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Federal Policy Initiatives

We work with policy leaders at every level of government to promote health and reduce the burden of chronic disease through nutrition services and interventions.

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Diabetes Self-Management Training

Addresses barriers identified by the Academy and our partners in the Diabetes Advocacy Alliance for Medicare beneficiaries to utilize DSMT benefits.
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Dietary Guidelines for Americans

The Academy supports the development, dissemination and implementation of evidence-informed, inclusive Dietary Guidelines that embrace culture and diverse dietary patterns.
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Farm Bill

Advocates for strong SNAP funding and improved dietary standards.
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FDA Food Regulations

FDA Food Regulations

Federal nutrition policies – particularly those related to food labeling and food reformulation – can help consumers make healthier choices while incentivizing industry to improve the nutritional quality of foods offered.
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Food is Medicine Research, Policy, and Practice- Perspectives from Registered Dietitians Advancing the Movement

Food As Medicine

The Academy advocates for the inclusion of RDNs and NDTRs in Food as Medicine initiatives.
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Medical Nutrition Therapy

Expands Medicare Part B coverage for additional conditions (e.g., prediabetes, obesity) and referral sources.
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Innovative Training for New Clinicians- Elevating Patient Care through Effective Onboarding

Obesity Treatment

Seeks Medicare coverage for weight loss drugs and expanded behavioral therapy providers.
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Aging Comes in All Colors and Cultures: Celebrating Diversity in Food, Nutrition and Maturity

Older Americans Act

Focuses on reauthorization to ensure nutrition services for seniors.
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Student Financial Aid Policy

The requirements to become an RDN often leave aspiring practitioners with substantial student loan debt, while entering a field that historically offers modest starting salaries compared to other health professions.

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Telehealth

Telehealth has become an essential tool for expanding access to RDNs services.
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