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Filipino psychiatrist debunks stigma: Obesity a health issue, not a character flaw
A member of the Diplomate of the Specialty Board of Philippine Psychiatry (DSBPP) has called for an end to the stigma surrounding obesity and urged greater support for people living with the condition ...
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‘Obesity can kill’: Controversial campaign by Ozempic drugmaker sparks backlash
Novo Nordisk’s campaign, which aims to speak ‘without filters’ by declaring obesity a disease, has been strongly criticized on social media: ‘It’s indecent’ ...
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Campaign launched to address rising obesity in PH
A recent study from the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI) shows that 4 out of 10 Filipino adults are now living ...
Junk Food Ban Call: CBSE, Parents Advocate for Healthier School Surroundings After AIIMS Report
AIIMS found private school students significantly more obese, while public school students were often underweight but more prone to metabolic syndrome. Prompted by this, CBSE ordered schools to ...