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Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Regional Office IX, Zamboanga Peninsula

10 Zest for Progress


Z Peal of artnership

HEALTH
Quarter 2, Wk. 7 - Module 1
Health Trends, Issues and Concerns

Name of Learner: ___________________________


Grade & Section: ___________________________
Name of School: ___________________________
WHAT I NEED TO KNOW

As an adolescent, you experience numerous health issues that pertain


to your well-being. 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.

The goal of the module is for the learners to: Be aware. Be


knowledgeable. Practice your rights.

After going through this lesson, you are expected to:


• discusses the existing health related law; H10HC-IIa-1
• explains the significance of the existing health related laws in
safeguarding people’s health; H10HC-IIb-2

WHAT I KNOW
Pre-Assessment
Directions: Identify the policy being described in each number. Choose from the
box the letter of the correct answer in the table.

a. Consumer Act
b. Traditional and Alternative Medicines Act
c. Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive
Health Act
d. Philippine AIDS Prevention and Control Act
e. Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act
f. Tobacco Regulation Act
g. Cybercrime Prevention Act
h. Anti-Child Pornography Act
i. National Blood Services Act
j. Anti-Hazing Law
k. National Environmental Awareness and
Education Act
l. Seat Belts Use Act
m. Anti-Drunk and Drugged Driving Law
LETTER
OF THE DESCRIPTION OF THE POLICY
ANSWER
1. Provides for the inclusion of environmental education
programs in various national institutions
2. Supervises the legal production of cigarettes in the country
3. Provides assistance for the prevention and control of AIDS
4. Provides for the regulation of products and services being
sold and offered in the country
5. Describes the blood donation program in the country
6. Prohibits physical and emotional harm and abuse as
initiation to a certain social group
7. Penalizes vehicle drivers who are under the influence of
drugs and alcohol
8. Policy making and strategy-formulating body in planning
and formulation of policies and program on drug prevention
and control.
9. Identifies scientifically proven herbs as medicinal plants
10. Penalizes vehicle users who will not wear safety belts
while on the road
11. Protects children from any malicious acts online
12. Provides for criminal offenses committed online
13. Provides for maternal and child healthcare, family
planning, and responsible parenthood

WHAT’S IN
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.

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 TAMA of 1997 states that there are more than 2000 available
medicinal plants in the country, but only 10 are approved by the
Department of Health.
Activity 1- Alternatives!

What are these medicinal plants?


1. 6.
2. 7.
3. 8.
4. 9.
5. 10.

Another pressing health issue that concerns you as an adolescent is


reproductive health. “Reproductive health is defined as a state of physical,
mental, and social well-being in all matters relating to the reproductive
system, at all stages of life” (Galvez Tan, et al., 2009). To aid the
reproductive health needs of the citizens, the government mandated the RA
10354 or most commonly known as the Responsible Parenthood and
Reproductive Health Act.

Activity 2- Pillars of Foundation


The Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act builds it
foundation on 4 pillars.
Directions: Identify these pillars below by unscrambling the letters. Read
the provisions beside each pillar.
Pillar 1: NFDEORMI COHICE
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

The government shall promote and provide unbiased


information and access to these services. This pillar also
covers the provision for the integration of reproductive
health and sexuality education in schools, and other
educational settings.
Pillar 2: TESPCER OFR FIEL
___ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ___ _
The Act recognizes that abortion is illegal and punishable
by law. However, mothers will be identified to have
aborted an unborn child will be served with post-abortive
treatment and counseling in a humane, nonjudgmental,
and compassionate manner.

TIRTHB LOTRONC
Pillar 3:
_ __ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _

Reproductive healthcare, information, and supplies shall


be made available most especially to poor beneficiaries.
However, the Act provisions also that the government
must respect the citizen’s individual preferences and
choices of family planning method.
Pillar 4:
LEBOSRPNISE HONTPERAOD
_ _ _ _ __ _ ___ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _

Couples determine their ideal family size. In addition, the


government shall equip each parent with needed
information in all aspects of family life, reproductive
health and this pillar.

REFLECT! As adolescents, what benefit do we get from the


Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act?

________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

WHAT’S NEW
Reproductive health also concerns problems such as sexually-
transmitted infections.
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome or AIDS is caused by human
immunodeficiency virus (HIV) which usually does not have symptoms in its
early stages. “Initially, people with HIV were diagnosed as having AIDS only
when they developed blood infections, the cancer known as Kaposi’s sarcoma,
or any of the 21 other indicator diseases” (Donatelle, 2006). In addition, HIV
is highly infectious through unprotected sexual intercourse, breastfeeding (of
an infected mother to infant), and blood transfusion/injecting drugs (needles
used for infected patients). Currently, there are several treatment options for
HIV and AIDS, but no known cure yet.

Activity 1: Your Aid to Aids!


Directions: In this activity, write a short reflection on how HIV affect a
person’s life and others.

Begin here: _____________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
The Republic Act No. 8504 or the Philippine AIDS Prevention and Control Act
of 1998 was passed by the Congress on July 28, 1997. The Act promulgates
“policies and prescribing measures for the prevention and control of
HIV/AIDS in the Philippines, instituting a nationwide HIV/AIDS information
and educational program, establishing a comprehensive HIV/AIDS
monitoring system, strengthening the Philippine National AIDS Council, and
for other purposes” (PNAC).

