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16/11/2025

EDITORIAL COMMENTARY SA VIRAL NA POST: "LAHI RA GYUD ANG Y (WALAY) INJECT"

“SCIENCE OVER FEAR — PROTECTING NEWBORNS WITH TRUTH AND RESPONSIBLE HEALTH DECISIONS”

Sa panahong malakas ang impluwensya ng social media, personal testimonies, at viral “health advice,” gaya ng post kamakailan ng isang ina, si Gng. LZ Santiago,
👇🏻
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17chaFW7RB/

maraming magulang ang nahuhulog sa bitag ng maling akala at hindi napapatunayang impormasyon.

Lubos nating nauunawaan ang takot at trauma ng mga magulang—lalo na kung may hindi magandang karanasan sa naunang anak. Ngunit kung buhay at kalusugan ng isang bagong silang na sanggol ang nakataya, mas may bigat ang siyentipikong ebidensya kaysa personal na obserbasyon.

Ang mga rekomendadong Vitamin K injection, Hepatitis B vaccine, at BCG ay hindi ipinataw upang dagdagan ang sakit o pahirapan ang sanggol. Ang mga ito ay bahagi ng pandaigdigang standard of care na naglalayong magligtas, magpigil, at magbigay proteksiyon laban sa malubha at nakamamatay na komplikasyon na maaaring hindi agad nakikita sa unang tingin.

Ang isang sanggol ay maaaring magmukhang “healthy” sa unang oras, ngunit maraming kondisyon ang tahimik (silent) at lumalabas lamang pagkalipas ng ilang oras o araw, kaya’t preventive protection ang pinakamahalaga.

🩺 ANG HINDI NAKIKITA, MADALAS ANG PINAKAMAPANGANIB

Isa sa mga madalas hindi nauunawaan ay ang jaundice. Maraming newborn ang nagkakaroon nito, at hindi ito awtomatikong senyales ng pagkakamali o masamang naging epekto ng injection. May dalawang uri:

1️⃣ Physiologic Jaundice — karaniwan, nangyayari sa 24–72 hours matapos ipanganak dahil hindi pa ganap ang kakayahan ng atay sa pagproseso ng bilirubin. Kadalasan, nawawala nang kusa sa loob ng 1–2 linggo kapag may tamang monitoring.

2️⃣ Pathologic Jaundice — lumalabas sa unang 24 oras, may sobrang taas na bilirubin, o may kasamang sintomas tulad ng hirap huminga, seizures, o lethargy. Karaniwang kaugnay ng infection, immune reaction, metabolic disorder, o bleeding disorder.

Sa simpleng kaalaman pa lang na ito, malinaw:
hindi pwedeng basta iugnay ang paninilaw sa bakuna o Vitamin K, dahil iba ang mekanismo, iba ang sanhi, at iba ang target na komplikasyong pinipigilan.

⚠️💉💉💉
PANGUNAHING LAYUNIN NG 3 NEWBORN INJECTIONS:

KALIGTASAN, PROTEKSIYON, AT PAG-IWAS SA TRAGIC COMPLICATIONS**

1️⃣ VITAMIN K INJECTION

Bakit kailangan sa unang oras ng buhay?
Ang mga sanggol ay naturally mababa sa Vitamin K, at ang kanilang bituka, atay, at gut bacteria ay hindi pa fully functional upang makagawa ng sapat na Vitamin K na kailangan para sa normal clotting.

Ano ang pinipigilan?
✔ Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding (VKDB)
✔ Internal hemorrhage sa utak (intracranial bleeding)
✔ Gastrointestinal hemorrhage
✔ Seizures, coma, permanent disability, o sudden death

Bakit injectable?
Dahil mas epektibo, mabilis, at long-acting — ang oral preparations ay hindi nagbibigay ng parehong antas ng proteksiyon at hindi standard sa maraming bansa.

2️⃣ HEPATITIS B VACCINE (WITHIN 24 HOURS)

Bakit hindi pwedeng ipagpaliban?
Kung ang baby ay ma-expose sa Hepatitis B sa o bago ipanganak, mas mataas ang risk na maging chronic lifetime carrier — kung saan ang virus ay maninirahan sa atay habang buhay, na walang nakikitang sintomas sa simula.

Ano ang pinipigilan?
✔ Cirrhosis (pagkabulok ng atay)
✔ Liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma)
✔ Chronic Hepatitis B infection (lifelong)
✔ Silent household transmission

Critical window:
Must be given within 24 hours — dahil pagkatapos nito, bumababa ang preventive effectiveness.

