Infographic Launch: Malnutrition in Adults

Malnutrition Awareness Week | Greece 2024

As part of Malnutrition Awareness Week, we are excited to present an infographic based on the latest research from a paper published in the New England Journal of Medicine (2024). This cutting-edge resource is designed to provide health professionals with clear, evidence-based insights into the prevalence, impact, and management of malnutrition in adults.

Objective: Empowering Health Professionals

Malnutrition is a critical issue affecting adults in various healthcare settings, contributing to longer hospital stays, higher healthcare costs, and poorer outcomes. This infographic has been created to:

• Highlight the key findings of the 2024 NEJM paper on adult malnutrition.
• Provide practical guidance for healthcare providers on identifying and addressing malnutrition in clinical practice.
• Serve as an educational tool to raise awareness about the importance of nutritional care in improving patient outcomes.

What’s in the Infographic?

The infographic will cover:

• Malnutrition Prevalence: How common malnutrition is in adult patients, particularly in hospitals and long-term care.
• Risk Factors: Key conditions and situations that increase the risk of malnutrition in adults.
• Clinical Consequences: How malnutrition impacts recovery, hospital readmissions, and overall mortality rates.
• Screening and Assessment: Best practices for early detection and assessment of malnutrition in adult patients.
• Intervention Strategies: Evidence-based approaches to managing and preventing malnutrition, including the role of nutritional support teams and patient education.

Who Should Use This Infographic?

• Physicians: Enhance your ability to diagnose and treat malnutrition in hospitalized patients.
• Dietitians: Use the latest research to inform nutritional care plans and advocate for better patient outcomes.
• Nurses: Learn how to recognize signs of malnutrition and collaborate in providing comprehensive care.
• Healthcare Students: Understand the importance of nutrition in clinical settings and how it impacts overall patient care.

Why It Matters

Malnutrition in adults is often underdiagnosed and undertreated, despite its significant impact on patient recovery and health. By utilizing this infographic, healthcare professionals can improve their understanding and response to malnutrition, leading to better outcomes for patients across Greece.

Get Involved!

• Download the Infographic: The infographic will be available for free during Malnutrition Awareness Week.
• Share on Social Media: Help us spread the word by sharing the infographic with your networks using the hashtag #MAW2024.
• Attend Our Webinar: Join us for a live webinar discussing the findings of the NEJM paper and practical applications in clinical settings.

Let’s work together to tackle adult malnutrition and enhance patient care!