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Researched by: Kathlyn Claire D. Cabahug

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URL: https://www.facebook.com/davaocitygov/posts/pfbid0YMX1a36Ce8ZmgF2F6ZvyUV3MiXzGkigPgMypx4M3WvHfBCQHfGTkRWQKsre64q9ul?rdid=uZlngABDglWnduBx#

TITLE: The Davao City Health Office bagged numerous awards during the recently concluded Regional Nutrition Awarding Ceremony by the National Nutrition Council Region XI

AUTHOR: City Government of Davao

DATE PUBLISHED: November 7, 2024

KEY INFORMATION: The Davao City Health Office (CHO) has received awards from the National Nutrition Council (NNC) for promoting good nutrition and implementing effective nutrition programs. The awards are a part of the NNC's effort to inspire LGUs to take action against malnutrition in their communities and enhance their nutritional habits.

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Researched by: Kathlyn Claire D. Cabahug

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URL: https://www.sunstar.com.ph/davao/davao-citys-stunting-rate-at-494-classified-as-low-by-who?fbclid=IwY2xjawH53kNleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHUpbxuE7S5a7fDBvUxu9g7dgexisme-qg9gQLZ_U2WkBvdXs_uVmRnxkSA_aem_GOTUQQ07bCj1Awl_RKCxKQ

TITLE: Davao City's stunting rate at 4.94%, classified as low by WHO

AUTHOR: Rojean Grace G. Patumbon

DATE PUBLISHED: November 8, 2024

KEY INFORMATION: In Davao City, many children face malnutrition: 7,188 are stunted (2,118 severely), while 3,779 are underweight (851 severely malnourished). The City Health Office (CHO) is partnering with local agencies to tackle these issues by encouraging barangays and schools to set up vegetable gardens and nutrition committees. They also urge parents to provide nutritious meals and promote breastfeeding to help reduce stunting.

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Davao City’s stunting rate at 4.94%, classified as low by WHO

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Davao City has reported a stunting rate of 4.94 percent, lower than the WHO cutoff. However, health officials remain concerned and are implementing measures to address malnutrition and promote healthy child development.

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Researched by: Kathlyn Claire D. Cabahug

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URL: https://www.brigadanews.ph/marcos-commands-doh-to-fight-malnutrition/

TITLE: Marcos commands DOH to fight malnutrition

AUTHOR: Max Torres Anaten

DATE PUBLISHED: December 4, 2024

KEY INFORMATION: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has directed the Department of Health (DOH) to promote healthier food options to combat malnutrition and stunting, focusing on areas like Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, and BARMM in Mindanao. The country is grappling with a triple burden of malnutrition: undernutrition, overnutrition, and micronutrient deficiency, particularly affecting children under five and pregnant women. Issues include deficiencies in Vitamin A, Iron, and lodine, as well as rising rates of obesity among both children and adults.

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URL: https://philippines.un.org/en/252631-doh-un-sign-agreement-address-malnutrition-philippiness

TITLE: DOH, UN sign agreement to address malnutrition in the Philippiness

AUTHOR: Mario Villamor, and Marge Francia

DATE PUBLISHED: November 13, 2023

KEY INFORMATION: This agreement employs a multi-sectoral approach to implement nutrition-specific and nutrition-sensitive interventions across 235 local government units in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, as well as 40 municipalities in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region. The project aims to enhance the utilization of these interventions and improve practices that reduce stunting, particularly in areas with high poverty and malnutrition. It will provide healthcare equipment, basic care, and nutrition supplies, develop localized information systems, build capacity for healthcare workers, strengthen health and nutrition, and governance for local leaders.

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DOH, UN sign agreement to address malnutrition in the Philippiness

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13 November 2023 The Department of Health (DOH), along with United Nations (UN) agency partners, UNICEF and the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), and World Bank inked a memorandum of understanding formalizing the partnership in addressing malnutrition in the Philippines.

