image 182image 182 (2) Smoking Cessation Program Tobacco use has been widely recognized as one of the commonly shared behavioral risk factors that lead to the 4 major non-communicable diseases (NCDs) which are cardiovascular diseases, cancer, chronic respiratory diseases and diabetes mellitus. It is one of the most serious avoidable risk factors for premature death and chronic illness from tobacco-related diseases that needs to be addressed. Read More Tuberculosis Control Program The National TB Control Program (NTP) aims to reduce mortality and incidence from tuberculosis in the country, reduce catastrophic costs and provide patient-responsive health services. The program facilitates the development of policies and standards for TB elimination in the country and the equitable distribution of TB drugs, laboratory supplies, technical assistance and material support to local government units. Read More Unang Yakap Many initiatives, globally and locally, help save lives of pregnant women and children. Essential Newborn Care (ENC) is one. Read More Urban Health System Development (UHSD) Program In developing countries, the rapid rate of urbanization has outpaced the ability of governments to build essential infrastructure for health and social services. Read More Violence and Injury Prevention Program Violence and Injury Prevention Program (VIPP) has a main objective of reducing morbidity and mortality due to violence and injuries. It has five key areas of concern such as (1) Road Traffic Injuries, (2) Drowning, (3) Burns, (4) Falls and (5) Poisoning. Read More Water Safety Program Unsafe and contaminated drinking water is the primary cause of high incidence of waterborne diseases, specifically cholera, diarrhea, and typhoid. Read More Women and Children Protection Program The Women and Children Protection Program (WCPP) provides technical and management support to ensure that Women and Children Protection Units (WCPUs) are established and operational as mandated under Section 40 of Republic Act 9262. Read More ◄ 1 ... 7 8