3️⃣ BCG VACCINE

Ano ang saklaw ng proteksiyon?
Hindi ito para sa ordinaryong ubo o simpleng TB infection lamang — ang target nito ay ang pinakamalulubhang anyo:

✔ TB Meningitis (infection sa utak at spinal cord)
✔ Miliary TB (spread sa buong katawan)
✔ Severe disseminated TB in infants

Sa bansang gaya ng Pilipinas, kung saan mataas ang TB burden, ang BCG ay hindi optional convenience kundi essential public health protection.

🩺 ANG DAPAT NA PAMANTAYAN NG HEALTHWORKERS

Sa bawat desisyong medikal, tungkulin ng health professionals na:

• makinig nang may paggalang sa magulang,

• magpaliwanag nang malinaw at evidence-based,

• i-correct ang misinformation nang hindi nanliliit,

• gumamit ng trauma-informed communication, at

• magpatupad ng legal at ethical informed consent, kabilang ang waiver kung tumanggi ang magulang.

Kapag may pagtanggi, hindi sapat ang linyang:

> “Bahala ka” o “’Wag kang umiyak pagdating sa ER.”

⚠️ Dapat ay malinaw, documented, at may responsableng pag-unawa sa mga panganib ng pagtanggi.

🩺 HINDI LAHAT NG SUMUNOD, AY SIYA NANG NAGDAHILAN

Maaaring magkasabay lamang ang pangyayari, ngunit ang “nangyari pagkatapos” ay hindi katumbas ng “dahil doon nangyari.”

Ito ang core principle ng science at medical reasoning:

✨ Correlation is not causation. ✨

🩺 PANGWAKAS NA MENSAHE

Hindi natin kinukuwestiyon ang pagmamahal ng mga magulang.
Ang kinukuwestiyon natin ay ang pinanggagalingan ng desisyong medikal.

Kung takot ang basehan — maaari tayong magkamali.
Kung ebidensya ang sandigan — mas mataas ang tsansang magligtas ng buhay.

Ang pagmamahal ay emosyon.

Ang pagpili ng tama ay responsibilidad.

At ang siyensya — iyon ang sandatang pumipigil sa pagsisisi.

✨ Science saves lives.

🎖 Prevention is always wiser than regret.

09/11/2025

𝐂𝐃𝐑𝐑𝐌𝐎-𝐎𝐏𝐂𝐄𝐍 𝐖𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓:
𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐔𝐄𝐃 𝐀𝐓: 𝟎𝟓:𝟎𝟎 𝐀𝐌, 𝟎𝟗 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓
𝐕𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐃 𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐋: 𝟎𝟓:𝟎𝟎 𝐀𝐌 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰

𝐒𝐘𝐍𝐎𝐏𝐒𝐈𝐒:
At 3:00 AM today, the center of the eye of Typhoon "UWAN" {FUNG-WONG} was estimated based on all available data at 230 km East of Virac, Catanduanes (13.8ºN, 126.3ºE) with maximum sustained winds of 175 km/h near the center and gustiness of up to 215 km/h. It is moving West Northwestward at 35 km/h.

𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓:
Davao City will have cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms due to the Typhoon UWAN {FUNG-WONG}. Moderate to strong winds from northeast to northwest, with moderate to rough seas.

𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞: 𝘿𝙊𝙎𝙏-𝙋𝘼𝙂𝘼𝙎𝘼

#𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭
#𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲𝐃𝐑𝐑𝐌𝐎

09/11/2025

Within only six months, Gina Lopez shut down 20 environmentally destructive mining companies. Some of the owners were in positions of power, and this ultimately contributed to her rejection by the Commission on Appointments.

Lopez was a pioneer in protecting the Pasig River, launching the “Piso para sa Pasig” campaign. She also founded the first child protection hotline through the Bantay Bata 163 Foundation and remained a tireless advocate for the preservation of forests, nature, and environmental cleanliness.

Lopez was right, climate change is not caused solely by natural events like storms or typhoons; human actions are largely to blame for the environmental crises we face today.

09/11/2025

⚠️ WHEN THE WATER RISES, YOU WON’T HAVE TIME TO GOOGLE THIS 🌊
FLASH FLOOD SURVIVAL GUIDE: LESSONS PEOPLE ONLY LEARN AFTER IT’S TOO LATE

Every disaster starts the same way.

