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Practical resources to support healthcare professionals to identify and manage those at risk of disease-related malnutrition
www.malnutritionpathway.co.uk
Remember those groups who are particularly at risk of malnutrition - especially those with chronic conditions, frailty, neuro-disability or undergoing rehab. Use every interaction to screen, support & signpost. www.malnutritionpathway.co.uk
#MAW2025 - Every Contact Counts
November 21, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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Friday is about Every Contact Counts! Whether you’re a nurse, GP, pharmacist, dietitian, social worker, or care home staff member, your role is vital. From mealtimes to medication reviews, outpatient clinics to home visits – every contact counts. #MAW2025
November 21, 2025 at 8:35 AM
Today’s #MAW2025 theme is Every Contact Counts
Each patient interaction is a chance to identify those at risk of malnutrition. Use our evidence-based pathways for practical guidance: bit.ly/3XJ6vKM Failing to act can lead to poorer outcomes, longer recovery & increased healthcare costs.
November 21, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Dysphagia affects hydration & nutrition. In addition to our professional fact sheet we also have free downloadable patient info sheet on swallowing difficulties: bit.ly/4idulrN plus practical tips on managing other symptoms that affect eating & drinking on our website: bit.ly/49ugjzv #MAW2025
November 20, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Today marks the beginning of Malnutrition Awareness Week #UKMAW2025 - the focus is on screening which can begin with a simple conversation. Ask about appetite, weight loss, and eating habits. Use our conversation guide to help: bit.ly/4qSHLNL
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November 17, 2025 at 7:58 AM
We're looking forward to supporting #UKMAW2025 next week. Over 3 million people in the UK are at risk of malnutrition, many living in the community. Let’s raise awareness, share resources, and take action.
#EveryContactCounts #MalnutritionAwarenessWeek
November 13, 2025 at 4:41 PM
November is Malnutrition Awareness Week (17–23 Nov) and our Resource of the Month is the Malnutrition Pathway website - bit.ly/47zrLHw Packed with practical, evidence-based tools to support early identification and management of malnutrition across care settings. #MAW2025 #TacklingMalnutrition
November 3, 2025 at 11:15 AM
1st Oct was Int Day of Older Persons & in recognition our Resource of the Month is our frailty information leaflet,
designed to help older people & their carers understand how frailty develops & what they can do to preserve muscle strength. Frailty isn’t an inevitable part of ageing bit.ly/3Ifl9Wi
October 2, 2025 at 8:35 AM
Back from summer & ready to reset?
September is the perfect time to refocus on nutritional wellbeing across primary care. Malnutrition affects patients in every setting & every member of the PCN team can help identify those at risk and take action. Check out our practical resources - bit.ly/4nallW2
September 15, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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To identify and manage malnutrition in adults with severe #ME, use the Malnutrition Pathway. @mnpathway.bsky.social @bapen.bsky.social
#SevereMEDay
#EndMalnutritionInME #dietitians
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Managing Adult Malnutrition in the Community | Malnutrition Pathway
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August 8, 2025 at 6:43 PM
It’s #NationalWellnessMonth - a time to focus on strength, recovery & self-care. Our Resource of the Month is our Prehabilitation Leaflet: supporting patients preparing for surgery or cancer treatment with clear, practical nutritional guidance: malnutritionpathway.co.uk/library/prehabilitation.pdf
August 1, 2025 at 1:14 PM
July is #GoodCareMonth – a chance to shine a light on professionals making a difference across social care. It’s also a good time to highlight the role of good nutrition in quality care. Our Resource of the Month is the Care Homes Factsheet to support managing malnutrition: bit.ly/4nzKlXi
July 2, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Today’s Dietitians Week theme focuses on how tech is transforming healthcare. Our free online resources provide healthcare professionals with instant access to evidence-based guidance on tackling disease-related malnutrition plus practical info leaflets to support patients & carers bit.ly/3QDNUv9
June 3, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Our June Resource of the Month spotlights our slide presentations - designed to help dietitians and other healthcare educators to equip colleagues with essential insights into malnutrition: identification, management, and cost implications. Explore them here: bit.ly/43FYrgB #DW2025
June 2, 2025 at 8:39 AM
It’s Dietitians Week #DW2025 & we are shining a spotlight on the incredible contributions of dietitians in transforming healthcare through evidence-based nutrition. This year’s theme focuses on the future of dietetics. Find out more at bit.ly/3T4y4fg
Dietitians Week 2025
The future of dietetics is this year’s campaign for Dietitians Week 2025, which will run from 2-6 June.
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June 2, 2025 at 8:32 AM
It’s #DementiaActionWeek Approx 1 in 3 older adults with dementia are malnourished & nearly half are at risk. As dementia progresses malnutrition risk increases, which can lead to more falls, hospital admissions & lower quality of life. Learn more about subjective indicators of risk: bit.ly/4k9U8AG
May 13, 2025 at 9:12 AM
It’s #InternationalNursesDay & we’re celebrating the amazing work nurses do in supporting patients throughout their healthcare journey, making sure they have the best possible quality of life. Nurses play a vital role in identifying, preventing and managing malnutrition - bit.ly/42THKza
May 12, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Our May Resource of the Month is our practical guide for health and social care professionals on 'Initiating Conversations About Weight Loss and Diet' which includes example questions to explore concerns around weight and diet - bit.ly/3NUeosL #TacklingMalnutrition #socialcare #primarycare
May 1, 2025 at 1:06 PM
On #WorldHealthDay, let’s raise awareness of disease-related malnutrition - a serious but often overlooked issue that can impact recovery from illness, wellbeing & quality of life. Visit www.malnutritionpathway.co.uk for practical tools to screen, manage & support individuals at risk of malnutrition
April 7, 2025 at 10:47 AM
April is #BowelCancerAwareness Month. Nutrition plays a key role in cancer care. Our cancer resource is our April resource of the month - it includes guidance on nutrition screening and dietary adjustments to help manage common symptoms, as well as info on nutrition during prehab: bit.ly/3pGBeYA
April 1, 2025 at 11:13 AM
It's @NHWeek #ThirstyThursday Dehydration can cause low blood pressure, dizziness & confusion & lead to an increased risk of falls. Individuals should try to drink at least 6 to 8 cups of fluid every day. With the exception of alcohol, all fluids count - water, juice, milky drinks, tea, coffee
March 20, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Today is #SocialPrescribingDay, a day to celebrate & highlight the crucial work of social prescribers in supporting individuals’ health and well-being. Social Prescribers can play a vital role in identifying & supporting those at risk of malnutrition. Learn more: bit.ly/4axdRoL
March 19, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Today is #SwallowingAwarenessDay Swallowing difficulties can lead to serious health risks including malnutrition & dehydration. Awareness & early intervention are crucial. Check out our resources
📌 For patients & carers➡️ bit.ly/3sRFlmx
📌 For healthcare professionals ➡️ bit.ly/3wLj7H6
March 19, 2025 at 11:27 AM
This week is Nutrition & Hydration Week - a chance for healthcare professionals, caregivers, & the wider community to take action and promote better nutrition and hydration practices. By participating and sharing key resources, we can work together to improve health outcomes #NHWeek2025
March 18, 2025 at 9:29 AM
17-23 March is Nutrition & Hydration Week, an annual campaign aimed at raising awareness of the importance of good nutrition & hydration in healthcare settings, a perfect time to reinforce the critical connection between nutrition, hydration & patient recovery & raise awareness with colleagues
March 3, 2025 at 11:44 AM