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12/09/2026

5-4-3-2-1 😮‍💨😌

Temperatures might be cooling off, but that fall schedule – and your stress – is heating up. Have you heard of the 5-4-3-2-1 technique? It’s a grounding exercise that can help manage stress and calm anxiety. Here’s how it works.

04/09/2026

CDO Health advisory‼️

CHO MIHATAG PAHIMANGNO BATOK HAZE

ANG City Health Office (CHO) nagpahinumdom sa publiko nga mag-amping ug mohimo sa gikinahanglang mga lakang aron mapanalipdan ang kaugalingon batok sa epekto sa haze ug dili maayong kalidad sa hangin.

•Likayi ang dugay nga pagpabilin sa gawas, ilabi na kung makita ang haze, ug limitahi ang paggawas panahon sa udto hangtod hapon.

•Kinahanglan mas mag-amping ang mga vulnerable nga grupo, ilabi na ang mga bata, tigulang, mabdos, ug adunay asthma, allergies, o mga sakit sa kasingkasing ug respiratory system.

•Pagsul-ob og hustong mask, mas maayo kung N95, kung mogawas sa mga lugar nga baga o klarong makita ang haze.

•Sirad-i ang mga bintana ug pultahan kung dili maayo ang kalidad sa hangin aron malikayan ang pagsulod sa mga partikulo sa haze sulod sa balay.

•Paggamit og electric fan o air purifier, kung adunay, aron makatabang sa sirkulasyon ug pagpaayo sa kalidad sa hangin sulod sa balay.

•Pag-inom og igo nga tubig ug pagkaon og masustansiyang pagkaon aron mapalig-on ang panglawas ug respiratory system.

•Pabiling updated sa opisyal nga mga pahibalo gikan sa Cagayan de Oro City Health Office, DENR-EMB, ug uban pang hingtungdan nga ahensya sa gobyerno. (MDS/CIO/Infog by: Alrey Escueta/CIO)

03/09/2026

No N95? No problem! 😷

DOH: WALANG N95 MASK? ALAMIN ANG MGA ALTERNATIBONG PARAAN PARA MAPROTEKTAHAN PA RIN ANG SARILI LABAN SA HAZE

Kapag may haze, mahalagang bawasan ang paglanghap ng usok at maliliit na particle na maaaring makairita sa mata at respiratory system.

Kung walang N95 mask at kailangang lumabas, gumamit ng basang panyo/damit o kaya naman ay gawin ang double-mask method bilang alternatibong paraan ng proteksyon.

Gayunpaman, mas mainam pa rin ang N95 mask para sa proteksyon laban sa maliliit na particle sa hangin. Kung maaari, manatili muna sa loob ng bahay at iwasang lumabas habang makapal ang haze.

02/09/2026

Mask up and limit prolonged outdoor activities 😷

𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘 | 𝐎𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐳𝐞 𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐨

The Department of Health – Center for Health Development Northern Mindanao (DOH CHD-NM) advises the public to take precautionary measures as haze is currently being monitored in parts of Northern Mindanao.

According to the latest air quality update from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources – Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB) Northern Mindanao, the observed haze is associated with transboundary smoke from forest and land fires in Kalimantan, Indonesia, which may be carried into the Philippines by the southwest monsoon (habagat).

Based on the latest monitoring, the Cagayan de Oro City and Tagoloan stations recorded air quality ranging from Fair to Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, while the Iligan City station recorded elevated air quality levels.

The public is encouraged to limit prolonged outdoor activities when haze levels are elevated, stay hydrated, and use appropriate protective measures when going outdoors. Individuals who experience difficulty breathing, persistent coughing, eye irritation, or other concerning symptoms should seek appropriate medical attention.

DOH CHD-NM reminds the public, especially public utility drivers, delivery riders, street vendors, field workers, and other individuals who spend extended periods outdoors, to follow recommended health precautions during haze episodes.

Stay informed, follow official health and air quality advisories, and always make your health and safety a priority.

01/09/2026

Secondhand smoke is no joke!
Quit now or seek help on how 🚭🚫🚬

DOH: SA SECONDHAND SMOKE, DAMAY ANG LAHAT SA LASON

Ang usok ng sigarilyo, walang pinipiling biktima. Kahit hindi ka naninigarilyo, maaari ka pa ring malagay sa panganib dahil sa secondhand smoke.

Sa bahay, sa sasakyan, o sa iba pang lugar, bawat buga ng usok ay maaaring makaapekto sa kalusugan ng mga taong nasa paligid mo, lalo na ang mga bata.

Panatilihing smoke-free ang ating tahanan at komunidad. Tumawag sa Quitline 1558 para sa tulong sa pagquit.

01/09/2026

These statistics are more than just numbers, they represent real people, real lives, and real consequences.

They remind us that taking our maintenance medications consistently, making healthier lifestyle choices, and keeping regular check-ups with our doctors are not optional, they are essential. Many chronic diseases progress silently, often without symptoms until complications arise.

Don’t wait for a warning sign before taking your health seriously. Prevention, early detection, and consistent care remain some of the most powerful tools we have to protect our health and improve our quality of life.

📈 Top Health Concerns Among Filipinos in 2026

The Philippine Statistics Authority reports the top causes of death in the country for January to February 2026 (Provisional as of 30 June 2026).

Leading the list were:

❤️ Ischaemic heart diseases
🌬️ Pneumonia
🧠 Cerebrovascular diseases
🔬 Neoplasms
🩸 Diabetes mellitus

While the numbers reflect ongoing health challenges, they also remind us to take small steps toward better lifestyle choices, regular check-ups, and stronger support for community health.

Stay informed. Stay healthy. 💙

Read more here:
https://psa.gov.ph/content/2026-causes-death-philippines-provisional-30-june-2026

25/08/2026

Rest is a must ‼️