Health

(Quarter 2-Module 1/
Week 1)

Health Trends,
Issues, and Concerns
in the National Level
Department of Education
SDO- City of San Fernando (LU)
Region 1
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Health
(Quarter 2-Module 1/
Week 1)

Health Trends,
Issues, and Concerns
in the National Level
MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCY
Discusses the existing health related laws.; H10HC-Ila-1

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For the parents:
1. Please guide your child while he is studying and answering the tasks
provided in this module.
2. Remind your child about his study time and schedule so he can finish the
module.
3. Let your child answer the module activities independently however, assist
him only when necessary.
4. I will call on a certain time based on the schedule to explain the lessons in
the module.
5. Kindly return the whole module and answer sheets on _________ during
Fridays at ____________________.
For the learners:
1. Read carefully the directions so that you will know what to do.
2. If there are directions or topics in the module that are difficult for you to
understand, feel free to ask from your parents or companions at home.
However, if you still could not understand, you can call me at this number,
_____________so I could explain it to you clearly.
3. Answer the activities in the module on the specific day for the subject. Use a
separate sheet of paper for your answers. Avoid writing or tearing the pages
of this module because this will be used by other pupils/students like you.
4. Write important concepts in your notebook regarding your lesson. This will
help you in your review later.
5. You need to finish the activities in this module so that you can give this to
your parents on ___________________________.
Always remember these health tips:

1. Remember to wear your face mask properly and regularly.

2. Always wash your hands with clean water and soap.
3. Cover your mouth and nose with handkerchief whenever you cough or
sneeze.
4. Follow the one-meter distance so that you will prevent the spread of the virus.

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 What I Need to Know

Welcome to Health Trends, Issues, and Concerns in the National Level. For
this quarter, you will be able to demonstrate understanding of the health trends, issues
and concerns in the local, regional, and national, levels.

After going through this module, you should be able to discuss the existing health
related laws.

What I Know

Identify what if the statement is true or false.

______1. Republic Act No. 7394 aims to protect the interest of businessmen.

______2. TAMA stands for Technical and Alternative Medicine Act.

______3. The Consumer Act of the Philippines covers the quality and safety of

different products like food, drugs, cosmetics, and devices.

______4. In the Philippines, it is illegal to use medicinal plants for it is not yet

proven as effective for cure.

______5. There are policies in the country that promote the protection of

citizens against hazardous substances that may be in sale.

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Lesson
EXISTING HEALTH RELATED LAWS
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What’s In

In first quarter, you learned about Consumer Health. What is the

importance of ensuring that what you buy or consume is has a reliable source?

MY ANSWER

What’s New

As an adolescent, you experience numerous health issues that pertain

to your well-being. What are some examples of these concerns?

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 This module will help you recognize and understand how the
government works with various institutions and sectors to address
issues and concerns. It is important to know these policies because
they embody your rights as a citizen of the country. Be aware. Be
knowledgeable. Practice your rights.

What It Is

CONSUMER ACT OF THE PHILIPPINES

Republic Act No. 7394 or the Consumer Act of the Philippines has
three objectives (Galvez Tan, et al., 2009):

1. Protect the interest of the consumer

2. Promote his/her general welfare
3. Establish standards of conduct for business and industry

The Act aims to protect people against hazards to health and safety, and
deceptive and unfair sales acts and practices. In this light, the policy mandates
for information dissemination and education to facilitate sound choice and
proper exercise of rights by the consumer.

The Consumer Act also covers the quality and safety of different
products like food, drugs, cosmetics, and devices. The policy also promotes
the protection of citizens against hazardous substances that may be in sale.
Hence, proper labeling and fair packaging shall be required for all the products
being sold.

In connection with the Consumer Act, Republic Act 8423 or the

Traditional and Alternative Medicine Act of 1997 (TAMA) provides for the
improvement of quality and delivery of healthcare services in the country
through the development of traditional and alternative healthcare and its
integration into the national healthcare system.

The policy also identifies medicinal plants in the country which are
readily available. These medicinal plants shall be given care by different

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agencies. In order to coordinate various activities and programs in the
traditional and alternative healthcare delivery system, the Act provisions the
establishment of the Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative
Health Care (PITAHC) to accelerate the development of the said health care
in the country.

What’s More

Read the letter of complaint given and answer the questions provided
following after.

Questions:
1. What is the letter sender’s dilemma?
2. What consumer right is the letter-sender practicing?

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 What I Have Learned

Recall one consumer right that was discussed in the previous modules.
Write it down and answer the question:

In what ways can you practice this right?

What I Can Do

Can you remember the different forms of complementary and alternative

medicine approved by the TAMA? After identifying the given pictures, answer
the question that follow.

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As a student who in knowledgeable of Republic Act 8423, how would you

able to promote complementary and alternative medicine approved by the TAMA?

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 Assessment

Identify what if the statement is true or false.

______1. Republic Act No. 7394 is also known as the Consumer Act of the
Philippines.

______2. The Act mentioned in this module aims to protect the rights of health
professionals.

______3. There are hazardous products in the Philippines that are on sale.
Hence, the consumer should inspect labeling and packaging before
purchasing.

______4. The Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Health Care

(PITAHC) coordinates various activities and programs in the traditional
and alternative healthcare delivery system.

______5. Consumer Act policy does not cover information dissemination and
education to facilitate sound choice and proper exercise of rights by
the consumer.

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 REFERENCES

BIBLIOGRAPHY
Department of Education. (2015). Physical Education and Health Pasig City: Vibal
Group, Inc.

ONLINE RESOURCES

https://www.academia.edu/34869260/HEALTH_2ND_QUARTER_Health_Trend
s_Issues_and_Concerns

https://prezi.com/5hto8k-utda_/health-trends-issues-concerns-national-level/

Development Team of the Module

Writer: Dustin G. Calderon
Editors/Evaluators/Reviewers: Dr. Rosalin T. Villareal
Michael F. Ramirez
Illustrator:
Layout Artist: Dustin. G. Calderon
Management Team: Dr. Rowena C. Banzon, CESO V, SDS
Dr. Wilfredo E. Sindayen, ASDS
Dr. Agnes B. Cacap, Chief- CID
Dr. Jose Mari P. Almeida, Chief- SGOD
Genevieve B. Ugay, EPS- LRMS
Hazel B. Libatique, Librarian II
Aurelio C. Dayag, Jr. , PDO II
 ANSWER KEY
What’s More What I Know
1. The product/biscuit has rancid taste. 1. False
2. The right to be compensated for 2. False
misrepresentation, shoddy goods, or 3. True
unsatisfactory services. 4. False
5. True
Assessment What I Can Do
1. True 1. Acupuncture
2. False 2. Ventosa Cupping Massage Therapy
3. True 3. Reflexology
4. True 4. Acupressure
5. False