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DOH: 7 in 10 Filipino deaths due to noncommunicable diseases
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday said seven out of 10 Filipino deaths were caused by noncommunicable diseases associated with unhealthy lifestyles. According to the DOH, tobacco use contributed to more than 95,000 deaths annually, while excessive alcohol consumption was associated with over 27,000 deaths. Meanwhile, more than 4,000 deaths were linked to high sugar consumption. READ: DOH seeks higher taxes on sweetened beverages, junk food “Seven out of every 10 Filipino deaths are caused by noncommunicable diseases, to which tobacco use, harmful alcohol consumption, and unhealthy diets are major contributors,” Dr. Lester Tan, DOH assistant secretary […]...Keep on reading: DOH: 7 in 10 Filipino deaths due to noncommunicable diseases
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday said seven out of 10 Filipino deaths were caused by noncommunicable diseases associated with unhealthy lifestyles. According to the DOH, tobacco use contributed to more than 95,000 deaths annually, while excessive alcohol consumption was associated with over 27,000 deaths. Meanwhile, more than 4,000 deaths were linked to high sugar consumption. READ: DOH seeks higher taxes on sweetened beverages, junk food “Seven out of every 10 Filipino deaths are caused by noncommunicable diseases, to which tobacco use, harmful alcohol consumption, and unhealthy diets are major contributors,” Dr. Lester Tan, DOH assistant secretary […]...
Keep on reading: DOH: 7 in 10 Filipino deaths due to noncommunicable diseases
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