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Health advocates from both the public and private sectors call for improved implementation of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) in hospitals across the Philippines. The NCP, a standardised approach used by registered nutritionist-dietitians (RNDs), involves thorough evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of patients’ nutritional needs. This process is crucial for accelerating patient recovery and reducing hospital stays, underscoring that “food is medicine”.

The Department of Health (DOH) has clarified that the mobile number “22566345” used for its recent survey on non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is legitimate and not a scam. This clarification was issued on May 6, 2024, to alleviate public concern and encourage participation in the survey.

Beat the Heat with Your Diet For Hot Weather: Key Nutritional Strategies for Enhanced Heat Tolerance As global temperatures climb,…

The sweltering heat of the sun, heightened by the ongoing effects of climate change, poses significant health risks, as warned by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 

In an era where women are living longer than ever, a significant gap in our understanding of reproductive health persists. The NUS Bia-Echo Asia Centre for Reproductive Longevity & Equality (ACRLE) at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine is pioneering research into one of the earliest ageing organs in women: the ovaries. Since its inception in 2021, ACRLE has been at the forefront of investigating how to delay ovarian ageing, which could have profound implications for women’s health worldwide.

In a bid to combat the rising tide of obesity and associated health risks, the Department of Health-Center for Health Development (DOH-CHD) in Bicol has issued a compelling call to action.

In the face of a 40% surge in kidney failure cases over the past decade, Singapore grapples with a silent…

Amidst rising concerns regarding the increased usage of disposable vapes, the Department of Health (DOH) has thrown its support behind…

Microplastic Removal: The Power of Boiling Water Recent research sheds light on a remarkably simple yet effective strategy for reducing…