DoH sounds alarm on rising tobacco use
Smoking contributes to other diseases, including certain eye disorders and immune system problems like rheumatoid arthritis, the Health department noted.
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Smoking contributes to other diseases, including certain eye disorders and immune system problems like rheumatoid arthritis, the Health department noted.
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Raising a fur baby has important responsibilities, such as selecting the correct kibble and ensuring that your favorite sneakers do not become chew toys.
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UNITED NATIONS, United States (AFP) — At least 14 million children face hunger and a heightened risk of malnutrition or death this year, UNICEF warned…
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Senatorial candidate Kiko Pangilinan plans to propose legislation that would provide free and nutritious breakfast to students from preschool to Grade 12 if he…
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SAN FABIAN, Pangasinan — Tobacco farmers are calling on the government to appoint a “tobacco czar” to address issues plaguing the industry, including rampant…
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The best advice during summertime is to balance your hot and cold foods. Do not eat excessively of one kind of temperature.
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Dementia occurs when brain cells are damaged, affecting memory, thinking, behavior, and the ability to perform everyday activities. It is more common in older…
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday said he has ordered the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) to ensure that healthcare and nutrition…
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Health experts and advocates on Wednesday urged election candidates to take a stand" against what they called a "growing epidemic of cigarette, vape, and…
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The National Nutrition Council in Central Visayas (NNC-7) announced on Sunday that the region’s malnutrition rate decreased in 2024, based on the results of…
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What began as a grassroots nutrition campaign in barangays, with online cooking sessions and workshops, has since expanded its reach to educate and empower the…
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More than 250 representatives from the World Instant Noodles Association (WINA) have vowed to make their products healthier to help promote public health.
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As the new year unfolds, so does the hope for improved health outcomes, especially for children. However, malnutrition remains a persistent challenge in the…
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According to a report by Nutrition International, malnutrition costs the Philippines $8.5 billion (approximately P497.6 billion) each year, or nearly three…
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Malnutrition costs the Philippines about $8.5 billion (about P497,649,338 billion annually), or nearly three percent of its gross domestic product (GDP),…
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Government agencies should intensify enforcement efforts and pursue convictions of those involved in the illegal tobacco trade, as smoking prevalence in the…
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‘The insights gathered from these discussions will help us craft effective policies that address the interconnected challenges of nutrition and population…
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Russia, China, Iran and North Korea called ‘axis of autocrats.’
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