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Phase 2 Future Practice and Education Task Force Draft Report

The Draft Report of the Phase 2 Future Practice and Education Task Force Provides a Vision for the future practice and education for 2017 and beyond and includes 12 recommendations.

Click here to read more about Phase 2.
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Want to increase your salary? Here's how.

Simply obtain a copy of the recently published ADA Compensation & Benefits Survey of the Dietetics Profession for 2007. This book will give you all the inside information you will need for strategizing a plan to request more money from your employer. This book is 188 pages long and has very useful information to help you increase the bottom line…..your bank account! It gives a breakdown of scope of practice, geographical location, years in the field, credentials held, and much much more…..Learn how much you're worth!

Check out the cost savings by being an ADA member. Non ADA membership price is $250.00 dollars + shipping and handling. ADA membership is only $20.00 dollars + shipping and handling. That's a $230.00 dollar return on investment by being an ADA member. How's that for cost savings???

To find out more information and how you can get a copy of this extremely valuable tool, please visit here.

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Louisiana Medical News

Blueprint Louisiana is hoping to make an impact on public policy affecting healthcare during this next year. Given the large number of candidates (many who were elected) for House and Senate seats who signed onto the Blueprint Louisiana agenda, their healthcare policy agenda merits a closer look. According to political pundit John Maginnis, Blueprint Louisiana obtained 31 Senate signatories, including 23 who have been elected and eight pairs of runoff candidates. In the House of Representatives, Blueprint has obtained 64 signatories, including 19 pairs of runoff candidates.

Click here to read more about Blueprint Louisiana from Cindy Bishop.
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