10 Years of IDDSI
Looking to the past, present and future.
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It is hard to believe that it has been 10 years since the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) was founded. Over the next few e-bites, we will look at IDDSI past, present, and future….
How it all started:
In 2013 a group of passionate volunteers came together with a goal of developing new international standardised terminology and definitions to describe texture modified foods and thickened liquids used for individuals with dysphagia of all ages, in all care settings, and in all cultures.
After 3 years of work based on evidence and global feedback, the IDDSI Framework evolved and was released in 2016 and published in 2017. Feedback from the global community led the IDDSI Board of Directors to revisit and update the framework to the current IDDSI Framework (published 2019) which incorporates Level 7 Easy to Chew. Framework descriptors for each level were developed and supported by simple measurement methods (testing methods) that could be used by people with dysphagia or by caregivers, clinicians, food service professionals or industry to confirm the level a food or drink fits into.
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Initial IDDSI Framework released 2016 |
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Current IDDSI Framework completed and published 2019 |
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Key messages about the IDDSI Framework
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Descriptive NOT Prescriptive.
- The IDDSI Framework and documents should be viewed as providing a standard way of describing and testing food textures and drink thickness commonly used for individuals with eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties.
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It should not be viewed as a prescribed diet.
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Order your IDDSI Funnels Today!
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The IDDSI Funnel is the only widely available funnel that was designed with the IDDSI Flow Test in mind. The IDDSI Funnel is designed to be easy to use with IDDSI levels already marked on the funnel itself, and it is re-usable and recyclable. The funnel store (including ordering and fulfillment) will be managed by our licensed manufacturer, Sparrow Solutions Ltd., and will be an official channel to order your IDDSI Funnels
Some important information:
- IDDSI Funnels are sold in packages (100 funnels per package) or cartons (1000 funnels per carton)
- Once you enter your shipping information, shipping quotes/options will be provided during the checkout process. Please note the shipping cost does not include any duties or taxes that may be charged on the shipment.
- All major credit cards are accepted. We use PayPal as our payment processor. (Please note: There is no need to sign up for a PayPal account to check-out).
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IF you have Business or Tax ID (or other special instructions), please include them during the check-out process.
To go with the new IDDSI Funnel, we have created the following new resources, which can be found collected here. (These four resources will also be found in their respective locations, such as under Testing Cards, the IDDSI Flow Test, or our YouTube channel.)
Supporting the IDDSI mission: Every funnel sold goes to support the availability of funnels in regions around the world with less developed health care systems and access to financial resources.
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Get Ready For IDDSI'S Upcoming Events!
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IDDSI’s hardworking team of volunteers and IDDSI Reference Group leaders are excited to bring you three upcoming events in 2023. They will be featuring panelists, speakers, food, funnels and much, much more!
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1. Asia IDDSI Conference
The International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) and the Malaysia IDDSI Reference Group are delighted to announce that we are hosting our first Asia IDDSI Conference on Friday, September 15, 2023 at Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This event is an ideal opportunity to network, discuss best practices and learn about innovations to support IDDSI implementation. The event is open to everyone who supports and/or implements the IDDSI framework from anywhere in the world.
The Asia IDDSI Conference will feature Dr. Julie Cichero, Past IDDSI Co-Chair as our keynote presenter with an opening welcome & IDDSI global update from Peter Lam, IDDSI Chairperson. The conference will also feature presentations from Dr. Catriona Steele, Dr. Luis Riquelme, Dr. Mershen Pillay, Janice Duivestein, Dr. Ben Hanson and many others. Participate in educational and practical sessions on how to implement IDDSI and much more! Come and enjoy the beautiful weather and fantastic food that Malaysia has to offer, meet exhibiting vendors and explore IDDSI possibilities, at the best location in the heart of Kuala Lumpur! Click below to order tickets!
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2. UK IDDSI Festival
The International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) is delighted to be hosting its 3rd IDDSI Festival in Derby, UK on Thursday, September 21st, 2023. This event is an ideal opportunity to engage with you and share best practices being demonstrated around IDDSI in Health and Social Care settings. The event is open to all who deliver IDDSI framework, including clinical professionals, dieticians, speech and language therapists, caterers, chefs, patient groups and suppliers.