Ulan muna. Tahimik pagkatapos.

Hanggang marinig mo ang ingay ng rumaragasang tubig — sa kalsadang dati ay tahimik.

At kapag nagsimula na ang takot, huli na para maghanap ng sagot.

Kaya basahin mo ‘to ngayon — habang tahimik pa ang langit.

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1. YOUR CEILING IS NOT JUST A CEILING.

Hindi lang kisame ‘yan — isa ‘yang pangalawang pinto.

Kung wala kang access sa bubong, gumawa ka ngayon.

Markahan kung saan mo puwedeng butasin.

Pag umakyat na ang tubig, kailangan mong mas mabilis umakyat.

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2. A LADDER BEATS PANIC EVERY TIME.

Ang baha, hindi naghihintay ng umaga.

Maghanda ng tunay na hagdan, hindi upuan o mesa.

Sa oras ng baha, bawat segundo mas mahalaga kaysa lakas.

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3. TOOLS BECOME LIFELINES.

Magtabi ng martilyo, itak, o crowbar.

Hindi mo binabasag ang bahay mo — binubuksan mo ang daan para huminga.

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4. FREEZE TOMORROW’S WATER TODAY.

Punuin ang mga bote at ilagay sa freezer.

Panatilihing malamig ang pagkain pag nawalan ng kuryente, at pag natunaw, may inumin ka.

Ang matalino, naghahanda habang ang iba nag-i-scroll pa.

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5. FLOODS RISE FROM BELOW BEFORE THEY KNOCK ON YOUR DOOR.

Takpan ang mga drain at toilet ng basahan o plastic.

Hindi humihingi ng permiso ang maruming tubig para pumasok.

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6. ELECTRICITY AND WATER HAVE NEVER BEEN FRIENDS.

I-unplug lahat.

Itaas ang mga kable.

Patayin ang main breaker bago pa dumating ang baha.

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7. YOUR GAS TANK CAN TURN INTO A GR***DE.

Tanggalin at iselyo nang mahigpit. Itali nang tuwid.

Ang tagas ng gas ay tahimik pero nakamamatay.

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8. TRASH CAN FLOAT. USE IT.

Pagsamahin ang mga bote, galon, o styrofoam gamit ang tali.

Kaunting diskarte, mahabang oras ng buhay.

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9. PETS PANIC FIRST. SAVE THEM EARLY.

Gumawa ng floating crate o itali ang mga bote sa kwelyo nila.

Huwag silang iwan sa ibaba — hindi nila maiintindihan kung bakit hindi mo binuksan ang pinto.

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10. THE TOP SHELF IS YOUR LIFELINE.

Doon ilagay ang survival kit mo — flashlight, pito, lighter, tali, snacks, radyo.

Sa Taas mas ligtas.

Paghahanda ang kapayapaan.

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11. SLEEP LIKE THE STORM COULD VISIT TONIGHT.

Magsuot ng magaan, madaling matuyong damit.

Hindi mo kailangan ng porma at fashion show sa baha — kailangan mo makagalaw.

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12. PLASTIC BAGS ARE YOUR POOR MAN’S VAULT.

Iselyo ang cellphone, ID, at pera.

Isang tuyong phone lang, makakatawag na ng tulong.

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13. CARS LIE. THEY LOOK HEAVY BUT FLOAT LIKE TOYS.

Pag umabot ang tubig sa gulong, iwan na.

Ang kotse ay nagiging bitag pag mas matigas ang ulo kaysa utak.

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14. LIGHT SAVES LIVES LOUDER THAN SCREAMS.

Maghanda ng headlamp o kandila sa garapon.

Pag namatay ang kuryente, ilaw mo ang boses mo.

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15. FILL TUBS AND BUCKETS BEFORE THE SILENCE.

Hindi ‘yan para inumin — panghugas, pang-flush, pang-survive.

Pag huminto ang gripo, hahanapin mo sana kung bakit di ka naghanda.

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16. PAINT HOPE ON YOUR ROOF.

Maghanda ng maliwanag na tela, salamin, o flashlight.

Mas madali kang makita ng rescuer.

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17. ROPE IS YOUR INSURANCE.

Panghila, pang-angkla, panghawak sa isa’t isa.

Mas malakas ang sabay kaysa mag-isa.

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18. DO NOT WAIT FOR SIRENS.

Pag ang kalsada mo mukhang sapa, huli na.

Dalhin ang mahahalaga.

