It's Feeding Tube Awareness Week
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It's Feeding Tube Awareness Week
Feeding Tube Awareness Week is February 4-10, 2024. Get graphics for social media and info about the week at https://oley.org/page/FT_Awareness_Week.
The Oley Foundation
The Oley foundation is the main organization for people fed by tube or IV. They have wonderful resources, articles, newsletters, troubleshooting guides, equipment exchange program, equipment/supply assistance resources, annual conference, support groups and more. See the enteral nutrition landing page here for resources, articles and more including the new Feeding Tube Information Card.
Upcoming Education
Tube Feeding Shouldn't Hurt: Management of Enteral Complications, 02/07/2024, 12-1 pm, Webinar, free CE from Coram for nurses, dietitians and case managers coramhc.com/providers/webinars
Other Resources
- American College of Surgeons: Feeding Tube Home Skills Program
- Get the FACTS About Feeding Tube Care
- MyTubeFeeding
Tip: Websites for some diseases, feeding tube/pump manufacturers, enteral nutrition and medical supplies may also have information.