Health Education
SLEEP DISORDER AWARENESS AND EDUCATION ACT
The Sleep Disorder Awareness and Education Act mandates the Department of Health (DOH) to create programs for sleep disorder awareness, including public education and professional training.
PHILIPPINE MENINGITIS DAY
This bill declares October 5 of every year as Philippine Meningitis Day to raise awareness about meningitis and promote prevention and treatment.
NATIONAL INTEGRATED PSORIASIS PREVENTION AND TREATMENT PROGRAM ACT
The National Integrated Psoriasis Prevention and Treatment Program Act aims to establish a comprehensive program for the prevention and treatment of psoriasis in the Philippines, addressing the public health challenges associated with this condition.
ANTI-OBESITY ACT
The Anti-Obesity Act aims to control and prevent obesity in the Philippines by establishing a National Anti-Obesity Prevention and Control Program, promoting healthier lifestyles, and regulating unhealthy food marketing.
STRENGTHENING THE NATIONAL PROGRAM FOR THE ELIMINATION OF TUBERCULOSIS
This bill aims to strengthen the national program for the elimination of tuberculosis (TB) in the Philippines by amending the Comprehensive Tuberculosis Elimination Plan Act. It includes provisions for making TB a notifiable disease, expanding health insurance coverage for TB patients, and enhancing educational programs about TB.
AMENDING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 10767 ( COMPREHENSIVE TUBERCULOSIS ELIMINATION PLAN ACT)
This bill aims to strengthen the national program for tuberculosis elimination by amending the Comprehensive Tuberculosis Elimination Plan Act. It includes provisions for enhanced healthcare services, education, and support for patients, as well as penalties for discrimination related to tuberculosis.
MASUSTANSYANG PAGKAIN AT INUMIN SA PAARALAN ACT
The Masustansyang Pagkain at Inumin sa Paaralan Act aims to prohibit the advertising and sale of sugar-sweetened beverages, junk food, and other unhealthy food products in elementary and secondary schools, promoting healthier food environments for children.
MAGNA CARTA OF BARANGAY HEALTH WORKERS
The bill aims to establish a Magna Carta for Barangay Health Workers (BHWs), ensuring their rights, benefits, and professional development, while recognizing their essential role in the healthcare system.