Umakyat agad.

Ang “flash” flood ay hindi nagbibigay ng oras.

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19. KNOW YOUR HIGH GROUND LIKE YOUR OWN STREET.

Alamin kung saan ang pinakamalapit na mataas na lugar — paaralan, building, o burol.

Walang GPS pag patay ang signal. Memorya mo ang magliligtas sa’yo.

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20. CHOOSE ONE RALLY POINT FOR YOUR FAMILY.

Magkasundo sa isang lugar na alam ng lahat.

Pag hiwa-hiwalay, ‘yan ang magbabalik-buhay sa plano.

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21. GARBAGE BAGS ARE SURVIVAL TOOLS.

Puwede silang gawing poncho, dry bag, o floater.

Hindi sa dami ng gamit, kundi sa talino ng paggamit.

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22. WHEN THE RAIN TURNS ANGRY, DO A HEADCOUNT.

Bilangin agad ang mga bata at alagang hayop — bago ang agos ang magdesisyon.

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23. IF THE ROOF BECOMES YOUR ISLAND, DO NOT WASTE YOUR BREATH.

Iwagayway, i-flash, o ipakita ang maliwanag.

Mas nakikita ng rescuer ang liwanag kaysa naririnig ang sigaw.

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24. CALM IS YOUR LAST CURRENCY. SPEND IT WISELY.

Ang takot, pumapatay ng isip.

Huminga. Mag-isip.

Kumilos.

Ang kalmado, siya ang nabubuhay para magkwento.

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🏠 HOME SAFETY

1. Patibayin ang mahihinang pader at pinto.

2. Gumawa ng daan papunta sa bubong.

3. Ilagay ang martilyo, tali, at hagdan sa madaling maabot.

4. Siguraduhing nabubuksan ang bintana mula sa loob.

5. Iisang lugar lang dapat ang emergency tools mo — madaling makita at abutin.

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📄 IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS

1. I-seal ang mga ID, birth cert, at land title sa plastic.

2. Maghanda ng maliit na bag para lang sa papeles.

3. I-scan o picturan para may digital copy.

4. Ilapit ang bag na ito sa survival kit mo.

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🔥 FOOD AND WATER

1. I-freeze ang mga bote para may malamig na pagkain at tubig.

2. Mag-imbak ng canned goods, biscuits, at noodles sa mataas na shelf.

3. Magtabi ng asin at asukal para sa mabilis na enerhiya.

4. Maghanda ng manual can opener.

5. Palitan ang mga supplies kada ilang buwan.

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🔋 POWER AND GADGETS

1. I-charge lahat ng powerbanks bago ang bagyo.

2. Magtabi ng flashlight at extra batteries sa bawat kwarto.

3. Maghanda ng radyo para sa balita pag walang signal.

4. I-save ang emergency numbers sa phone at sa papel.

5. I-seal ang gadgets sa plastic o waterproof case.

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🚗 CAR AND PARKING

1. Iparada ang sasakyan sa mataas na lugar bago umulan.

2. Iwasan ang tabi ng ilog o drainage.

3. Isang bag lang para sa susi at car documents.

4. Pag umabot na ang tubig sa gulong — iwan agad.

5. Huwag kailanman lumusong sa malakas na agos.

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🧳 PERSONAL AND EMERGENCY ITEMS

1. Maghanda ng damit, tuwalya, pito, lighter, at first aid kit.

2. Lahat sa waterproof bag.

3. Maglagay ng paracetamol at antiseptic.

4. Ilagay sa mataas na lugar.

5. Magtabi ng snacks at energy bars.

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📢 FOR WORKING FAMILY AND FRIENDS

1. Gumawa ng group chat para sa emergency updates.

2. Magkasundo sa meeting place kung mawalan ng contact.

3. I-share ang emergency numbers ng bawat isa.

4. Ipaalala ngayon, hindi bukas.

5. Sabihin kung saan ang high ground ninyo.

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🐾 OTHERS

1. Tulungan ang matatanda, bata, at kapitbahay na mabagal kumilos.

2. Iligtas agad ang alaga at mga hayop.

3. Magbahagi kung kaya. Ang tulong, dumodoble ang pag-asa.

4. Ipaalam sa rescue kung may nangangailangan ng tulong.

5. Maging kalmado — ikaw ang magiging sandigan ng iba.

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⚠️ ctto

08/11/2025

🇵🇭 TAGALOG

⚠️ BABALA: Si Uwan ay inaasahang papasok sa PAR ngayong Biyernes ng gabi o Sabado ng umaga at maaaring mag-landfall sa Linggo o Lunes.

