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Proper prenatal care through checkups, vaccinations and nutrition guidance can help ensure healthy births and babies less at risk of nutritional issues like low birth weight and stunting. These issues can have lasting effects on both physical development and cognitive abilities of the child. 

Manila’s city government, under the leadership of Mayor Honey Lacuna, is taking significant steps to improve the health and well-being of its elderly. In her recent State of the City Address on 30th July, Mayor Lacuna highlighted the administration’s commitment to health programmes for 180,000 senior citizens. 

The Department of Health-Center for Health Development in Bicol (DOH CHD-5) announced a 92% treatment success rate for tuberculosis (TB) cases for Q1 2024. This achievement was highlighted during the “Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas” briefing held at the Bicol Medical Center in Naga City. This success is indicative of the region’s robust health initiatives and effective implementation of TB treatment protocols. 

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”.

Rizal Medical Centre (RizalMed) Dermatology Department has provided responsive, affordable, and comprehensive healthcare services since its establishment in 2017. Particularly noteworthy is its dedicated Psoriasis Centre, which has earned recognition as an advanced comprehensive dermatology center by the Philippine Department of Health.

Learn how OK sa DepEd addresses malnutrition, providing health services to teachers and learners, aligning with the Universal Health Care Act. iscover the transformative collaboration between the Department of Education (DepEd) and the Department of Health (DOH) with the launch of ‘Oplan Kalusugan’ (OK) and ‘Healthy Learning Institutions’ (HLIs) at Quirino High School

Evaluating the raw vegan diet’s health benefits and concerns based on current research and expert insights. Read more

Have you ever wondered why certain ethnic groups tend to be taller or shorter than others? The connection between height and ethnicity is a fascinating topic, with genetics playing a pivotal role. In this comprehensive analysis, we will explore the factors influencing height and how they differ across various ethnic populations.

Singapore is embarking on a major initiative aimed at fostering healthier eating habits from an early age. In a push to reshape the dietary landscape, a new set of guidelines has been unveiled, intended to ensure that school meals are not only nutritious but also appropriately portioned.