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eatrightWV.org In the News January 20, 2010 The Secret is Out - "You may be our State's best kept secret!" That’s what Harry Bergstrom, Deputy Chief of Staff under Governor Manchin said as he referred to the registered, licensed dietitian. "We do not want to be a secret," we replied as we began our visit. On Jan. 15, 2010 Helen Lodge, Public Policy Coordinator, Sharon Maynard, WVDA State Public Policy Representative, Pam Hamilton, WVDA Public Relations Chair, and WVDA President Amy Gannon had the opportunity to meet with Deputy Chief of Staff, Harry Bergstrom and Governor Joe Manchin III. During the meeting, we discussed the role of the RD, explained MNT, reviewed the cost benefit of our services and listed the various areas in which RDs practice. We emphasized the importance of having the benefit of nutrition services for all West Virginians as health care is reformed. We cited specific examples of the services we provide and pointed out that a registered, licensed dietitian is the most qualified individual to provide MNT. The public can be assured that our practice is based on sound scientific evidence. We even had the opportunity to enlighten him on the rigorous educational requirements to becoming a dietitian. We were given a full hour and we had hoped for 10 -15 minutes! Mr. Bergstrom was sincerely impressed by our profession and he remarked that he knew little about RDs before our visit. The Governor, with whom we've met on previous occasions, spoke with us for a few minutes following our session with Mr. Bergstrom. WHAT'S the NEXT STEP? December 28, 2009 Press Release - Nutrient-Rich New Year's Resolutions December 5, 2009 Online Petition Available - Restaurant Labeling Petition November 30, 2009 Press Release - "Girth-Control": Tips for Nutrient-Rich Holiday Eating November 19, 2009 Nutrition Article - Nutritional Implication of Smoking November 13, 2009 Press Release - Fighting Illness with Food November 12, 2009 - Dietitian Honored CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Helen Lodge of Charleston was recently one of eight registered dietitians recognized by the American Dietetic Association for outstanding service. The Medallion Awards honor those for their leadership and devotion to serving others in dietetics and allied health fields. The awards were made at the association's Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo last month in Denver. Lodge is retired after nearly 30 years with Charleston Area Medical Center. October 27, 2009 Press Release - Healthy Lunches October 27, 2009 Press Release - Hearty, Healthy Tailgating October 27, 2009 Press Release - Healthy Halloween Ideas July 22, 2009 Mark your calendars today for WVDA 2010. The place and dates are set for WVDA 2010. The annual meeting will be held at the Charleston- Marriott on April 28-29, 2010. More later... June 2, 2009 Newly posted (For members only. If you have not yet received a username/password, please send a request to webmaster@eatrightwv.org): 2009 Essay Contest The West Virginia Dietetics Association announces the winners to the 2009 Essay Content. Click here for a complete list of winners and to read their essay entries. Marshall University and West Virginia University Dietetic Intern Classes |
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