Gawin NA ito ngayon habang maaga pa!
✅ I-charge ang cellphone, powerbank, at flashlight.
✅ Mag-imbak ng pagkain, tubig, at gamot na sapat para sa 3–5 araw.
✅ Ilagay sa waterproof bag ang mga mahahalagang dokumento.
✅ Kung nakatira malapit sa ilog, sapa, o mababang lugar — maghanda nang lumikas ngayon pa lang.
✅ Isama ang mga alagang hayop at itaas sa ligtas na lugar.
✅ Ilipat ang sasakyan sa mataas na lugar kung kaya.
✅ Patuloy na makinig sa mga update ng PAGASA at ng inyong LGU.

📍Pinakamataas ang panganib sa Northern at Central Luzon — lalo na sa Cagayan, Isabela, Aurora, at mga baybaying bayan na nakaharap sa Pacific.
⚠️ Kahit nasa mas timog ka, huwag magpakampante — maaaring magbago ang direksyon ni Uwan anumang oras.

👉 Panoorin para sa karagdagang impormasyon:
🔗 https://www.facebook.com/share/v/17HeEFF2YS/

🙏🏻💚🇵🇭 Mag-ingat, maghanda, at magtulungan. Ang buhay ay hindi naibabalik.

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💚 BISAYA (Cebuano)

⚠️ Pahimangno! Si Uwan mosulod sa PAR karong Biyernes sa gabii o Sabado sa buntag ug posibleng mo-landfall sa Domingo o Lunes.

Buhata kini KARON pa lang, ayaw pa hulata!
✅ I-charge inyong mga cellphone, powerbank ug flashlight.
✅ Mag-andam og pagkaon, tubig, ug tambal nga igo para sa 3–5 ka adlaw.
✅ Isulod sa waterproof nga bag ang mga importante nga dokumento.
✅ Kung nagpuyo mo duol sa suba, sapa, o mababaw nga dapit — pangandami na ang paglikas karon pa lang!
✅ Dad-a inyong mga binuhi ug ibalhin sa taas nga dapit.
✅ Ibutang ang inyong sakyanan sa luwas nga lugar.
✅ Bantayi ang mga update sa PAGASA ug inyong lokal nga pangagamhanan.

📍Pinakataas ang peligro sa Northern ug Central Luzon — ilabina sa Cagayan, Isabela, Aurora, ug mga baybaying lungsod nga atubang sa Pacific.
⚠️ Bisan pa kung naa ka sa habagatan, ayaw kumpiyansa — pwede pa mausab ang dalan ni Uwan.

👉 Tan-awa ang dugang impormasyon diri:
🔗 https://www.facebook.com/share/v/17HeEFF2YS/

🙏🏻💚🇵🇭 Magtinabangay ta ug mag-amping. Kinabuhi ang pinakaimportante.

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💛 ILOKANO

⚠️ PAMMANEKNEK: Si Uwan ket maysa nga bagyo nga sumrek iti PAR iti Biernes ti rabii wenno Sabado ti bigat, ken mabalin a tumakder iti daga inton Domingo wenno Lunes.

ARAMIDEN YO ITATTA NGA AGSAPA!
✅ I-charge dagiti cellphone, powerbank, ken flashlight yo.
✅ Agsagana iti taraon, danum, ken agas nga umdas iti 3–5 nga aldaw.
✅ Ipatongtong iti waterproof bag dagiti dokumento a napateg.
✅ No agnaed kayo iti asideg iti karayan, creek, wenno babaen a lugar — agsimulaen nga aglikas ita nga oras!
✅ Idatag dagiti ayup ken idalan dagiti lugan iti nalinteg a lugar.
✅ Dunggen dagiti update manipud PAGASA ken LGU yo.

📍Kaaduan ti peligro iti Northern ken Central Luzon — nangnangruna iti Cagayan, Isabela, Aurora, ken dagiti ili nga atubang iti Pacific.
⚠️ Uray adda kayo iti asideg a lugar, saan a mapnek — mabalin pay nga agbaliw ti dalan ni Uwan.

👉 Kitaen ti ad-adu a detalye ditoy:
🔗 https://www.facebook.com/share/v/17HeEFF2YS/

🙏🏻💚🇵🇭 Agsagana, agtulnog, ken agtitinulong tayo para iti salaknib ti biag.

