Health & Well-Being

44% of young Filipinos fear for their future — education among top worries

Double trouble: PH battles rising childhood overweight rates alongside stunting

The Philippines faces a growing challenge of overweight children alongside its longstanding battle against childhood stunting, according to a recent survey. This “double burden” of malnutrition raises concerns about the overall health and well-being of Filipino children.

PH faces crisis as 4,400 vacant guidance counselor roles imperil anti-bullying efforts

The Department of Education (DepEd) is struggling to fill more than 4,400 guidance counselor vacancies across the country, putting anti-bullying initiatives at risk, according to recent government data.