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Baguio City – Regional Nutrition Committee-Cordillera Administrative Region (RNC-CAR) geared up for 2021 during the 1st Joint RNC and Regional Technical Assistants on Nutrition (RTAN) virtual meeting held March 23, 2021. The body firmed up policies and plans of actions amid the COVID pandemic in 2021.
The body firmed up a policy to address issues on the calibration of weighing scales; They are calling on the provinces to procure test weights and identify a calibration focal person from the provincial health office to be trained by DOST. The schools are also enjoined to make verification/validation of weighing scales be part of their school improvement plans.
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Baguio City – National Nutrition Council-Cordillera Administrative Region (NNC-CAR) FB Fan Page bagged three awards during the virtual conduct of the 2020 4th Quarter Q Webby Awards and Annual Webby Awards 2020 Awarding Ceremony by the National Nutrition Council on March 17, 2021.
NNC-CAR was adjudged 2nd Runner-up for the Highest Number of Likes for achieving the 3rd greatest number of “New Likes” for the 4th quarter of 2020. It also garnered 2nd Runner-up for the Most Visible Social Media Page for having the 3rd greatest number of people talking about the Regional Facebook page. Moreover, NNC-CAR was also awarded 2nd Runner-up for the Highest Social Media Engagement for recording the 3rd greatest number of engaged users for the quarter.
Read more: NNC-CAR Fan Page bags three certificates during the Webby Awards
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By virtue of Presidential Proclamation No. 1188 on December 11, 2016, Goiter Awareness Week is observed every fourth week of January.
Goiter is a condition that refers to the abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland. It is the most common effect and manifestation of iodine deficiency. It may also be caused by factors which interfere with the utilization of iodine by the thyroid gland. Early symptoms of goiter would include fatigue, low body temperature, dry skin, shortness of breath and depression.
Consequences of Iodine Deficiency
The effects of iodine deficiency, which could lead to a spectrum of diseases have been termed Iodine Deficiency Disorders (IDD), which include goiter, hypothyroidism, mental deficiency, physical deformities, cretinism and reproductive failures among susceptible individuals, families and communities.
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With the growing reliance on the use of technology due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Nutrition Council-CAR conducted an online Digital Orientation for Nutrition Workers on February 23, 2021 via Zoom Conference, where a total of 45 participants composed of District/City Nutrition Program Coordinators, Provincial/City/Municipal Nutrition Action Officers, and other representatives from the LGUs in CAR participated.
In support to the LGUs, the NNC-CAR has provided ICT gadgets/supplies such as internet modems, powerbanks, external drives and OTGs that will be used in support to the conduct of nutrition program planning, monitoring and other mobilization activities when face-to-face activities are limited.
Read more: NNC-CAR Conducts Digital Orientation for Nutrition Workers
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As much as the elderly want to enjoy a relaxed and stress-free life in retirement, old age has a way of making it difficult for them to achieve that. Other than just weakening of bones and muscles, aging also brings along a myriad of other health concerns which prevents them from making the most of their golden years. So much for an easy retirement, it becomes increasingly difficult and expensive to stay healthy at this stage.
While that may be the case in general, the good news is that some measures can still be taken. Even though these means cannot prevent the advancement of age, it can, at the very least, slow down its effects and help in the prevention of serious health issues. Moreover, these activities are not strenuous and can be done by pretty much everyone.
So, without much further ado, here they are:
- Go for a healthy diet- With how many food options that we have these days, it’s so easy to just choose the ones that taste good or are easily accessible despite being not so health-friendly. But remember, eating healthy is so much more crucial at this point in our lives. This is very important because with the right kind of food, not only can you maintain strong bones and muscles, it can also keep your mind sharp and boost your immune system. If you still want to do the things you love, this is a must.
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The National Nutrition Council CAR conducted virtual MUAC Tool Orientation held via zoom conference and broadcasted live in the Cordillera Nutri-Abung Facebook Group- a private group for Nutrition Movers in the Cordillera Region. A total of 264 Nutrition Action Officers, City/ District Nutrition Program Coordinators, Barangay Nutrition Scholars and other allied health and nutrition workers in the region attended.
With the continuous provision of essential health services during pandemic as mentioned in the DOH Department Circular No. 2020-0167, the conduct of Operation Timbang Plus, nutrition screening and growth monitoring and promotion activities must continue. However, in highly at risk COVID-19 areas where weight and length/weight measurement are not advisable, Department Memorandum 2020-037 and NNC Memo 10, s. 2020 suggest the use of Mid-Upper Arm Circumference (MUAC).