25/10/2025

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18/10/2025

HAVE WE "BABIED" OUR KIDS TOO MUCH?

If your kid doesn’t make their bed, doesn’t wash their dishes, doesn’t do their laundry, and doesn’t keep their backpack organized—this isn’t “just a phase.”

It’s a sign that basic habits of responsibility haven’t been built.

Your child isn’t lazy. They’ve simply learned that someone else will always step in and do it for them.

Kids need to be raised to be useful. Too many teens today don’t do chores or take care of their own space because they were constantly excused, overprotected, or simply ignored. Now they expect everything to be done for them—without ever learning to step up.

You’re not just teaching them how to keep their room tidy.

You’re preparing them for life.

A real-life example

A mom once admitted that her 17-year-old son had never made his bed. She always justified it:

“Poor guy, he’s in school all day—he’s tired when he gets home.”

One weekend, he stayed home alone. The result? His bed turned into a “nest” for three days straight. He barely ate, didn’t shower, and left chaos all around him.

When she came back, all he said was:

“I didn’t know where to start.”

The problem wasn’t that he couldn’t do it.

The problem was that he never had to.

A quick check for parents today

Look at your child’s bed. If it’s not made—don’t yell.
Instead, ask yourself:

Am I raising my child for comfort—or for life?

What lessons am I skipping today that life will demand from them tomorrow?

Practical tips

♡ Start small. A daily habit of making the bed before leaving the house is a foundation.

♡ Don’t give rewards for basics. Teach them that taking care of their space is a form of self-respect.

♡ Stay consistent. If they resist, don’t back down—your consistency is the most powerful tool you have.

♡ And most importantly: Never do it for them again. Not even once.

A child who can’t make their bed today may not know how to put their life together tomorrow.

Every habit you don’t build becomes a weight they’ll carry later—sometimes one that can break them.

Raise kids who are ready for life—before life itself forces them to learn the hard way.

ctto

06/09/2025

THE MOST IMPORTANT 9 MINUTES OF EACH DAY FOR YOUR CHILD

Just nine minutes—divided into three small windows of three minutes each—can make a lasting difference in your child’s emotional security and overall well-being. These moments are the first three minutes when they wake up, the first three minutes when they return from school, and the last three minutes before they go to sleep. When parents become intentional in these times, they create an environment where children feel loved, safe, and valued.

⏱️THE FIRST 3 MINUTES WHEN THEY WAKE UP

The way children start their day has a big impact on their mood, behavior, and energy. Instead of rushing them out of bed, gentle wake-ups with snuggles, affirmations, and open-ended questions create a sense of calm and belonging. A warm start lowers stress, increases cooperation, and prepares them to face the day with positivity.

☀️Highlights:

▪︎ Morning interactions set the tone for the entire day.

▪︎ Gentle wake-ups reduce stress and build confidence.

▪︎ Affirmations and snuggles strengthen security and attachment.

💙Action Plan:

▪︎ Avoid abrupt wake-ups.

▪︎ Spend 2–3 minutes cuddling or lying beside your child.

▪︎ Ask a positive question: “What are you excited about today?”

▪︎ Express love and reassurance before starting routines.

⏱️THE FIRST 3 MINUTES WHEN THEY GET HOME FROM SCHOOL

When children come home, they bring with them the emotional highs and lows of the school day. These minutes are crucial for creating a safe space to unload feelings. Instead of immediately asking about homework or letting them go straight to the TV, parents can show warmth by saying, “I’m so happy to see you” or “Tell me about the best part of your day.” Taking time to share snacks, snuggle, or talk through struggles helps children feel understood and valued.

☀️Highlights:

▪︎ Children need a safe landing zone after school.

▪︎ Emotional decompression builds trust and emotional literacy.

▪︎ Positive connection at this time leads to better cooperation later.

💙Action Plan:

▪︎ Greet them with warmth and eye contact.

▪︎ Offer a snack and ask about the highs and lows of their day.

▪︎ If they look upset, pause and comfort them before discussing tasks.

▪︎ Save questions about homework or chores until after connection time.

⏱️THE LAST 3 MINUTES BEFORE THEY GO TO SLEEP

Bedtime is a powerful opportunity to end the day with love and gratitude. Instead of a quick goodnight, parents can ask reflective questions like, “What were you most grateful for today?” or highlight strengths, “I loved how you showed perseverance today.” Children fall asleep with a sense of pride, love, and security, which not only improves sleep quality but also builds resilience.

