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Breaking the stigma: Why we need to talk about suicide

If you think that suicide is just a problem revolving around depressed teenagers, think again. According to a recent studyfrom … See more

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How bad is air pollution in the Philippines

WebAir pollution can be defined as the presence of harmful chemicals in the air we breathe — chemicals that can hamper one’s good health. Said chemicals are …

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Do smoking bans really work — and are they enough

WebWhile various strategies have been adopted over the years to help smokers quit — including the emergence of e-cigarettes, which many experts fear are spawning …

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Kaka-computer mo 'yan: Can gadget use really destroy your health

WebTime to take a breather? The prolonged use of smartphones negatively affects not just posture, but respiratory functions as well. This was what a team of South Korean …

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Waste away: UP scientists turn cacao husk into nutritious food

WebThere’s a new cacao byproduct that’s not as famous and celebrated as chocolate, but could possibly be more beneficial and useful as far as weight …

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Tuberculosis in the Philippines: a serious health issue requiring

Web•The Philippines is among eight countries that accounted for more than 66% of TB cases worldwide in 2021. •In 2022, the Department of Health (DOH) recorded …

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Activated charcoal: scientifically proven benefits, or

WebWhile the hype for it has somewhat diminished in recent times, we still find activated charcoal as an ingredient in many health and beauty products.Before you buy …

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What contraceptives are available for women in the Philippines

WebBirth control has been increasingly confronted in the Philippines by legislators, doctors, civil and religious groups in recent years. From being largely a …

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Facts about the Universal Health Coverage Bill in the Philippines

WebThere is also inadequate reporting of violations of licensing and accreditation requirements from health care facilities, “especially the ‘zero-out-of-pocket’ policy of the …

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STEM in the PH workforce: A critical, ever-growing need

WebWith these initiatives and the recent signing of the Balik Scientist program — which provides incentives for Filipino scientists working overseas to take advantage of …

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What you need to know about African swine fever in the …

WebAuthor: May Lara Bea Labayog Bea is an aspiring Food Technology student from UP Diliman. When not in the laboratory doing food analysis and processing, you …

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Yakult everyday, not-so-okay

WebProbiotic drinks (such as the ever-popular Yakult) are a staple in virtually any Filipino household. Often called “good bacteria,” probiotics are live bacteria consumed to …

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Systemic lupus erythematosus in the Philippines: it’s time to talk

WebAbout the author: Abigail L. Tan is a Deakin University alumna under the Graduate Diploma of Health Promotion degree. She is a health promotion practitioner …

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Contraceptive use and family planning in the Philippines: Has the …

WebIn December 2012, Republic Act No. 10354 on Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health was signed into law. Also known as the RH Law, it was a major …

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Hunger for better air:

WebThe current state of air quality in the Philippines and emission standards that have been implemented. Significant amount of jeepney units are still classified under Pre-Euro 2 …

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Dr. Ignaz Semmelweis: The heartbreaking story of the Father of

WebThese days, the importance of washing one’s hands is clear, well-defined, and repeatedly emphasized. For something that has become such a basic part of …

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The Philippines’ need for science-based vaping regulations

Web“Never mind the law. The law will come.” On November 19, 2019, President Rodrigo Duterte declared an immediate ban on the use and importation of e-cigarettes in the Philippines. …

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