1. Expanding Nutrition and Dietetics Program in Indian Health Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_0001 Contributing Institution: Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Collection: Carl Albert Collection Title: Expanding Nutrition and Dietetics Program in Indian Health Date: 1967-01-01 Creator: Udall, Stewart L. Policy Area: Health, Native Americans Names: Cherokee Nation Topic: Community health services--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Older people--Medical care--United States Congress: 90th (1967-1969)
![["The document discusses the addition of a nutritionist at the Talihina Service Unit to address poor nutrition among the Indian population. The nutritionist will focus on preventive health services and work with other staff to improve nutrition education. The program aims to expand services outside the hospital walls and provide bedside instruction. The collaboration between nutritionists and dietitians in Indian Health provides a unique opportunity to serve the community. The document also emphasizes the importance of informing tribal leaders about the nutrition program and improving hospital dietary departments."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Health,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Expanding Nutrition and Dietetics Program in Indian Health")