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Heat Health Forum 2025: Strengthening Our Response to a Warming Philippines
Join the Heat Health Forum on May 15, 2025 at ASMPH Chang Te Hall, Ateneo de Manila University — a timely event bringing together health and climate experts, government agencies, and future professionals to address the rising health risks of extreme heat in the Philippines. Through expert discussions and collaborative breakout sessions, the forum aims to shape a unified national response and develop actionable strategies for protecting vulnerable populations. 📅 Date: May 15, 2025 📍 Venue: Chung Te Hall, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health, Ortigas Avenue, Pasig City 💻 Access: Zoom 🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/3RoQvNMPv5CcpKpG9 Be part of the conversation — and the solution.
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ASMPH, ACRI, and Maxicare ink groundbreaking data partnership to advance smarter healthcare
In a strategic move to push the boundaries of evidence-based medicine, the Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health (ASMPH), the Ateneo Center for Research and Innovation (ACRI), and Maxicare Healthcare Corporation have formally launched a research and data-sharing partnership designed to transform healthcare outcomes and strengthen medical education in the Philippines. Held at ASMPH last July 21, 2025, the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing brought together leaders from both the academic and healthcare sectors to seal a collaborative effort focused on leveraging data for research, policy development, and improved patient care.
By Patricia Burigsay
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Environmental Health
Making Clean Air a Right: The Launch of Breathe Metro Manila
This groundbreaking initiative, launched through a collaborative effort between Ateneo de Manila University's Business Insights Laboratory for Development (BUILD), the Ateneo Center for Research and Innovation (ACRI), the Manila Observatory, and technology partner Clarity, represents a new frontier in public health advocacy: making air quality visible, understandable, and actionable for every Filipino. The project made its public debut on August 6, 2025 at a media briefing and roundtable titled "The Urgent Case for Clean Air: Why Real-Time Data Could Save Lives." The event brought together leading scientists, health professionals, and innovators to address a sobering reality—air pollution has quietly become one of the Philippines' most pressing public health emergencies.
By Patricia Burigsay
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Environmental Health
ACRI and ICARS Lead Expert Meeting to Tackle Climate and AMR Challenges in LMICs
The Ateneo Center for Research and Innovation (ACRI) and the International Centre for Antimicrobial Resistance Solutions (ICARS) recently hosted a three-day expert meeting to define research priorities on climate change and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in low- and middle-income countries. With insights from Philippine agencies and international researchers in One Health, agriculture, and aquaculture, the event laid the groundwork for new research and funding that bridges climate resilience and AMR mitigation.
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Special Topics
Special Group Offer: 5+1 Free at the 2nd Asian Functional Medicine Conference.
Gather your colleagues and maximize your learning experience with our special group rate: register 5 participants and get 1 free! This offer makes it easier for teams and institutions to attend together, fostering collaboration while enjoying significant savings. Happening on April 4-5, 2025, at the Ateneo Rockwell Campus Auditorium, the 2nd Asian Functional Medicine Conference is the perfect opportunity to deepen your understanding of holistic healthcare. This two-day event will bring together leading experts, healthcare professionals, and wellness advocates to discuss how functional medicine is transforming healthcare in Asia. Expect expert-led sessions, engaging discussions, and valuable networking opportunities designed to inspire and inform. Whether you're a medical professional looking to integrate functional medicine into your practice or someone passionate about innovative healthcare approaches, this conference offers a wealth of knowledge. Plus, you get to earn 12 PRC Medicine & 13 PMA CPD points. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping the future of healthcare. Secure your place today! 🔗 Register now: go.ateneo.edu/ASMPH-FMConference
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Environmental Health
Policy Brief: Projecting Temperature-Related Dengue Burden in the Philippines Under Socioeconomic Pathway Scenarios
Dengue fever remains a major public health concern in the Philippines, with its transmission strongly influenced by temperature changes. The Environmental Health Flagship Team then conducted a study that explores the historical and projected dengue burden attributable to temperature variations under various Shared Socioeconomic Pathway (SSP) scenarios. The study highlights the need for robust policy measures to address this growing public health challenge, particularly in regions most affected by temperature-driven dengue transmission.
By Anna Beatrice Enriquez
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Special Topics
Unlocking Personalized Healing: The Role of Functional Medicine in Patient Care
In today’s evolving healthcare landscape, the demand for personalized and holistic approaches to well-being is growing. Functional medicine is leading this transformation, offering innovative strategies that target the root causes of illness rather than just managing symptoms. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a medical student, or simply someone interested in optimizing health, the 2nd Asian Functional Medicine Conference is an event you won’t want to miss. On April 4-5, 2025, at the Ateneo Rockwell Campus Auditorium in Makati City, esteemed experts in functional medicine will come together for an engaging discussion titled “Different Strokes for Different Folks.” This dynamic session will feature real-world applications of functional medicine, focusing on biotransformation support strategies that improve health outcomes.
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Detoxification Made Easy: Dr. Rolando Balburias’ Expert Approach at the 2nd Asian Functional Medicine Conference
Unlock the secrets of effective detoxification with Dr. Rolando Balburias at the 2nd ASMPH Functional Medicine Conference! His practical session "Detoxification Made Easy" cuts through the complexity to deliver a clear, systematic approach to supporting your body's natural cleansing processes. Learn to confidently guide patients through the entire detoxification journey with evidence-based tools and techniques that deliver real results. To know more about the other speakers, please visit: https://go.ateneo.edu/FMConference-program #ASMPH2025
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Mental Health
Molecular and Clinical Approaches in Autism Spectrum Disorder (Phase II)
The Molecular and Clinical Approaches in Autism Spectrum Disorder (Phase II) is a research initiative funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in the Philippines. The project aims to deepen understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by examining both clinical presentations and molecular characteristics among Filipino children, while also strengthening tools used for early identification.
By Patricia Burigsay
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Digital Health
Rethinking Screen Time for Filipino Children and Adolescents: Impacts on Development
Excessive screen media use among Filipino youth is a growing concern, with nearly all preschoolers exceeding WHO screen time recommendations. High parental screen habits and little regulation outside of school hours exacerbate excessive screen use, which is linked to developmental delays, poor sleep, and decreased social contact. This policy brief describes multi-sectoral approaches to encourage better digital behaviors and lower screen-related hazards from early infancy to adolescence, including public awareness campaigns, school-based initiatives, and tech industry engagement.
By Angel Belle Dy, MD, MBA