Christina Federico
@CfedDt
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Specialist Dietitian - Neurosciences, Salford Care Organisation. All views are my own.
Joined March 2019
Hello! I am running a quick survey to explore healthcare professionals’ experiences in managing cancer-related cachexia — a condition that often gets overlooked but can massively impact a patients quality of life. It will be greatly appreciated if you could spare around 15-20
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More than 80% of people with #MND experience speech & communication issues Managing them effectively is crucial for their quality of life and care. If you're a HSCP working with people with MND, register now to attend our online Competency Builder Session
After the success of the last Competency Builder session, we are excited to announce a new event on 13 May This event is designed to help HSCPs build their practical skills in managing the effects of communication difficulties in people with #MND Book here
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Recruiting now – Brain tumour research Healthy volunteers to take part in a study investigating how brain and skull-based tumours develop and progress. Should have no previous diagnosis of any neurological condition or cancer. Message us or visit https://t.co/jG62ZR3UNp
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Thank you @GMNISDN for facilitating the MND training day. Great to work alongside @SophieG88 to discuss nutrition with a range of colleagues #MDT
Yesterday, we hosted our 3rd #MND Training Day, bringing together professionals from across GM. Topics included care pathways, EMST, @mndassoc grants, lived experience, psychological care, nutrition, respiratory & ACP. Amazing feedback - thank you to all who attended! #Neuro
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It’s Malnutrition Awareness Week @UKMAW2024 why not make your first action be taking part in the @BAPENUK annual screening survey into malnutrition prevalence and nutrition support - https://t.co/oNodqxRgNT The survey takes place until 30thNovember & you can access it by
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Great to see our latest article, an evaluation of an #MDT support group for people with #SubarachnoidHemorrhage, out now in @DisabilityRehab🧠 Important findings for #SAH and an example of how service evaluations can be disseminated with wider audiences: https://t.co/vzwEUb9sxg
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For all professionals providing healthcare to older people 👉🏻 Nutrition Interventions in Sarcopenia and Frailty: From Research to Practice 👉🏻FREE for @GeriSoc members, from £10 for non members https://t.co/7YjnGNiF5u
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WEBINAR Nutrition Interventions in Sarcopenia and Frailty From Research to Practice
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Today we're celebrating #GlobalMNDAwarenessDay, where #MND is put at the front of conversation and perceptions are challenged. We'll be spotlighting and talking to the researchers and advocates who working together to accelerate the search for a cure.
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Today is #GlobalMNDAwarenessDay, a day to come together and raise awareness of motor neurone disease. • 6 people will be diagnosed today • 6 people will die today • It has NO cure Today, help us ensure that at least one more person knows about #MND.
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Tuesday 9th July 19:30-20:30 Relaxation helps with synkinesis and it calms down overworked muscles on your unaffected side too. Join us for an hour of guided relaxation. All you need is a cosy space, a blanket and an eye mask. Email support@facialpalsy.org.uk to register.
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Thank you to @CNSmcr for facilitating the MND nutrition training. Great to discuss how we work collaboratively and support people with MND 👍 @GMNISDN
@mndassoc @MCCN_UK
Welcoming @CfedDt to talk to our team and raise the profile of MND. Fascinating to hear all the great work that Dietitians can do to support our patients @mcrlco #malnutrition #MND @LCO_AHPs
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Could the gut be involved in #MND #ALS? The gut microbiome is the community of microbes that live in the gut and play crucial roles in our health. 🦠 Research has shown people with MND have changes in their gut microbiome. We delve deeper on our blog: https://t.co/yJsvEjUMpa
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IDDSI flow testing supplement drinks with @SCODietitians - following a supply issue we needed to test some new products to ensure our dysphagia patients can have supplements safely! @RCSLT @NCAlliance_NHS #mySLTday #MDTworking #MDT #dysphagia
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Peaches would encourage anyone who is concerned about gynaecological symptoms to speak to their GP. If you remain worried about your symptoms or notice further changes please return to your GP and ask for a further review. @tenovuscancer #clairescampaign
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One woman was told she should shower more while another's cancer symptoms were blamed on menopause.
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The @Opti_cals clinical trial explores the impact of tailored nutrition of people with MND, aiming to boost quality of life and survival. Currently seeking participants in the UK, learn more about this innovative intervention and how to get involved! https://t.co/iGZKA7Ugqt
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In the absence of a disease-modifying treatment, how can doctors best help people with motor neuron disease (MND)? This week, we published the findings from COMMEND, the largest clinical trial to date of a psychological intervention for patients with MND ▶️
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Calling all those working with DGBI patients. Please complete this quick survey looking at exploring healthcare professionals perceptions in this patient group. A great opportunity to share experiences 😃 https://t.co/xQYd5dl8Op
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Meet our team of #ketogenicdietitians! #Ketogenicdiet is clinically proven to improve seizure control in children with #epilepsy. See what our team does daily to help these children improve their #qualityoflife #purpleday
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Our recruitment is underway but we need more participants! If you know of anyone who may be interested, please share far and wide. @GMNISDN @diffstrokes @UKStrokeForum @BIASPstroke @CarersUK @MCRYoungCarers @audreybowenprof @ajteager @HeadwayUK
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