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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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Medical Device
Intelligent Sensors and Monitoring System for Low-cost Phototherapy Light for Jaundice Treatment
A prototype of a low-cost phototherapy light system (LPLS) was deployed by the Ateneo Innovation Center (AIC) at a public hospital in Metro Manila, Philippines.
By Paul M. Cabacungan, Carlos M. Oppus, Dr. Jeremie E. De Guzman, Dr. Gregory L. Tangonan, Ivan B. Culaba, Nerissa G. Cabacungan
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Neuro-developmental Disorders
The Gut Microbiota and Autism Spectrum Disorders
This study reviews the bidirectional interactions between the central nervous system and the gastrointestinal tract (brain-gut axis) and the role of the gut microbiota in the central nervous system (CNS) and ASD.
By Angel Belle Dy
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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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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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