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BDA welcomes guidance on malnutrition

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BDA welcomes guidance on malnutrition

The British Dietetic Association (BDA) has heralded the new guidance document: Commissioning Excellence Nutrition and Hydration (2015-2018), produced by NHS England, as “a game-changer”. “Far too often, malnutrition is seen as a third-world issue when, in fact, it is extremely common in the UK,” said Andy Burman, BDA chief executive.

The new guidance has been introduced to support commissioners to address these issues and develop strategies to improve the delivery and commissioning of excellent nutrition and hydration care in acute services and the community.

“In the UK today, malnutrition affects more than 3 million people. While one in three patients admitted to an acute care setting will be malnourished, or at risk, 35 per cent of people admitted to a care home setting will also be at risk. In addition, there is a significant problem within our communities with many people either suffering from or at real risk of malnutrition,” commented Mr Burman.

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