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October 2019
CE Opportunity: Why We Should Never Underestimate the Complexity of Food
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Find out more »BODY LIBERATION: HOW TO SURVIVE, THRIVE, AND TRANSFORM AN UNJUST WORLD with Dr. Linda Bacon
Amidst the backdrop of a national obsession with weight loss, weight has become a central concern in health care and a source of anxiety for many individuals. In this provocative workshop, Bacon examines assumptions that form the typical weight narrative (e.g., “obesity” is a disease; “obesity” causes increased morbidity and mortality; weight loss improves health; weight loss is within personal control; and thinner equals happier), unpacking the underlying science and emotion and making a case for promoting size acceptance. Along…
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Social November 2019 – Texas Sake Company
Join ATXRD on Thursday, November 7th for a fun, informative happy hour at Texas Sake Company! We’ll be starting at 6:00 pm for snacks and socializing, then touring the facility at 7:00 pm to learn more about this Japanese wine. Texas Sake Company is the only sake distillery in the state of Texas. They not only have sake on tap but also have tasting flights, cocktails, and kombucha for our under 21 guests! Parking is available in front of the…
Find out more »ATXRD Fall Member Meeting November 2019
Topic: Cultural competency in dietetics with a focus on LGBTQ community Speakers: Katie Hardison, RDN, LD and Angelica Oscos, LMSW 2 CEUs will be provided Date: Thursday, November 14th, 2019 Time: 6 - 8 PM (Check In Starts at 5:30 PM) Location: Dell Children's Medical Center - Auditorium 4900 Mueller Blvd., Austin, TX 78723 Food: Dinner will be provided thanks to Center for Discovery Price: ATXRD Member (Free), Non-Members ($15.00) Objectives: 1.) Define culture and cultural competence. 2.) Recognize how…
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ATXRD January Member Meeting
Join ATXRD for our January member's meeting as UT Austin Dietetic Interns speak about health disparities and how they impact the work we do as dietitians. Understanding health disparities allow dietitians in all fields and specialties to better serve vulnerable populations. Date: Saturday, January 18th, 2020 Time: Check-in at 8:30 AM, Presentation from 9 - 11 AM Location: Seton Medical Center Austin, McFadden Auditorium Address: 1201 W 38th St, Austin, TX 78705 Parking: Seton Medical Plaza Patient/Visitor Parking garage (at…
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