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On June 8, 2024, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported a significant rise in sulfur dioxide emissions from Kanlaon Volcano, reaching 4,397 tons per day. This elevated level of emissions signals heightened volcanic activity, necessitating Alert Level 2. This warning highlights potential explosive eruptions and restricts access to the volcano’s 4-kilometer radius.

Indonesian actress Prilly Latuconsina has recently made headlines for her remarkable weight loss journey. She shed an impressive 10 kg without resorting to stringent diet plans. Instead, she adopted a holistic approach, embracing a healthier lifestyle over the course of a year. Prilly’s transformation serves as an inspiring example, demonstrating that sustainable weight loss is achievable through simple yet effective dietary and lifestyle modifications.

The Department of Health confirms the first vaping-related death in the Philippines, highlighting serious health risks and sparking urgent discussions on stricter e-cigarette regulations. Health experts and advocates call for comprehensive measures to protect the youth from vaping-related illnesses and prevent further tragedies.

A comprehensive study finds that processed and red meats are linked to a higher risk of colorectal, stomach, and pancreatic cancers. Experts urge a drastic overhaul of dietary habits, recommending a reduction or elimination of processed meats and an increase in plant-based foods. Discover the latest findings and what they mean for global public health policies.