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Rabies is a deadly viral disease that affects the brain and the nervous system of not only animals, but also humans. It is a zoonotic tropical disease most commonly transmitted through the bites and scratches of infected animals, with 99% of human rabies cases coming from dogs. Once clinical symptoms appear and the virus infects the central nervous system, rabies is fatal in 100% of cases. Even though it is fatal, it is also 100% preventable through proper observation and timely vaccination.

The Philippines continues to face challenges in eliminating rabies. In 2024, the Department of Health (DOH) recorded 426 deaths due to rabies. Furthermore, a total of 1750 Filipinos have died due to rabies from 2020 to 2024. From January to September of 2025 alone, rabies cases reached 260. Although the number is lower than the previous year, it remains alarming since these deaths could have been prevented through simple awareness, immediate medical consultation, and responsible pet vaccination.

Under Executive Order No. 84, March is declared 𝐑𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 in the Philippines. This month highlights the importance of responsible pet ownership, including regular vaccinations of pets. It also emphasizes the importance of awareness when at risk for rabies and the immediate seeking of medical consultation.

Let every month, not only March, serve as a reminder that while rabies is almost always fatal, it is easily preventable.

Tuberculosis (TB) is a preventable and curable disease; however, it remains as one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide, threatening public health. Statistically, the Philippines accounted for 6.8 percent of the 10.7 million TB cases globally in 2024, earning its rank as third among the eight highest TB-burden countries.

On March 24, we celebrate the annual 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐓𝐁 𝐃𝐚𝐲 to raise awareness on the health and economic concerns of the communicable disease. With the theme, “𝒀𝒆𝒔! 𝑾𝒆 𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝒆𝒏𝒅 𝑻𝑩!,” we invite every individual to join our call on putting a stop to the spread of TB.

This is not just a battle to prevent disease, but also a fight to prolong life and promote health.

𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 is observed every February pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 559 (s. 2004), highlighting the importance of maintaining good oral health as an essential part of overall well-being. This annual observance aims to raise awareness on the prevention and control of oral diseases and to promote accessible and equitable oral health care for all Filipinos.

Oral diseases such as dental caries (tooth decay), gum disease, and oral infections remain among the most common health concerns affecting both children and adults in the Philippines. Poor oral health can cause pain, discomfort, difficulty in eating and speaking, and may even contribute to more serious systemic conditions when left untreated. Despite being largely preventable, many cases persist due to limited awareness, unhealthy dietary habits, to***co use, and inadequate oral hygiene practices.

The good news is that most oral health problems can be prevented through simple yet consistent habits — brushing teeth at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, flossing daily, limiting sugary food and drinks, avoiding to***co, and visiting the dentist regularly for check-ups and early treatment.

This month serves as a reminder that oral health is a vital part of public health. As advocates of health promotion and disease prevention, let us empower our communities with the knowledge and practices needed to achieve healthier smiles.

A healthy mouth reflects a healthy body — let’s work together to build brighter smiles for a healthier nation.

The second week of February is observed as 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐱𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, as declared under Presidential Proclamation No. 731 (s. 1996). This observance highlights one of the most underreported yet deeply concerning forms of abuse affecting children in the Philippines.

Today, child sexual abuse and exploitation rampantly occur in 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬, alongside children’s increasingly unsupervised access to the internet. Reports from organizations such as UNICEF point to the prevalence of online grooming, manipulation, and coercion, where children are pressured into exploitative situations. Despite this, many cases remain unreported. Children may not know where or how to seek help, or may fear speaking up. Some may not yet even recognize that what they are experiencing is abuse.

This Awareness Week reminds us of the importance of empowering children through education, especially by teaching them about body autonomy, consent, and digital safety. At the same time, adults and communities must model appropriate boundaries and responsible behavior, creating environments where children feel safe to speak up. By strengthening the youth with the knowledge to recognize warning signs and patterns of child sexual abuse and exploitation, we help ensure their protection both online and offline.

Protecting children requires vigilance. Be attentive to their environments, online activities, and behavioral changes. Their protection starts with us. 🩵

In the Philippines, more than 150,000 new cancer cases are detected each year, landing itself the second leading cause of death in the country.