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URL: https://www.facebook.com/MinDAgovphOfficial/videos/790158123280387/?rdid=7uOdekvrACfccfEt#

TITLE: The Mindanao Development Forum 2024 co-organized by the Mindanao Development Authority

AUTHOR: Mindanao Development Authority

DATE PUBLISHED: July 23, 2024

KEY INFORMATION: This forum serves as a vital platform for dialogue, collaboration, and innovation to harness the collective wisdom and expertise of various sectors to drive sustainable socio-economic development in Mindanao.

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WATCH LIVE: The Mindanao Development Forum 2024 co-organized by the  Mindanao Development Authority and the Office of the Special Assistant to the...

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TITLE: Nutrition crisis in the Philippines hinders children's performance in schools

AUTHOR: Al Jazeera English

DATE PUBLISHED: May 11, 2017

KEY INFORMATION: An estimated seven million children across the Philippines suffer from serious malnutrition. This problem is largely driven by inadequate access to nutritious food, lack of nutrition education, as well as poor health and sanitation services.

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Philippines: Nutrition crisis hinders children's performance in schools

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URL: https://manilastandard.net/?p=314471455

TITLE: National Nutrition Month unites Filipinos to promote food security

AUTHOR: Patricia Taculao -Deligero

DATE PUBLISHED: July 15, 2024

KEY INFORMATION: The focus on the Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition (PPAN) underscores the ongoing struggle for food security and a balanced diet for all Filipinos.

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National Nutrition Month unites Filipinos to promote food security - Manila Standard

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Good nutrition has emerged as a pivotal pillar of nation-building in the Philippines. The health and potential of a nation are intricately tied to the

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URL: https://www.facebook.com/DOHdavao/videos/382752968162760/?rdid=4kEz0vidOw49Q2n5#

TITLE: Empowering local leaders towards improved nutrition. AUTHOR: Philippine multisectoral nutrition project (PMNP) Mayors Forum - Davao City

AUTHOR: Philippine multisectoral nutrition project (PMNP) Mayors Forum - Davao City

DATE PUBLISHED: July 26,2024

KEY INFORMATION: Nationwide Mayors Forum they bring together Local Chief Executives among PMNP project municipalities in Mindanao to strengthen nutrition policies, optimize resources, and enhance interventions towards Universal Healthcare. Together, building a healthier future for our community.

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URL: https://www.sunstar.com.ph/davao/cwc-dswd-malnutrition-rate-in-davao-occidental-alarming

TITLE: CWC, DSWD: Malnutrition Rate in Davao Occidental Alarming

AUTHOR: SunStar Davao

DATE PUBLISHED: November 4, 2023

KEY INFORMATION: The malnutrition rate in Davao Occidental is flagged as "alarming" by the Council for the Welfare of Children (CWC) and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). Contributing factors include poverty, lack of education about proper nutrition, and inadequate access to health services. The report emphasizes the need for collaborative efforts to address these issues, including better implementation of feeding programs and education campaigns.

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DAVAO Occidental remains to have a high malnutrition rate for children, a Council for the Welfare of Children-Department of Social Welfare and Development (CWC-DSWD) official said.

CWC-DSWD-Davao Regional Coordinator Renee Boy Binondo said in a radio interview on Friday morning, November 3, that they have been keeping an eye on Davao Occidental for its high children's malnutrition rate. Based on the Regional Situation Analysis for Children under the National Nutrition Council (NNC) Davao Occidental has the highest rate of malnutrition in the Davao Region.

Although other provinces have cases of malnutrition, stunted growth, wasting, obesity, and overweight, it is not as alarming as in Davao Occidental.

"Amoa siyang ginatutukan pero sa ubang probinsya dunay malnutrition gihapon na cases, kaning operation timbang, stunted, wasted, obese, and kaning overweight, pero dili na gyud siya ing-ana ka alarming kay sustainable, gapadayon gihapon atoang mga programa (We are keeping an eye but on the other provinces there are cases of malnutrition through our operation timbang, there are stunted, wasted, obese, and overweight but it is not that alarming because it is sustainable, we are continuing our programs)," Binondo said.

