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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 Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo has declared the month of February of 2002 and the month of February every year as the “National Down Syndrome Consciousness Month” under Proclamation No. 157 she signed on February 18, 2002. The Down Syndrome Association of the Philippines takes the lead in the celebration. The Department of Health, Department of Education, the Department of Labor and Employment, the Department of Social Welfare and Development, other related agencies, and appropriate Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) are enjoined to extend their utmost support and cooperation in the commemoration of this special event.
Read more: NNC IX joins the observance of National Down Syndrome Consciousness Month
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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 are found naturally in small quantities in some foods such as beef, pork, butter, and milk, most trans fatty acids still come from hydrogenated foods.
Are they really that bad?
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The National Nutrition Council (NNC) Region IX joins the observance of Philippine Heart Month, which is being observed every February. The heart is an important organ of our body. It pumps oxygenated blood to the other parts of our body. Basically, we cannot live without it. Thus, it is very important to take care of our heart.
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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 nutrition programs of Piñan, Zamboanga del Norte. In attendance to the activity were Barangay Officials, BNC and BNS spearheaded by the newly elected Punong Barangay and MNAO.
Read more: Brgy. Poblacion, Margosatubig conducts 60-day Nutrition Feeding Program
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“Tutok Kainan”, a dietary supplementation program, is among the answers to the call of the First 1,000 Days Law. This program aims to help in the prevention of stunting among children ages 0-23 months old by improving the quality and quantity of food and nutrient intake of nutritionally at-risk pregnant women and children 6-23 months old. In 182 cities and municipalities all over the country which are initial beneficiaries of the program, 48 of which will come from the region of Zamboanga Peninsula.
Read more: LGU-Dapitan City… a recipient of Tutok Kainan Program
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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, and professional organizations to reach out to more people with no access to dental services.
