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Posted on: 2025-07-05 Posted by: Nobody Comments: 0

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.

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Posted on: 2025-07-01 Posted by: Nobody Comments: 0

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.

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Posted on: 2025-06-20 Posted by: Nobody Comments: 0

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.

#TobbaccOffNOW
#YouthAgainstTobacco
#vaping
#smoking
#PhilipMorris
#Philippines

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