During the launching of the Philippine Plan for Action on Nutrition (PPAN) last September 13, 2023 at the SMX Convention Center it was revealed that Davao Occidental had the greatest percentage of children who were stunted or seriously stunted, at 14.4 percent, according to the aggregated statistics of the NNC. Davao de Oro with 6.5 percent, Davao Oriental with 8.9 percent, Davao del Sur with 4.8 percent, and Davao del Norte with 3.9 percent were the next provinces with the highest percentages during the same period.

Davao Occidental continues to lead with 7.6 percent of underweight and seriously underweight children, followed by Davao Oriental with 4.1 percent, Davao de Oro with 2.7 percent, Davao del Sur with 2.5 percent, and Davao del Norte with 2.4 percent.

With 5.3 percent, Davao Occidental continues to have the highest rate of wasting, followed by Davao Oriental with 2.3 percent, Davao de Oro with 0.8 percent, Davao del Norte with 0.7 percent, and Davao del Sur with 0.7 percent.

The department is already conducting pilot projects in the province on behalf of the supplemental feeding program of DSWD and PPAN.

The supplemental feeding program of DSWD aims to strengthen breastfeeding for children ages zero to two, while for three to four-year-old children, there are several community-based or center-based feeding programs of the government to cater to their nutritional needs.

Also, DSWD, the Council for the Welfare for Children, and the National Youth Commission are celebrating November as National Children's Month. This has been the 31st celebration through Republic Act 10661 otherwise known as the National Children's Month Act of 2014. This act is an adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child by the United Nations (UN) General Assembly on November 20, 1989,

This year's theme 'Healthy, Nourished, Sheltered: Ensuring the Right to Life for All' aims to highlight the health, nutrition, and quality of life in the Philippines. RGP

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CWC-DSWD: Malnutrition rate in Davao Occidental alarming

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The malnutrition rate in Davao Occidental, Philippines, has been deemed alarming by the Council for the Welfare of Children-Department of Social Welfare and Development (CWC-DSWD). The region has the highest rate of malnutrition among children in the Davao Region, surpassing other provinces.

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TITLE: GIVING FOOD PACKS TO OUR NIEGHBORS IN THIS TIME OF CRISIS

AUTHOR: GRACY’s VLOG

DATE PUBLISHED: April 26, 2020

KEY INFORMATION: A Filipino vlogger, with the support of a generous donation from a sponsor, is giving back to their community by distributing food packs to neighbors in need during this crisis. This initiative aims to provide essential aid to those facing financial hardship, helping alleviate hunger and support those most affected by the ongoing challenges.

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URL: https://www.statista.com/statistics/1121833/malnutrition-cases-davao-region-by-province-philippines/

TITLE: Malnutrition Cases in Davao Region by Province

AUTHOR: Christy Balita

DATE PUBLISHED: October 10, 2024

KEY INFORMATION: This statistical report outlines the prevalence of malnutrition across various provinces in the Davao Region, providing data on cases and trends. Description: The content presents statistical data about malnutrition cases in the Davao Region, specifically by province. This is directly related to the research topic as it provides clear evidence of the scope and distribution of malnutrition in Davao, allowing for a deeper understanding of the issue and its local impacts. The data can be used to analyze trends and potentially assess the effectiveness of intervention programs in Davao.

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Philippines: deaths from malnutrition in Davao region by location | Statista

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In 2021, Davao city had the highest number of deaths by malnutrition in the Philippines’ Davao region, accounting for 68 out of 272 total deaths across the region.

