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What is the primary aim of the Consumer Act of the Philippines (R.A 7394)?
What is the primary aim of the Consumer Act of the Philippines (R.A 7394)?
The Philippine AIDS Prevention and Control Act of 1998 deals solely with HIV testing.
The Philippine AIDS Prevention and Control Act of 1998 deals solely with HIV testing.
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What does PITAHC stand for?
What does PITAHC stand for?
Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Health Care
The Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 (R.A. 9165) aims to safeguard citizens from the harmful effects of _______.
The Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 (R.A. 9165) aims to safeguard citizens from the harmful effects of _______.
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Which of the following is not a service identified under the Consumer Act of the Philippines?
Which of the following is not a service identified under the Consumer Act of the Philippines?
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Match the following laws with their primary focuses:
Match the following laws with their primary focuses:
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The AIDSWATCH program is designed to monitor the progression of HIV infection in the Philippines.
The AIDSWATCH program is designed to monitor the progression of HIV infection in the Philippines.
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What central body oversees the HIV/AIDS prevention and control program in the Philippines?
What central body oversees the HIV/AIDS prevention and control program in the Philippines?
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Study Notes
Consumer Act of the Philippines (R.A. 7394)
- Aims to protect people from hazards to health and safety, deceptive and unfair sales practices
- Covers quality and safety of health products, information, and services
Traditional and Alternative Medicines Act of 1997 (R.A. 8423)
- Established the Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Health Care (PITAHC)
- Aims to accelerate the development of traditional and alternative health care
- Provides a fund for traditional and alternative medicine development
- Identifies medicinal plants readily available in the country
Philippine AIDS Prevention and Control Act of 1998 (R.A. 8504)
- Creates policies and measures for HIV/AIDS prevention and control
- Establishes a nationwide HIV/AIDS program
- Implements a comprehensive HIV/AIDS monitoring system
- Strengthens the Philippine national AIDS council
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
- A disease caused by Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Philippine National AIDS Council (PNAC)
- Central advisory body for comprehensive and integrated HIV/AIDS prevention and control programs in the Philippines
AIDSWatch
- HIV/AIDS monitoring program under the Department of Health
- Monitors the magnitude and progression of HIV infection
- Evaluates the adequacy and efficacy of countermeasures
Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 (R.A. 9165)
- Protects the integrity of the territory and the well-being of citizens (particularly youth)
- Aims to prevent harmful effects of dangerous drugs on physical and mental well-being
- Prevents acts or omissions that hinder development
Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)
- Enforces laws regarding dangerous drugs and controlled precursors/essential chemicals
Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB)
- Policy-making and strategy-formulating body for drug prevention and control
Tobacco Regulation Act of 2003 (R.A. 9211)
- Regulates tobacco packaging, sale, distribution, and advertisements
- Protects the population from harmful tobacco products
- Promotes health consciousness
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This quiz covers important consumer protection laws and health regulations in the Philippines, including the Consumer Act, the Traditional and Alternative Medicines Act, and the AIDS Prevention and Control Act. Test your knowledge on how these laws aim to enhance public health and safety in the country.
