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What is G6PD Deficiency?
Did you know that 1 out of 60 newborns have been diagnosed with G6PD Deficiency in the Philippines as of 2020? G6PD Deficiency is a genetic disorder that causes a deficiency of the G6PD enzyme that helps replenish substances that protect our red blood cells from oxidative damage. The lack of this enzyme makes our…
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Congenital Hypothyroidism: How to Save Your Child from Mental Retardation
Congenital hypothyroidism is a partial or complete loss of function of the thyroid gland (hypothyroidism) that affects infants from birth (congenital). Congenital hypothyroidism may lead to irreversible mental retardation when left untreated during the first year of a child’s life. It can be prevented with early diagnosis through the Expanded Newborn Screening and timely treatment…
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Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH): Nutrition Tips for Children with CAH
As of 2020, 1 in every 20,550 children are screened with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) through the Expanded Newborn Screening (ENBS). Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a spectrum of disorders due to a deficiency or complete lack of one of the enzymes in the cortisol synthesis pathway leading to the deficiency of the hormone cortisol and…
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Maple Syrup Urine Disease: Nutrition Tips for Children with Maple Syrup Urine Disease
As of December 2020, 1 in 61,244 newborns in the Philippines are diagnosed with Maple Syrup Urine Disease (MSUD) through the Expanded Newborn Screening. Maple Syrup Urine Disease is an inborn error in metabolism due to the deficiency of the enzyme that processes branched chain amino acids (BCAA’s). Branched chain amino acids are breakdown products…
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Nutritional Needs of the Filipino Elderly
During this pandemic, elderly individuals have the highest risk of COVID-19 infection due to old age, comorbidities and impaired immune system. Thus, it is important for us to support their needs to maintain health and improve their protection against COVID-19. Last October 1-7, we celebrated the Elderly Filipino Week with the theme: “Mahalaga sina Lolo…
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5 Food Safety Practices You Should Remember
As of 2014, Acute Watery Diarrhea ranks top 7 in the top 10 leading causes of morbidity in the Philippines. It is one of the Food and Water-Borne diseases. Other related diseases include Acute Bloody Diarrhea, Acute Viral Hepatitis, Cholera, Rotavirus and Typhoid Fever. These diseases can be prevented through food safety practices and awareness.…
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#BeLeukemiaAware: Early Diagnosis Saves Lives
“#BeLeukemiaAware: Early Diagnosis Saves Lives” is an advocacy tagline by the Acute Leukemia Advocates Network (ALAN) which aims to raise awareness about the early signs and symptoms of leukemia, and encourage public support for cancer research. Last September, we celebrated the “World Leukemia Awareness Month” and the “Blood Cancer Awareness Month” to raise awareness on…
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Nutritional Management for Thyroid Cancer Treatment
Thyroid cancer is a malignant tumor of the thyroid gland which is located around your throat area. It is more common in women aged 30 – 50 years old. The people who are at risk of having this condition are those with history of childhood exposure to high energy radiation to the head and neck…
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Vegetables and Fruits with Cancer Protective Properties
Good nutrition has always been a part of cancer prevention and supportive therapy for those who are experiencing cancer or are recovering from recent treatment. Here are vegetables and fruits with cancer protective properties that you can try to eat more or add into your diet:1. Red• Red colored fruits and vegetables contain lycopene which…
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D/CNPC XI Federation Officers and D/C/MNPCs Convenes for 2nd Virtual Meeting for CY 2021
September 29, 2021- The D/CNPC XI Federation Officers and D/C/MNPCs of the Davao Region gathered virtually for a meeting last September 29, 2021. The 2nd regional virtual meeting was successfully facilitated by the National Nutrition Council XI staff and Regional Program Coordinator Dr. Maria Teresa L. Ungson. The meeting agenda included the updates on the…
