British Dietetic Association (BDA)’s Post

We're looking for a National Policy and Campaigns Officer based for Scotland. You'll be working as part of the Trade Union and Public Affairs Directorate to research and develop policy projects to support the delivery of the BDA strategic plan. Find out more about the role and apply here ⬇ https://lnkd.in/ejrUksZH

📅 Exploring the four pillars of practice of dietetics in Scotland 💻👥 18 September, virtual or Glasgow 📣 Join us on for a dedicated day for our members in Scotland, in which we will explore the four pillars of practice of dietetics, with fantastic speakers across a range of areas. Topics include mental health, advancing practice for the workforce, prehabilitation, weight stigma, the digital first approach, empowerment and leadership. Book your place ➡ https://lnkd.in/eKvASkKT

💡⛽ Fuelling the future of dietetics This year's Elsie Widdowson Memorial Lecture, being delivered by Aisling Pigott, will explore the importance of fuelling our profession with the nourishment it needs to grow and prosper, whilst protecting the physical and mental wellbeing of our workforce. 🎫 Book your free place and join us on 17 October in-person (Cardiff) or virtually ➡ https://lnkd.in/dZn4kbE

📢 Calling all Scottish members! Join us on 18 September for a study day in which we will explore the four pillars of practice of dietetics. Early bird prices have now been extended until 2 September! Book your place https://lnkd.in/eJC7NYHr

The BDA is supporting NHSE to promote dietetics as a career to those in the Armed Forces. This virtual event will include presentations from NHS England, the BDA, former Armed Forces students and current NHS Dietitians delivering live treatment content, with the opportunity to liaise and ask questions with university admissions teams around routes into the profession. 📅 Join us for this Dietetics Insights Day on 25 September (10am-1pm) ➡ https://lnkd.in/eWakcK76 If you know someone working in the Armed Forces, please share this with them!

Nearly 7,500 deaths per day in the European region are attributed to commercial determinants, such as tobacco, alcohol, processed food, fossil fuels and occupational practices - making up 25% of all deaths. This latest report from WHO highlights their substantial impact on non-communicable diseases. https://lnkd.in/euDqaDgz

Good luck to everyone getting their GCSE results today 🙌 If you're looking for a rewarding career helping people and giving advice on food, health and nutrition, you could become a dietitian. Find out more ➡ https://lnkd.in/eprzEdE4 #GCSEs2024 #GCSEResults #ResultsDay #WhatDietitiansDo

💡 As everything on social media seems to be 'very demure, very mindful' this week, why not check out our mindful eating fact sheet? Being fully present in the moment when you’re eating, without distractions, may improve your eating experience, and promote positive, healthy eating habits and behaviours. Check out our fact sheet which contains tips on eating more mindfully ➡ https://lnkd.in/e9QqPPzQ #MindfulEating #Mindfulness

Recognition of atypical anorexia nervosa has challenged underweight as a defining factor of illness severity in anorexia nervosa. This study published in the Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics compared rates of medical instability in adolescents with underweight (AN) and non-underweight (AAN) anorexia nervosa. https://lnkd.in/ei9HsxrZ

The BDA is seeking a national policy and campaigns officer with responsibility for Scotland. The post holder will work within the Trade Union and Public Affairs Directorate of the BDA to research and develop policy projects to support the delivery of the BDA strategic plan. Find out more and apply ⬇ https://lnkd.in/ejrUksZH