☀️Highlights:

▪︎ Bedtime rituals leave lasting impressions on a child’s mind.

▪︎ Positive affirmations boost self-esteem and emotional stability.

▪︎ Gratitude practice supports a healthy mindset.

💙Action Plan:

▪︎ Spend a few extra minutes talking before sleep.

▪︎ Ask reflective questions about gratitude or the best part of the day.

▪︎ Give affirmations highlighting their strengths and efforts.

▪︎ Ensure bedtime ends with a calm, loving atmosphere.

🎯 WHY THESE MINUTES MATTER

Though brief, these nine intentional minutes nurture a child’s emotional well-being and brain development. They build resilience, foster gratitude, and strengthen parent-child bonds. More than long hours, it is these consistent, intentional interactions that shape secure, confident, and happy children.

☀️Highlights:

☆ Quality connection matters more than quantity of time.

☆ Short but consistent rituals shape mindset and resilience.

☆ These moments teach children: “You are loved, you are seen, you matter.”

💙Action Plan:

☆ Be intentional with these three windows daily: morning, after school, and bedtime.

☆ Keep interactions warm, affirming, and emotionally safe.

☆ Focus on listening, connection, and reassurance instead of tasks.

📚 REFERENCES

Ainsworth, M. D. S. (1978). Patterns of Attachment: A Psychological Study of the Strange Situation.

Bandura, A. (1997). Self-efficacy: The Exercise of Control. Freeman.

Fredrickson, B. L. (2001). The role of positive emotions in positive psychology. American Psychologist, 56(3), 218–226.

Ginsburg, K. R. (2007). The importance of play in promoting healthy child development. Pediatrics, 119(1), 182–191.

Grolnick, W. S., & Ryan, R. M. (1989). Parent styles associated with children's self-regulation. Developmental Psychology, 25(6), 990–997.

Positive Parenting Program (Triple P). (2020). Evidence-based parenting strategies.

Siegel, D. J., & Bryson, T. P. (2012). The Whole-Brain Child.

Wentzel, K. R. (1998). Social relationships and motivation in middle school. Journal of Educational Psychology, 90(2), 202–209.

📸 by Positive Parenting

01/09/2025

HI DOC: When Patients Message Out of the Blue, Should They Be Mad If Doctors Don’t Respond?

We’ve all been there. Something worries us—maybe a sudden rash, a fever that won’t go away, or a strange pain in the middle of the night. Out of habit, we grab our phones, open Facebook Messenger, type “Hi Doc…”, and hit send. Then we wait. Minutes feel like hours. Hours feel like days. No reply.

Some patients start to feel anxious, even offended: “Why isn’t my doctor answering? Don’t they care?” But here’s the truth—your doctor isn’t ignoring you.

💉🧸
Doctors Aren’t Available 24/7 on Messenger

Doctors are human beings, not chatbots. They spend their days seeing patients in clinics, making hospital rounds, assisting in operations, and handling emergencies. And when the workday ends, they go home to be parents, spouses, or simply to rest.

Facebook Messenger, Viber, or SMS are personal spaces—not official medical channels. Many doctors intentionally avoid mixing work and private life there. Even if they see your message, they may not be in the best position to give safe and proper advice outside the clinic.

💉🧸
Confidentiality and Patient Safety Matter

Health information is very personal. Messenger, while convenient, is not a secure platform for medical advice. Sharing symptoms, photos, or lab results there can put your privacy at risk.

On top of that, doctors have a responsibility to practice safe and accountable medicine. Giving a prescription or medical decision without a proper consult, exam, or record can endanger both the patient and the doctor. That’s why many prefer face-to-face visits, hospital hotlines, or official telemedicine services.

💉🧸
Respecting Boundaries Builds Trust

Imagine if someone knocked on your door at midnight for work questions—you’d feel intruded upon. The same goes for doctors. They are committed to your health, but they also need boundaries to stay effective, empathetic, and professional.

A healthy doctor–patient relationship is built on respect. Trust deepens when both sides understand that proper channels exist for proper care.

💉🧸
What Patients Can Do Instead

✔️ For emergencies: Go directly to the Emergency Room or dial the hospital hotline. That’s the fastest, safest way to get urgent care.

✔️ For non-urgent concerns: Book an appointment at the clinic or use the hospital’s official telemedicine service. This ensures your concern is recorded and handled properly.

