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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.