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URL: https://bangsamoro.gov.ph/news/latest-news/barmm-targets-to-reduce-regions-malnutrition-by-10-in-2028/?fbclid=IwY2xjawH7PVFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHdzl2bFn-jQ_jDG0jzS79y7DS_J01P2BFfami4cCxRzonG3AL4pI5XfhHQ_aem_g8odfNigOcQV_G5eCzPyWQ

TITLE: BARMM targets to reduce region’s malnutrition by 10% in 2028

AUTHOR: Bangsamoro Information Office

DATE PUBLISHED: November 5, 2024

KEY INFORMATION: he Bangsamoro Government is aiming to reduce malnutrition rate in the region by 10% over the next four years with the launch of the first Regional Plan of Action for Nutrition (RPAN) 2023-2028 in the country on Oct. 28, 2024. The Ministry of Health’s (MOH) RPAN is a strategic response to the 2019 World Bank Study on Child Nutrition in the region, which highlighted high rates of stunting and wasting among children under five due to food insecurity, poverty, inadequate healthcare, and frequent exposure to both natural and man-made calamities.

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URL: https://www.ateneo.edu/news/2024/07/15/magpakain-training-paving-way-zero-hunger-mindanao

TITLE: Magpakain Training: Paving the way for Zero Hunger in Mindanao

AUTHOR: Ma Claricia E Enriquez

DATE PUBLISHED: July 15, 2024

KEY INFORMATION: Gawad Kalinga-Ateneo (GKA), in partnership with Gawad Kalinga Institute (GKI) facilitated a 2-day Magpakain Training. The two-day training session was packed with activities designed to deepen the participants’ understanding of the spirit and science of implementing large-scale feeding. Sessions included a mix of inputs from GK-Ateneo, hands-on activities, icebreakers and discussions which allowed participants to reflect on the unique situation of hunger in the area and share insights and design effective solutions and strategies to eradicate hunger. Magpakain is a crucial component of the 5M Approach to Zero Hunger which aims to create ecosystems where hunger will find it difficult to survive. The other five components of 5M are Magtulungan (Partnerships for Zero Hunger), Magpakalusog (Health and Nutrition Education), Magtanim (Community Food Farming) and Magconnect (Online platforms for Zero Hunger).

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URL: https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/cbb/content/333086/philippine-documentary-on-child-malnutrition-wins-2013-asia-pacific-child-rights-award/story/

TITLE: Malnutrition in Mindanao

AUTHOR: GMA News and Public Affairs

DATE PUBLISHED: October 29, 2013

KEY INFORMATION: The documentary highlights the severe malnutrition crisis in Mindanao, caused by poverty, conflict, and limited access to healthcare. It also shows local efforts to address the issue through feeding programs and aid. DESCRIPTION: This documentary explores the causes and effects of malnutrition in Mindanao, including its impact on children. It provides insight into the challenges faced by communities and efforts to improve nutrition, making it relevant to the Davao context.

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'Reel Time: Bone Dry', a documentary made by GMA Network highlighting child malnutrition in Philippines, where two in ten children are undernourished, has won the 2013 Asia-Pacific Child Rights Award for broadcasting.

Filmed in the Tondo district of Manila, one of the most poverty-stricken areas in the country, the documentary tells the story of Mary Rose, a girl from a very poor family living in a slum. Although Mary is 10, her height and weight are comparable to that of a 5-year old child. She lives with her five siblings, who have all been diagnosed as severely malnourished.

Mary's mother Vina earns less than a half a US dollar a day, and has to single-handedly provide for her six children. "When we are not able to get any food, we just sleep to get through the hunger," Vina said. "My kids understand. They'll eat next day. They are used to it, not eating at night. Rice, noodles without any meats, soups are the things we can afford to eat."

Mary said: "When I go to school, sometimes I get dizzy. I fall asleep on my chair in classroom because I haven't eaten. I don't get to eat because my mom doesn't have any money." Despite this, Mary has never stopped pursuing her two greatest dreams in life - to finish her studies and to find out what chicken tastes like.