✔️ For quick clarifications: Call or message the clinic secretary during office hours. They can advise you on schedules, follow-ups, or referrals.

🩺💚🧸 The Bottom Line

Doctors deeply care for their patients. But caring does not always mean instant replies on Messenger. Not answering isn’t neglect—it’s about protecting your safety, ensuring professionalism, and maintaining boundaries that allow doctors to serve you better.

So next time you send “Hi Doc…” and don’t get a reply right away, don’t be upset.

💚💚💚 Instead, remember: doctors care best for others when they are also able to care for themselves. 💙💙💙

01/09/2025

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WHEN PARENTS GET OLD

Let them grow old with the same love that they let you grow ...

Let them speak and tell repeated stories with the same patience and interest that they heard yours as a child ...

Let them overcome, like so many times when they let you win ...

Let them enjoy their friends just as they let you …

Let them enjoy the talks with their grandchildren, because they see you in them ...

Let them enjoy living among the objects that have acompanied them for a long time, because they suffer when they feel that you tear pieces of this life away ...

Let them be wrong, like so many times you have been wrong and they didn’t embarass you by correcting you ...

LET THEM LIVE and try to make them happy the last stretch of the path they have left to go; give them your hand, just like they gave you their hand when you started your path!

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Lactose Intolerance in Kids: Cues Every Parent Should Watch For

Lactose intolerance isn’t just an “adult problem.” Children, from infancy up to their teenage years, can also struggle to digest lactose — the natural sugar in milk. While not usually life-threatening, it can cause significant discomfort, and if left unchecked, may affect your child’s nutrition and overall well-being. Here are some cues for parents to look out for at different ages.

👶🏻Infants (0–12 months): When Formula or Breastmilk Doesn’t Sit Well
True congenital lactose intolerance is very rare, but some babies may show early signs. These can include persistent diarrhea, fussiness after feeding, slow weight gain, or excessive gassiness. More commonly, secondary lactose intolerance develops after a gut infection (like viral gastroenteritis). If your baby suddenly becomes irritable after milk feeds or develops watery stools with diaper rash, it may be worth discussing lactose sensitivity with your pediatrician.

🧒🏻Toddlers and Preschoolers (1–5 years): When Milk Isn’t Their Best Friend

At this age, the body’s lactase enzyme levels naturally start to decline in some children. A toddler who once loved drinking milk may now refuse it because of the stomach pain it brings. Watch out for bloating, abdominal cramps, or loose stools shortly after dairy consumption. Some children may become cranky or unusually tired, not because they are “picky eaters,” but because they are uncomfortable after meals.

👧🏻School-Age Children (6–12 years): Subtle Symptoms That Affect School Life

School-aged kids may not always complain directly about stomach issues — but the signs often show in their daily routine. If your child frequently asks to use the bathroom, avoids cafeteria milk, or struggles with concentration in class after breakfast, dairy intolerance may be a hidden factor. Some parents also notice frequent headaches, tummy “gurgles,” or moodiness that occur after dairy-heavy meals like pizza or macaroni and cheese.

👨🏻‍🦱Teenagers (13–18 years): Independence and Dietary Choices

By adolescence, most kids have more say in what they eat. Some may self-diagnose by avoiding milk and noticing improvement, while others push through symptoms, especially when hanging out with friends over milk tea, cheeseburgers, or ice cream. Parents should look for patterns — persistent bloating, fatigue, or even acne flare-ups after dairy intake may be linked to lactose intolerance. Teens involved in sports also need to be cautious, since diarrhea or stomach cramps can affect hydration and performance.

🩺When to See a Doctor
If your child shows recurring symptoms — diarrhea, bloating, cramps, nausea, or unexplained fatigue — especially within two hours of consuming dairy, it’s time to consult your pediatrician. Doctors may suggest an elimination diet, a hydrogen breath test, or recommend trying lactose-free formulas or alternatives. It’s also important to ensure your child still gets enough calcium and vitamin D through lactose-free dairy, fortified plant-based milk, leafy greens, or supplements.

💚Parenting Takeaway
Lactose intolerance can look different at every stage of childhood — from fussy infants to teens with unexplained fatigue or skin problems. The key is to listen to your child’s body signals and notice patterns around dairy intake. With proper guidance and simple dietary adjustments, your child can continue to grow strong, healthy, and confident — without letting lactose get in the way.

⚠️ Note: This article is meant for parental guidance only. For an accurate diagnosis, always consult your child’s pediatrician.

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