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Ways to protect your loved ones from COVID-19
As the number of people infected with COVID-19 continues to increase in the current pandemic, everyone’s action is vital in order to protect oneself and their loved ones from this virus. The actions of each person have roles to play in slowing, if not putting off, the spread of COVID-19. Even though there are companies…
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NNC IX joins the observance of National Rare Disease Week
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines rare diseases as “life-threatening or chronically debilitating diseases”. In the Philippines, a disease is considered rare if it affects not more than one in every 20,000 individuals. The last week of February was declared as the “National Rare Disease Week” in the Philippines on February 8, 2010, through the…
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NNC IX joins the observance of Leprosy Control Week
Leprosy, also known as Hansen’s disease has been around since ancient times. It is also referred to as “ketong” in Filipino and “sanla” or “kulian” in other parts of the Philippines. Leprosy is an infectious disease caused by a bacillus, Mycobacterium leprae. The disease mainly affects the skin, the peripheral nerves, mucosa of the upper…
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Coffee- is it good or bad?
Coffee is one of the world’s most popular beverages. In the Philippines alone in 2019, a total of 3.4 million 60 kg bags of coffee were consumed and the Philippines has been one of the leading consumption markets for soluble coffee, also known as instant coffee since 2011. Caffeine is the best-known ingredient of coffee…
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Zambo Sur assures BNSs’ security of tenure
The first in Region 9! The Province of Zamboanga del Sur, through the chair of the Nutrition Committee Provincial Governor Victor J. Yu and the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of the Province of Zamboanga del Sur enacted and approved Provincial Ordinance No. 040-2020 also called as “An Ordinance Strengthening Barangay Nutrition Program by Providing for a Barangay…
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NNC IX joins the observance of National Health Insurance Month
February is the country’s National Health Insurance Month in recognition of the significant role that insurance plays in every Filipino’s life. To improve health and reduce the financial burden on households, National Health Insurance Program (NHIP) was established to provide universal health insurance coverage and ensure affordable, acceptable, available, and accessible health care services for all…
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Trans fats 101: Are they really that BAD?
Trans fatty acids or trans fats are formed when manufacturers turn liquid oils into solid fats via a process called hydrogenation. It is a process by which vegetable oils are converted to solid fats simply by adding hydrogen atoms. With hydrogenation, the shelf life and flavor stability of foods increases. Although some trans fatty acids…
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NNC IX joins the observance of National Down Syndrome Consciousness Month
February is National Down Syndrome Consciousness Month. This month-long celebration aims to promote nationwide awareness of the Down Syndrome condition and to help educate the people about the great potential possessed by children diagnosed with this condition to help them enjoy full and decent lives with dignity and respect they deserve from everyone. President…
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How to take care of your oral health
Maintaining a good oral health is essential to maintaining good overall health. The National Dental Health Month (NDHM) is observed every February pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 559 signed by then President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo. The observance aims to strengthen public awareness on the importance of good oral health. It encourages dentists, students, government agencies,…
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Brgy. Poblacion, Margosatubig conducts 60-day Nutrition Feeding Program
Author: Hon. Emma C. Santiago Kagawad on Health and Nutrition In line with the health and nutrition program of Brgy. Poblacion, a cross-visit activity to a neighboring province was conceived as an opening step before implementation come into picture. The cross-visit focused on the outstanding…
