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Australian Podiatry Association (APodA) Podcasts
The Australian Podiatry Association is the largest and oldest peak body representing podiatry and promoting foot health in Australia. As the leading provider of quality continuing education for podiatrists, we support our members with opportunities to develop their professional career, uphold standards and build connections.We are committed to the advancement of podiatry to improve foot health in the community. The positive impact of podiatric care changes the lives of one in five Australians who suffer from foot pain.
Australian Podiatry Association (APodA) Podcasts
The Importance of Nutrition in the Older Patient
October 25, 2021
Up to 50% of residents in aged care homes are malnourished or at risk of malnutrition. These figures are somewhat less in the community, but older people living in their own home, in a retirement community or serviced apartment remain at risk of an inadequate intake.
This may seem a slightly left-of-centre topic to be discussing on a podcast developed for podiatrists, after all nutrition in older patients isn’t necessarily about feet. It is however - linked to the overall health and well-being of the patient’s podiatrists see and that, as we know is important to everyone …
Join the APodA as we discuss this important topic with Advanced Accredited Practising Dietician, Julie Dundon and Accredited Practising Dietitian, Letizia Sasanelli.