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Neuro-developmental Disorders
Co-Occurrence of Autism Spectrum Disorder and Achondroplasia
The content of this report reviews the common delays and difficulties seen in children with achondroplasia and those with autism spectrum disorder and describes the presence of both in the child presented in this case.
By Angel Belle Dy, Lourdes Sumpaico-Tanchanco
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Neuro-developmental Disorders
Metformin as targeted treatment in fragile X syndrome
This study suggests that metformin may also be a targeted treatment for improving behavior and language in children and adults with FXS.
By Angel Belle Dy
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Environmental Health
Toxic Truths Unveiled: ACRI and EcoWaste Coalition’s seminar on Day-to-Day Chemical Hazards
Together with EcoWaste Coalition, the ASMPH Center for Research and Innovation (ACRI) organized a seminar on the health risks of hazardous chemical wastes last 5 December 2023 (Tuesday) at the Multi-Purpose Hall (MPH), ASMPH. Facilitated by Mr. Manny Calonzo, an environmental advocate from EcoWaste Coalition, the activity was attended by at least 60 participants from various community-based organizations in Cavite, Tondo, Malabon, and Caloocan.
By Bea Evaristo, Sary Valenzuela
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Neuro-developmental Disorders
MIND Plug-in: Development of an Electronic Medical Record based data collection tool for research in autism and neurodevelopmental disorders
This paper describes the efforts to support capacity building efforts for conducting research in autism in the Philippines.
By Angel Belle Dy
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Medical Education
Identifying the Learning Needs of Primary Care Physicians in Remote Rural Communities Using an Ethnographic Approach
The Philippines currently has a fragmented primary care system with weak preventive and promotive aspects.
By Sophia C. Caranay-Narag
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Neuro-developmental Disorders
Autism Symptoms in Fragile X Syndrome
Based on the evidence presented in this review, individuals with FXS and comorbid ASD have more severe behavioral problems than individuals with FXS alone.
By Angel Belle Dy
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Health Systems
Resilient and People-Centred Health Systems: Progress, Challenges and Future Directions in Asia
Despite varying nature of Asian countries and their health systems, this new comparative country study, published by APO, highlights future opportunities and threats that they all have in common.
By Elvira SN Dayrit
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Call for Workshop Applicants: Utilizing mathematical modelling to aid governance in Universal Healthcare in the Philippines
The Ateneo School of Medicine & Public Health and Public Health England invite you to an online workshop entitled “Using mathematical modelling to aid governance in Universal Health Care in the Philippines.” Applications to participate in this workshop are now open until May 1, 2021. Early-career researchers and professionals are eligible to apply.
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Environmental Health
ACRI bags honors at 2023 Healthy Pilipinas Awards
Pasay City, Philippines – 27 October 2023 – The ASMPH Center for Research and Innovation (ACRI) proudly announces its remarkable achievements at the 2023 Healthy Pilipinas Awards for Partners, hosted by the Philippines Department of Health (DOH) - Healthy Promotion Bureau (HPB) in collaboration with the Galing Pook Foundation. The awarding ceremony took place on October 27, 2023, at the PICC Reception Hall in Pasay City, with the aim of recognizing exceptional contributions by government and non-government institutions toward the promotion of healthier people, environments, and systems. ACRI's outstanding projects, aimed at advancing environmental health research and translating knowledge into actionable evidence for policy-making and action planning, have been honored in two key categories: Gold Award: Maging MaTAALino – Protecting the Health of People and Environment Against Arsenic in Drinking Water Sources in Batangas Province
By Bea Evaristo, Sary Valenzuela
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Health Systems
A Post-marketing surveillance study of a combined diphtheria, tetanus, whole-cell pertussis, and hepatitis B vaccine in the Philippines
As part of a vaccination program which included about 30,000 children, 1,036 children were actively followed up to assess the reactogenicity of a combined DTPw-HB vaccine.
By Elvira SN Dayrit