Malnutrition: Balancing Disease-Related and Psychosocial Aspects of Nutritional Care
BAPEN’s latest position statement explores the complex factors that contribute to malnutrition risk – recognising that effective nutritional care must consider not only clinical conditions but also psychological, social, and environmental influences.
Co-authored by Emma Parsons, Emily Walters, and Nick Thompson, the statement highlights how early detection, evidence-based interventions, and collaboration across healthcare settings can improve outcomes and advance BAPEN’s vision for a sustainable, patient-centred healthcare system.
It sets out four key recommendations designed to enhance the quality of nutritional care for individuals at risk of disease-related malnutrition across the UK.
We hope this document proves useful for communication with colleagues and stakeholders.
