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I.

Key Health Laws

1. Consumer Act of the Philippines (RA 7394)


○ Overview: Protects consumers’ rights and welfare; sets safety standards for
products and services.
○ Key Points:
■ Covers food, drugs, cosmetics, and devices.
■ Aims to protect against hazardous substances.
2. Traditional and Alternative Medicine Act of 1997 (RA 8423)
○ Overview: Promotes traditional and alternative medicine in the Philippines.
○ Key Points:
■ Establishes the Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Health
Care (PITAHC).
■ Aims to protect indigenous knowledge of traditional medicine.
3. Family Planning
○ Overview: Aims to improve the quality of life by allowing couples to make
informed decisions about family size.
○ Key Points:
■ Offers access to various safe and effective contraceptive methods.
■ Emphasizes the importance of personal choice and planning.
4. Philippine AIDS Prevention and Control Act of 1998 (RA 8504)
○ Overview: Aims to educate and prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS.
○ Key Points:
■ Mandates inclusion of AIDS education in school curricula.
■ Promotes awareness of transmission and prevention methods.
5. Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 (RA 9165)
○ Overview: Protects citizens from the dangers of illegal drugs.
○ Key Points:
■ Defines unlawful acts related to drug trafficking and abuse.
■ Establishes penalties for drug-related offenses.
6. Tobacco Regulation Act of 2003 (RA 9211)
○ Overview: Protects the public from the hazards of tobacco use.
○ Key Points:
■ Bans smoking in public places.
■ Restricts sales of tobacco products to minors.

II. Key Concepts and Laws

A. Social Health-Related Issues

1. Cybercrime
○ Definition: Any crime committed in cyberspace, including fraud, identity theft,
and online harassment.
○ Relevant Legislation:
■ Republic Act No. 10175 - Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.
2. Child Pornography
○ Definition: Any representation of a child engaged in explicit sexual activities,
whether real or simulated.
○ Relevant Legislation:
■ Republic Act No. 9775 - Anti-Child Pornography Act of 2009.
○ Who Can File a Complaint:
■ Victim, parents/guardians, relatives, social workers, barangay officials,
law enforcement.
3. Hazing
○ Definition: Activities that test an applicant’s willingness to join fraternities or
social groups, often leading to harmful consequences.
○ Relevant Legislation:
■ Republic Act No. 8949 - Anti-Hazing Law.
4. Blood Donation
○ Definition: A voluntary service to ensure safe and adequate blood supply.
○ Relevant Legislation:
■ Republic Act No. 7719 - National Blood Services Act of 1994.

B. Environmental Health-Related Issues

1. National Environmental Awareness and Education Act


○ Purpose: Promotes environmental education and awareness.
○ Relevant Legislation:
■ Republic Act No. 9512 - National Environmental Awareness and
Education Act.
○ Focus Areas:
■ Concepts of sustainability, conservation, and human responsibility.
2. Pollution
○ Definition: Contamination of air, water, and land due to human activities.
○ Legislation Addressing Pollution: Enforced through the National
Environmental Awareness and Education Act.
3. Road Safety
○ Concern: High incidence of road accidents causing injury and death.
○ Relevant Legislation:
■ Republic Act No. 8750 - Seat Belts Use Act of 1999.
■ Republic Act No. 10586 - Anti-Drunk and Drugged Driving Law.

A. Consumer Act of the Philippines (R.A. 7394)

● Purpose: Protects consumers from health hazards and deceptive sales practices.
● Significance: Empowers consumers through education and information dissemination.

B. Traditional and Alternative Medicine Act (R.A. 8423)


● Purpose: Integrates traditional and alternative medicine into the national healthcare
system.
● Significance: Expands healthcare options and improves service quality.

C. Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act (R.A. 10354)

● Purpose: Facilitates family planning and responsible parenthood.


● Significance: Helps families plan and manage the number of children based on
resources.

D. Philippine AIDS Prevention and Control Act (R.A. 8504)

● Purpose: Promotes awareness and education about HIV/AIDS.


● Significance: Increases public understanding of prevention and control measures.

E. National Blood Services Act (R.A. 7719)

● Purpose: Encourages voluntary blood donation.


● Significance: Promotes blood donation as a humanitarian act.

F. Cybercrime Prevention Act (R.A. 10175)

● Purpose: Addresses cybercrimes, including child pornography and online exploitation.


● Significance: Protects citizens from cyber-related offenses.

G. Anti-Hazing Law (R.A. 8949)

● Purpose: Regulates and prohibits hazing in organizations.


● Significance: Protects individuals from violence and coercion in social groups.

H. Tobacco Regulation Act (R.A. 9211)

● Purpose: Regulates tobacco advertising and restricts sales to minors.


● Significance: Aims to reduce smoking rates and protect public health.

I. Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act (R.A. 9165)

● Purpose: Protects citizens from the dangers of illegal drugs.


● Significance: Aims to combat drug abuse and trafficking.

J. Family Planning Program (R.A. 10354)

● Purpose: Provides resources for effective family planning.


● Significance: Empowers individuals to make informed reproductive choices.

III. Government Agencies and Their Roles


1. Department of Trade and Industry (DTI): Advocates for consumer rights and welfare.
2. Department of Agriculture (DA): Promotes food safety and agricultural development.
3. Department of Health (DOH): Oversees health services and policies.
4. Department of Education (DepEd): Ensures consumer education in schools.
5. Bureau of Food and Drugs (BFAD): Enforces food safety regulations.
6. Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP): Protects financial consumers.
7. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC): Regulates financial markets.
8. Department of Justice (DOJ): Enforces laws against cybercrime.

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