Seek medical advice first before trying diet plans

Written by Philippine News Agency

As various types of fad diets and fitness programs become a trend, a health expert on Thursday reminded the public on Thursday to consult a doctor first before trying these diets.

In an interview...

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Understanding persons with mental health issues

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An official of the Department of Health (DOH) urged the public to understand the condition of persons with mental health issues.

"Huwag po natin huhusgahan ang mga may mental health issues. Isipin...

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Mental health crisis hotline launched

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The National Center for Mental Health (NCMH) on Thursday launched a 24/7 phone services for Filipinos needing mental health crisis intervention and counseling services.

"The hotline aims to reach...

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Drinking sugary beverages linked to early death

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Sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) were linked to risks of premature death, particularly from cardiovascular diseases, according to a Harvard study published on Monday in the journal Circulation.

In...

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Dengue cases in Romblon rise despite El Niño

Written by Paul Jaysent Fos | Romblon News

May nakikitang pagtaas ng kaso ng dengue sa probinsya ng Romblon ngayong unang tatlong buwan ng 2019 kahit na nakakaranas ang probinsya ng El Niño phephenomenon, ayon sa Department of...

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Public urged to properly store water to prevent dengue

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The Department of Health (DOH) has urged the public to observe best practices in water storage to prevent breeding of dengue-carrying mosquitoes amid the water supply shortage.

"Mukhang lolobo ang...

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Decreasing trend in measles cases in Romblon seen

Written by Paul Jaysent Fos | Romblon News

Iniulat ng Department of Health - Romblon (DOH-Romblon) na bumaba na ang bilang ng mga nadadagdag na pasyente na may mga suspected measles nitong huling mga araw ng Marso.

Ayon kay Ralph Falculan...

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DOH to vaccinate Kinder to Grade 6 pupils before April 5

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Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Francisco Duque III said Friday they target to vaccinate all Kinder to Grade 6 students against measles before classes end on April 5.

In a television...

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