We will be joined by a host of speakers, and chef demonstrations, that will enable delegates to put theory into practice, that will support their IDDSI delivery when catering for residents and patients with Dysphagia.
Click below to order tickets!
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3. Canada IDDSI Festival
The International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) and the Canada IDDSI Reference Group are delighted to announce that we are hosting our first annual Canadian IDDSI Festival on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at Humber College in Toronto, ON. This event is an ideal opportunity to network, discuss best practices and learn about innovations to support IDDSI implementation in Canada. The event is open to everyone who supports and/or implements the IDDSI framework.
The Canada IDDSI Festival will feature Dr. Catriona Steele as one of our keynote presenters with an opening welcome & IDDSI global update from Peter Lam, IDDSI Chairperson. Come and meet vendors and discuss IDDSI solutions, that will enable delegates to put theory into practice to support residents and patients with dysphagia. Participate in educational and practical sessions and much, much more! Click below to order tickets!
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We are seeking nominations for our IDDSI Hall of Appreciation. Is there someone you know who has made a significant contribution to IDDSI and IDDSI implementation? Consider submitting a nomination for the hall of appreciation by completing our form here by June 15, 2023. |
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If there is IDDSI implementation activity happening in your part of the world and you do not see the information on the IDDSI website or mentioned in the e-bite, please contact us and let us know, We will be most happy to acknowledge your contribution and let the rest of the world know what you are doing.
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Take a look below to see what different reference groups are doing to support IDDSI Implementation. |
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Italy: The Italy IDDSI IRG has successfully published “Multidisciplinary Assessment and Individualized Nutritional Management of Dysphagia in Older Outpatients”
Multidisciplinary Assessment and Individualized Nutritional Management of Dysphagia in Older Outpatients Nutrients 2023;15:1103-13.
The research, published in Nutrients 2023 is a retrospective observational study which was performed by a multidisciplinary team in 267 older outpatients at the Geriatric hospital in Ancona Italy. Read the full article here
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Malaysia: Many thanks to the wonderful team at Pusat Perubatan University Malaya for hosting Peter Lam, IDDSI Chairperson & Faith Ng, MYIRG Co-Chair, for a meeting to learn about their journey towards IDDSI implementation. Congratulations and best wishes to the team at Pusat Perubatan University Malaya!
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United States: "Igniting Innovation", is the fresh new theme for the 2023 ASHA Convention taking place November 16–18 in Boston, Massachusetts. It's an in-person event with virtual components. Read the update here, and visit the US IRG's website here.
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More IDDSI IRG's coming soon!
Thanks to our amazing volunteers and IDDSI staff, 4 new IDDSI IRG Groups are in the process of being established.
- Argentina
- Nepal
- Paraguay
- Peru
More information to come on the website and watch for their full updates in our May e-bite!
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IDDSI Reference Group Volunteering |
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If you are interested in joining an IDDSI Reference Group, please email the contact for the group. We welcome everyone who wants to help with guiding & fostering IDDSI implementation. Being part of a reference group is a great opportunity to meet IDDSI friends in your local, regional area. And you never know, something amazing may happen when great brains come together!!
Don't see an IDDSI Reference Group for your practise or regional area? Interested in starting an IDDSI reference group to help support IDDSI implementation in your regional or practice area? Fill out the form here.
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Webinars & IDDSI Learning |
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If you have any suggestions for webinar topics, we’d love to hear them! Head over to our Contact Us form, choose subject “Webinars”, and let us know what you’d like to see in the upcoming months.
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Previous Webinars and Recordings |
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Missed any of our other webinars? All our webinars are recorded and can be found on here, but please note rewatching the webinars on YouTube will not provide you with a Certificate of Attendance.
If you register and then cannot attend a webinar, PLEASE make sure to cancel so we may open another spot up for someone else. Thank you very much for your consideration.
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