Cancer is not just a personal battle, it is a public health concern shaped by access to healthcare, environmental conditions, lifestyle choices, and early detection. 🏥

This 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡, Sibol-PH calls for strengthened awareness, proactive screening, and collective responsibility in building a future where prevention and treatment is accessible to all. 🎗️

More than wearing a ribbon, cancer awareness is advocating for informed choices and inclusive healthcare that protect life. 🌱🤍

𝙇𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙖𝙞𝙧… and something 𝓼𝔀𝓮𝓮𝓽 is waiting at the CPH Student Lounge! 🌽💛

Join us for 𝟱 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 this Valentine’s week because you deserve a little extra treat!

Come share the love, one warm cup of sweet corn at a time. See you there! 🫶✨

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, also known as 𝐀𝐈𝐃𝐒, is a chronic condition caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). HIV damages and weakens the cells of your immune system which makes it difficult to fight off other infections. When HIV has damaged your immune system enough, the disease progresses to AIDS, which is the final and most serious stage of an HIV infection.

The Philippines is currently experiencing the fastest-growing HIV epidemic in Asia. According to WHO, the number of HIV cases in the Philippines went up by 550% from 4,400 in 2010 to 29,600 in 2024 with around 252,800 Filipinos estimated to be living with HIV in 2025. Every day, at least 57 people are diagnosed with the disease. Despite the growing pandemic, prevention efforts are severely underfunded constituting only 6% or 211 million pesos of the total 3.6 billion peso HIV spending in 2023. This gap has only worsened due to the recent US funding pause which threatens vital prevention programs and community-led responses.

There is currently no cure for HIV, therefore prevention is most prioritized. If you are not yet infected, there are many ways of prevention. It is important to observe proper condom use during in*******se to prevent infection. You may also use Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) if you are at high risk of HIV infection. If you are sexually active, it is also important to get yourself tested regularly to constantly monitor your health. Non-profit organizations, such as LoveYourself Philippines, offer free HIV testing, counseling and treatment. Community clinics also offer free HIV testing and can provide PrEP if necessary.

November’s 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 calls on Filipinos to reflect on how the nation’s pursuit of progress and development can come at the expense of the very environment that sustains us. 🌎💭 Across the country, the signs of imbalance are no longer mere threats: they are happening, and Filipinos are suffering from it. From the flooded cities, sinking coastlines and communities swallowed by landslides, we are reminded that nature fights back. ⚠️

Facing these issues today, 𝘛𝘢𝘨-𝘚𝘐𝘉𝘖𝘓 aims to shed light on some of the human actions and systems that contribute to worsen our environmental conditions, and to inspire collective action towards balance, sustainability, and care for our home. 🏡🍃

🌼 𝙏𝙖𝙜-𝙎𝙞𝙗𝙤𝙡 𝙞𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙁𝙪𝙡𝙡 𝘽𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙢! 🌼

SIBOL-PH’s 𝐓𝐚𝐠-𝐒𝐈𝐁𝐎𝐋 is back to spark awareness and action on the issues that matter — from health and society to the environment. We invite you to take part in our awareness campaign as we explore meaningful topics on health, society, and the environment. Together, let’s cultivate knowledge 🌾, nurture action 💪, and blossom into a better community. 🌼

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We are 𝙍𝙀𝘼𝘿𝙔 𝙏𝙊 𝘽𝙇𝙊𝙊𝙈! 🌻

Sibol-PH 🦋 warmly welcomes the members of our growing SIBOL-PHamily. 🎉 Together, let us strive 💪🏻 to 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 🌱 𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵.

As one, we are ready to 𝘶𝘯𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘩 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 ✨ and 𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘬𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘴 ⚡ toward sustainable development ♻️ from our college, to the nation. 🇵🇭

Kaya ang sigaw ng bayan: 𝙏𝙖𝙧𝙖 𝙣𝙖 𝙖𝙩 𝙨𝙪𝙢𝙞𝙗𝙤𝙡 𝙠𝙖𝙨𝙖𝙢𝙖 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙄𝘽𝙊𝙇! 🌷

🏁 𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗟𝗘𝗧𝗘! 🏁

From start to finish, 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐢𝐛𝐨𝐥 𝐊𝐚𝐫𝐭: 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐩 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 took us on an unforgettable ride filled with energy, laughter, and new connections. 🏎️💨

Like true racers, we geared and leveled up to discover how teamwork, collaboration, and shared purpose can be the real 𝘱𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳-𝘶𝘱𝘴 in strengthening public health! ⭐️

With this momentum, Sibol-PH is ready to take on more tracks ahead and race toward a healthier tomorrow. 🌱🤍

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