International Day of Families May 15, 2011

The United Nations International Day of Families is celebrated each May at the United Nations headquarters and around the world. The Universal Peace Federation joins in commemorating this day because it considers the family as a microcosm of the global community and because sustainable peace is grounded in the family as the most intimate social unit, the school of love.

2011 Theme: "Confronting Family Poverty and Social Exclusion"

"On this International Day of Families, let us resolve to support families as they nurture the young, care for the old and foster strong communities built on tolerance and dignity for all."

- Ban Ki-moon

Secretary-General's Message for 2011

The Family Meal

The Family Meal is a Tradition Celebrated All Over the World. Sharing family meals symbolizes love and communication. Eating dinner together keeps the doors of communication open. It's a perfect time to show your children they are your priority. Studies have shown children who eat dinner with their families are less likely to use alcohol, tobacco and/or illegal drugs and more likely to develop good eating habits.

 

Foods For Health:
Building Healthy Kids and Families

"Guyatitian" David Grotto offers healthy eating and physical
activity tips for building healthy kids and families.
Part of the International Food Information Council Foundation's

Foods For Health series

It's A Small World
A childhood favorite reminding me how special all Families are.
by Disney 

Food Allergy Awareness Week May 8 -14, 2011

The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) was founded in 1991 and is the world’s largest nonprofit organization providing information about food allergy to the media, schools, health professionals, pharmaceutical companies, the food industry, and government officials, as well as the food-allergic community.

FAAN’s mission is to raise public awareness, to provide advocacy and education, and to advance research on behalf of all those affected by food allergy and anaphylaxis.

Respect Every Bite

In 1997, FAAN created Food Allergy Awareness Week to educate others about food allergies, a potentially life threatening medical condition. This year they are celebrating the 14th annual Food Allergy Awareness Week (FAAW), May 8-14, 2011.

Food Allergy Awareness Week 2011

FAAN’s annual programs, include: Food Allergy Awareness Week, Food Allergy Conferences, Mariel C. Furlong Awards for Making a Difference, Food Allergy News for Kids Poster Contest, Teen Summit, Trick-or-Treat for Food Allergy, Walk for Food Allergy, Kids’ Congress on Capitol Hill.

Allergic? Don't Ignore The Fine Print
Teresa Beach, Registered Dietitian

Camp Tag

Camp TAG is a 5-day, half-day camp for children ages 3-12 that is due to launch in summer 2011. It will provide a safe place for children with food allergies and their siblings to have fun with no worries about having an allergic reaction, as well as give them an opportunity to meet other children who share the same conditions and know they are not alone.

For further information on FAAN, visit:
Websites: http://www.foodallergy.org/
http://www.faankids.org/
http://www.foodallergyevents.org/
http://www.foodallergyalliance.org/
Facebook. FAAN 
Twitter: @FoodAllergy

YouTube Channel: FAANPAL

Contact Information:
The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network
11781 Lee Jackson Hwy., Suite 160
Fairfax, VA 22033
(800) 929-4040 
http://www.foodallergy.org/

Molly Gladding, RD, LDN Dedication, Commitment and Leader in the field of Dietetics and Nutrition

"ADA is not an entity, it is people. Encouraging and supporting members
who are willing to volunteer and work for a stronger and more vibrant
profession is vital to our future success."

- Molly Gladding, RD, LD/N

Molly Gladding has been a registered dietitian since 1969. During the past 42 years, she has been a teacher, mentor, leader, friend, and advocate. She has worked as a Director of Food and Nutrition Services; Quality Improvement and Training Coordinator; Dietetic Internship Regional Coordinator; and WIC Coordinator.

In addition, Molly has been active in the dietetic association at the local, state and national level. She has held positions in the Florida Dietetic Association (FDA) as the Treasurer, Strategic Planning Chairperson, and President of FDA. She currently is the FDA Delegate for ADA and  a House of Delegate1 (HOD) representative for the ADA Finance and Audit Committee.

The Broward County Dietetic Association was honored to have Molly Gladding, RD, LD/N as our guest speaker on May 5, 2011. She recently attended the ADA Spring 2011 House of Delegates meeting (April 30 - May 1, 2011) and discussed the direction of our profession; identification of mega issues and market place relevance.

Below is part of the speech Molly Gladding presented.

Molly is an accomplished and dedicated registered dietitian who inspires others to get involved.  Molly - Are you sure you are ready to retire?


1 What is the ADA House of Delegates?

The HOD governs the profession. Each state and area of practice is represented by one or more delegates for a total of 100 delegates. The House Leadership Team (HLT) develops and implements program goals of the House. To learn more about ADA HOD, visit: http://www.eatright.org/hod/

May 9, 2011 National Women’s Checkup Day, a part of National Women's Health Week, May 8 to 14, 2011

National Women’s Health Week is organized by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office on Women’s Health (OWH). The goal is to empower women to make their health a top priority. This year's theme “It’s Your Time,” encourages women to take steps to live a longer, healthier and happier life.

There are some women who are so busy caring for their families and others, they neglect to care for themselves. During National Women’s Health Week remind your wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and/or girlfriend to take steps to improve their health and prevent disease.

Take the Pledge!

The ninth annual National Women's Checkup Day is held during National Women's Health Week. This year it is on Monday, May 9, 2011.

Dedicate this day to visit or make an appointment with your health care professional. Schedule a check-up. Prevention and early detection are crucial to one’s health.

To learn more about National Women's Health Week visit the following links:

National Women's Health Week 

National Women's Checkup Day

Take the Pledge!

Interactive Screening Chart and Immunization Tool

Why is it important for women to participate in National Women's Checkup Day?

It is important for women to get regular checkups because: screening tests, such as mammograms and Pap tests, can find diseases early, when they are easier to treat. Some women need certain screening tests earlier, or more often, than others. Screenings and routine care can help women lower their risks of many health conditions, including heart disease.


How can women participate in this important event?
Women can participate in National Women’s Checkup Day by:
Contacting their current health care professional to schedule a checkup and get important screenings on National Women’s Checkup Day.

Discussing with their health care professionals which screenings and tests are right for them, when they should have them, and how often.

Learning which screenings and immunizations they need and at what age at (http://bit.ly/NWHWScreeningChart).

Taking the Checkup Day Pledge (http://bit.ly/CheckupDayPledge) and pledging to schedule at least one preventive health screening during May 2011.

For information about participating in National Women’s Checkup Day and other National Women’s Health Week activities, visit the National Women’s Health Week website at http://www.womenshealth.gov/whw or call 800-994-9662 (TDD 888-220-5446).

Women's Health Month 2011

The information provided here is from the National Women's Health Information Center (NWHIC). A service of the Office on Women's Health (OWH) in the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The Office on Women's Health (OWH) was established in 1991 within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Its Vision is to ensure that "All Women and Girls are Healthier and Have a Better Sense of Well Being." Its mission is to "provide leadership to promote health equity for women and girls through sex/gender-specific approaches." The strategy OWH uses to achieve its mission and vision is through the development of innovative programs, by educating health professionals, and motivating behavior change in consumers through the dissemination of health information.