The high prevalence of malnutrition is a significant problem that the country still faces. Micronutrient deficiencies, which is the primary cause of malnutrition, are known to cause intergenerational consequences especially to young children. Factors such as maternal nutrition and access to healthcare before, during, and after pregnancy critically affect the growth and development of their children. Moreover, the first years of their infants are crucial in creating strong health foundations. Hence, this program aims to provide supplementation and nutrition programs for pregnant mothers, infants, and children to reduce the prevalence of micronutrient deficiencies below public health significance.
Empowered healthy and well-nourished Filipino families
DOH and partners to align their strategic actions and exert collective and unified efforts to create a supportive environment for a sustainable and improved nutrition development
- Administrative Order No. 2010-0010(Revised Policy on Micronutrient Supplementation to Support Achievement of 2015 MDG Targets to Reduce Under-Five and Maternal Deaths and Address Micronutrient Needs of Other Population Groups)
- Department Memorandum No. 2020-0237
- Republic Act No. 11148
- Republic Act No. 11037
To reduce prevalence of micronutrient deficiencies (Vitamin A, Iron and Iodine) below public health significance
PhilHealth Benefit Package
- Maternity Care Benefit Package (MCP)
- Primary Care Benefit Package
Trainings
- Orientation on the Updated MOP on Micronutrient Supplementation
Implementation Support Materials
- Job Aids for Health Workers on Micronutrient Supplementation
List of Local Advocacy Partners
National/Government
- Philippine Information Agency
- Presidential Communications Operations Office
Local/Youth/CSOs, NGOs
- PHILCAN
- Scaling UP Nutrition Movement
International Partners
- WHO
- UNICEF
- KOICA
- Vitamin Angels
- Nutrition International