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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. The enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health is one of the fundamental rights of every human being without distinction of race, religion, political belief, economic or social condition.
One of the most crucial and fundamental pillars of life is our health and physique. Our bodies are the ones who do the labor of art to attain each aim that we have, just as we pay priority to our every mission to survive. Maintaining one’s health is crucial. Every day, our bodies are fighting a losing battle against the various dangers they are exposed to, without us even realizing it unless it's too much to handle by our organs. Our physical body reacts through pains and other symptoms, which indicates that we are not well.
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The Department of Science and Technology – Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI), the government's research arm for food and nutrition research as well as science and technology services, will conduct the "Nationwide Nutrition Survey (NNS)" in 2022, using the 20 areas covered in 2019 to provide empirical data on the nutritional and health status of Filipinos during the pandemic and compare it to pre-pandemic data in 2019.
In Region XII, the province of South Cotabato is included in the randomly selected 20 areas in the country. Hence, last April 5, 2022, the DOST-FNRI conducted an online pre-survey coordination meeting via zoom teleconference with the National Nutrition Council Staff, District/ City Nutrition Program Coordinators (D/CNPCs), Municipal Nutrition Action Officers (MNAOs), and local nutrition staff. The overview of the NNS was presented and discussed throughout the meeting as well as the process flow of the data collection in the new normal, schedule of the data collection and survey needs, and coordination of the protocols and/or requirements in the conduct of NNS at the province.
Read more: Province of South Cotabato gears up for DOST-FNRI Nationwide Nutrition Survey
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5 APRIL 2022---The National Nutrition Council XII headed by RNPC Retsebeth Laquihon with NO II Danah Pearl Aurel re-orients members of Community Radio Council of Nutriskwela Radio Station-Radyo Kasaganaan in Maitum, Sarangani. The activity was attended by 20 participants from the different sectors and offices in LGU Maitum, held at the Municipal Mini Auditorium.
Read more: NNC XII Orients Radio Council of Radyo Kasaganaan
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Did you know that a certain type of diabetes could occur only during pregnancy? It is called Gestational Diabetes. According to Dr. Michael Dansinger, gestational diabetes is a condition in which your blood sugar levels become high during pregnancy. In the Philippines, it affects 14% of pregnant women in 2014.
There are two classes of gestational diabetes. Women with class A1 can manage it through diet and exercise. Those who have class A2 need to take insulin or other medications.
According to Dr. Michael Dansinger, women with gestational diabetes usually don’t have symptoms. Most find out that they have it during a routine screening. Common observations include being thirsty, hungrier and wants to eat; and urination more than usual.
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Still part of equipping the staff with the basic knowledge and skills for a better and more systematic work environment, the NNC SOCCSKSARGEN region had an orientation on 5S, filing and coding system last April 11, 2022, at NNC XII Conference Room, Koronadal City via zoom teleconference.
The activity was joined by Ms. Maybelle T. Aspeli, Administrative Officer III, Administrative Division of NNC-Central Office, who served as the resource speaker. Ms. Aspeli presented the importance of applying the 5S (Sort, Systematize, Sweep, Standardize, and Self-discipline) system in the workplace, which makes it a lot easier for the staff to do their job without wasting time and energy. Additionally, following the 5S system optimizes productivity and provides quality work.
Moreover, the filing and coding system for regional offices was also discussed. Ms. Aspeli highlighted some points based on the NNC Standard Operating Procedure for a more organized and systematic filing.
Implementing these systems will not only provide a more pleasant workplace but will also lead to an improved employee who can perform assigned tasks efficiently and effectively. (NOILaurito/NOIIIFlores/RNPCLaquihon)
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Tutok Kainan Dietary Supplementation Program is a nutrition specific-based program of the Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition (PPAN) that aims to prevent stunting in children ages 0 to 23 months by increasing the quality and quantity of food and nutrient intakes and utilization of related ECCD F1KD services among nutritionally at-risk pregnant women and children aged 6 to 23 months. This program is being implemented throughout the Philippines, with a specific number of beneficiaries in each region and provinces. South Cotabato province, which includes the cities of Koronadal and General Santos City with a total number of 911 child beneficiaries. General Santos City has the highest beneficiary distribution, accounting for 331 of 911 beneficiaries.
In connection with this, a food and non-food commodities from the National Nutrition Council's central office have been gradually distributed to provinces and cities in Region XII, and implementation of the program is expected to begin soon. The General Santos City Nutrition Office held a Turnover Ceremony last April 1, 2022, at Red Tree Events Production, Brgy. Dadiangas South for the Tutok Kainan Supplementation Program. Dr. Rochelle Jett Gajete-Oco, City Nutrition Action Officer-City Health Officer, Dr. Simonnete Manlangit, City Nutrition Program Coordinator Imelda Arce Silvero, RND, Jennelyn Abon-Calanao, RND DOH-NDDP, and Admin Support Riceilyn Galve organized the turnover ceremony. Flora May M. Madrona, RND, the Provincial Nutrition Focal Point for South Cotabato from the National Nutrition Council XII, also attended the ceremony.
Read more: Tutok Kainan DSP: Turnover Ceremony at General Santos City
