The Philippine Heart Association (PHA) is urging the public to pay close attention to leg pain. Recurring leg pain could be an early warning sign of limb ischemia (LI). LI […]
Category: Discussions
Highlights on forums, talks, conferences, and lectures on various topics and issues in the Philippines.
Israel and Philippines, Forge Partnership for a Food Secure Future
The “Israel Agritech Innovation for a Food Secure Tomorrow Business Forum” was convened in Makati City. The goal was to explore cutting-edge agricultural technologies. Participants also sought to promote food security and sustainable development in the Philippines.
KORO, A National Choir Competition to Champion OPM
NCCA launched KORO. The first national choir competition. This event aims to uplift OPM.
Filipino music continues to evolve and inspire. NCCA’s Linggo ng Musikang Pilipino remains a vital platform. It celebrates the country’s vibrant musical heritage. It brings together creators, performers, and audiences. They unite in a chorus of national pride.
A Thousand MegaWatts of Solar Power Rooftop in the Philippines
The Institute for Climate and Sustainable Cities (ICSC) has discovered that the Philippines has a potential solar rooftop capacity of 1,846.08MW, covering 174 cities and municipalities across the country. The findings were revealed through the Solar Power Estimation of Capacities and Tracking Using Machine Learning (SPECTRUM), a proprietary model and web platform developed by ICSC.
Philippines Tackles Cardio-Renal-Metabolic Crisis with Integrated Approach
A multi-sectoral roundtable discussion, spearheaded by the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI), the German Embassy Manila, and Boehringer Ingelheim Philippines, has shone a spotlight on the urgent need for integrated cardio-renal-metabolic (CRM) care in the Philippines. The patient perspective was powerfully voiced by Mr. Ralph Degollacion of the Healthy Philippines Alliance.
Global and Local Experts Unite to Combat Stroke in the Philippines
Stroke is a significant public health issue in the Philippines. It is the third leading cause of death and a major cause of long-term disability. From January to August 2024 alone, stroke caused 34,464 fatalities in the country. A critical meeting took place recently, bringing together global and local health leaders to tackle the growing stroke crisis in the Philippines. The Stroke CARE (Coalition for Acute Stroke Response and Excellence) Meeting aimed to elevate stroke care standards and build a “stroke-ready” Philippines.
A Rebellion Against Big Tobacco: “TobaccOFF NOW!” Launches Nationwide
The Philippines is witnessing a youth-led uprising against the tobacco industry. The “TobaccOFF NOW!” movement has launched which aims to curb the alarming rise in youth vaping and smoking. The campaign directly confronts the deceptive tactics of tobacco giants.
Internal Philip Morris documents reveal the cynical strategy: “Today’s teenager is tomorrow’s potential customer.” This predatory approach exploits loopholes in regulations, particularly in countries where vaping remains unbanned.
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Cracking Down on “Online Baby Selling”
The National Authority for Child Care (NACC) is making a stand against illegal adoption, specifically the growing trend of “online baby selling” on Facebook. With at least 12 groups facilitating […]