Blogs and member articles

In the second part of her interview with sickle cell specialist dietitian Deborah Fletcher, Dr Claudine Matthews investigates some of the challenges, gaps and opportunities in this emerging specialism of sickle cell nutrition.

Dietitians within a specialist recovery service in Glasgow are thought to be the only dietetic team in the UK with a specific remit to support those with drug and alcohol addictions.

David Simms, member of the BDA EDI Committee, reflects on this year's Black History Month theme and how representation in the profession can lead to meaningful change.

Kyle Kennedy speaks to us about how he progressed to the Chair role of the Public Health Specialist Group in only a short time after graduating from his dietetics studeis..

In the first of a two-part article, Dr Claudine Matthews speaks to Deborah Fletcher on perspectives from a specialist dietitian on sickle cell disease.

While representing the BDA at the TUC Black Workers’ Conference, David Simms spoke in support of a motion tackling racial discrimination in maternity services.

Practice-based learning thrusts dietetic learners into a completely unfamiliar environment. Rejwana Ahmed gives her insights into how to handle the pressure.

Zoe Hylands talks to us about her time spent volunteering for the BDA Northern Ireland Board as a student member.

Watch how our corporate partner took wellness on the road this spring.

A big congratulations to Ogo-Jesu, who has been elected as the BDA Student Rep 2026/27. We asked Ogo-Jesu why she applied for the role and how she hopes to champion the voice of dietetic students over the next year.