'Reel Time: Bone Dry' was praised by the jurors for addressing the issue of hunger very successfully. There is strong footage documenting seriously impoverished families who cannot afford to eat. It is hard hitting and difficult to watch but it is something that everyone should see.

According to the winning producing team: "Filming the family's daily routine was heart-breaking for all of us. It was never easy to document how Mary Rose and her younger siblings eat only once a day and yet the mother, already calloused from the daily hardships that they face, seemed unworried about the situation. After showing the documentary, many viewers were touched by Mary Rose's story. Now an American couple is sponsoring Mary Rose and her family."

Leonie Ki, Chairman of Advocacy and Public Relations at UNICEF Hong Kong said: "Apart from the Philippines, child malnutrition still exists in many countries in East Asia and the Pacific, a region that has seen great economic progress in recent decades. Despite these improvements, there are still more than 85 million children under the age of five who are chronically malnourished or stunted across the region. These children are more likely to drop out of school, to have lower productivity as adults, and to suffer from chronic diseases in adulthood. But, we can surly make a change for the children by taking immediate action and making collective efforts with a sense of urgency."

CASBAA, the association for media and broadcast in Asia, is also involved in the Award. CEO Christopher Slaughter said: "CASBAA congratulates GMA Network for their winning entry, 'Reel Time: Bone Dry'. We commend GMA Network for producing this program, which highlights the problems of child malnutrition in the Philippines, using television to spread the message."

Dr Javad Mottaghi, Secretary General of the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union, said that the winning documentary showed the power that a simple documentary style could bring to even the smallest story. "The subject, Mary Rose, has almost nothing: no money, little food, a bare education and realistically a bleak future, yet this documentary for a short time elevates her to represent all the millions of children who live mostly on hope," he said. "This short film is an example to all of us in the industry of how our program-making tools can be properly used with simplicity, skill and compassion."
Other finalists can be viewed here.
The Asia-Pacific Child Rights Award, created by ABU, CASBAA and UNICEF in 2001, is given annually to the best television programme produced in the Asia-Pacific region with a focus on children's rights. The Award will be presented on 24 October in Hong Kong during the CASBAA Convention.

For more information about the Award, this year's finalists, and a Q&A with the winner, please visit: http://www.childrightsaward.org

Press release and photo from ChildRightsAward.org

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Philippine Documentary on Child Malnutrition wins 2013 Asia-Pacific Child Rights Award

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'Reel Time: Bone Dry', a documentary made by GMA Network highlighting child malnutrition in Philippines, where two in ten children are undernourished, has won the 2013 Asia-Pacific Child Rights Award for broadcasting.

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URL: https://www.facebook.com/NNCXI/videos/nutrition-teen-movers-a-webinar-empowering-youth-in-promoting-nutrition/1144105439837302/?mibextid=jkuDSW&rdid=eRBWaPC2QhcpssxT

TITLE: Nutrition Teen Movers: A Webinar Empowering Youth in Promoting Nutrition

AUTHOR: National Nutrition Council Region XI

DATE PUBLISHED: August 30, 2022

KEY INFORMATION: This webinar focuses on empowering the youth in Davao to promote nutrition within their communities. It addresses the role of young individuals in combating malnutrition and emphasizes community involvement. DESCRIPTION: The webinar provides insights into the challenges of malnutrition in Davao and highlights the importance of youth participation in nutritional advocacy. It serves as a platform for sharing strategies and experiences related to improving nutritional outcomes in the region.

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URL: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/319284786_078_ADDRESSING_SEVERE_ACUTE_MALNUTRITION_THE_EXPERIENCE_OF_DAVAO_CITY_PHILIPPINES

TITLE: Addressing Severe Acute Malnutrition: The Experience of Davao City, Philippines

AUTHOR: Jorge Villafuerte

DATE PUBLISHED: August 2015

KEY INFORMATION: This research paper examines the implementation of the Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition (IMAM) initiative in Davao City. It focuses on addressing severe acute malnutrition through community-based interventions and highlights lessons learned from the initiative.