The Act also provides for education and information dissemination in


various institutions and agencies, safe practice and procedures (testing,
screening, and counseling) in health organizations and associations,
monitoring of cases with confidentiality, and programs for anti-discriminatory
acts (in the workplace, hospitals, and other public institutions).

Activity 2: True or False

Directions: Write True if it is according to the policy, and False if it is not


on the blank provided before each number.

__________ 1. A person with HIV/AIDS is allowed to donate blood, tissues, or


organs.
__________ 2. HIV testing is not compulsory and required.
__________ 3. Pre- and post-test counseling sessions are given to those who
undergo HIV testing in accredited centers.
__________ 4. People with HIV/AIDS are not allowed to avail services
provided by public hospitals because infection might spread.
__________ 5. AIDSWATCH monitors the incidences of HIV infection in the
country and writes reports about it.
__________ 6. A person with HIV/AIDS is treated with utmost confidentiality
by medical personnel.
__________ 7. A patient’s case is still confidential even if there is an
interference by a court.
__________ 8. The AIDS Prevention and Control Act of 1998 promotes
discrimination against people with HIV/AIDS.
__________ 9. The Philippine National AIDS Council manages the HIV testing
in various accredited centers.
__________ 10. A person with HIV/AIDS is not allowed to travel abroad.

WHAT IS IT

SUBSTANCE USE AND ABUSE


Gateway drugs may be considered as windows to unprotected sex.
These are drugs “that people use initially that may eventually lead to the abuse
of illegal drugs” (Galvez Tan, et al., 2009).
Alcohol and tobacco are gateway drugs. When alcohol is consumed,
the central nervous system is affected. Thus, a person is more vulnerable to
doing dangerous acts because of depressed decision-making skills.
On the other hand, the government also provides protection from these
gateway drugs through the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act and the
Tobacco Regulation Act.

How can you avoid using them? Give examples.


Getaway 1: _______________________________________________________________
Getaway 2: _______________________________________________________________
Getaway 3: _______________________________________________________________

The Tobacco Regulation Act of 2003 requires the printing of warnings on


cigarette packs.
• What are these warnings? Give 5 examples.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

REFLECTION QUESTIONS
• How did you feel upon writing the warnings?
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
• What are the psychological effects to a person who reads the cigarette?

____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

WHAT’S MORE
Peer influence also concerns you as adolescents. You are in the
developmental stage wherein you build lasting relationships with peers.
Here are some issues that you may encounter:
SOCIAL HEALTH
1. Cybercrime - “Cyber refers to a computer or a computer network, the
electronic medium in which online communication takes place”. Thus,
cybercrime is simply any crime committed in cyberspace.
2. Child Pornography – In relation to cybercrime, child pornography has
become a pressing concern of this generation. Republic Act No. 9775 or the
Anti-Child Pornography Act of 2009 defines the crime of child pornography.
As defined, “Child pornography” refers to any representation, whether
visual, audio, or written combination thereof, by electronic, mechanical,
digital, optical, magnetic or any other means, of child engaged or involved
in real or simulated explicit sexual activities” (Official Gazette, 2009).
3. Hazing – Fraternities, sororities, gangs and social groups are starting to
become more and more identified and publicized. Because of their “alleged”
prestige and prime, more teens are encouraged to be a part of them. On the
other hand, hazing is very dangerous, and proven to have killed many lives.
The government protects the youth through the Republic Act No. 8949 or
the Anti-Hazing Law. The Act penalizes those who will go too far during
initiation rites wherein the “applicant” is subjected to severe physical and
emotional pain and suffering.
4. Blood Donation - One of the emerging forms of voluntary service is blood
donation. Republic Act No. 7719 or the National Blood Services Act of 1994
aims to promote and encourage voluntary blood donation by the citizenry,
provide for adequate, safe and affordable and equitable distribution of
blood and blood products.

Answer the following questions:


• What do you think is the role of cybercrime in child pornography?
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
• How did cybercrime act protect netizens?
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________

Pollution and road safety are two of the most usual issues that concern
you as a member of your community. Here are some policies most appropriate
to address these concerns

SAFETY IN THE ENVIRONMENT


1. Pollution – With the exponential growth of population, more resources
are being demanded and supplied to the people. However, people do not
manage these resources properly. Thus, pollution arises. That is why the
government mandated the Republic Act No. 9512 or the National
Environmental Awareness and Education Act of 2008. This Act promotes
environmental awareness through environmental education.
2. Road Safety – Road accidents are one of the most frequent causes of
death among Filipinos. To respond to this alarming situation, citizens are
protected by law through these Republic Acts. Republic Act No 8750 or the
Seat Belts Use Act of 1999 aims to secure and safeguard passengers and
drivers of motor vehicles from injuries and other effects of vehicular
accidents. The policy includes the mandatory wearing of seatbelts by the
driver and front seat passengers of any running motor vehicle. The Act also
prohibits children from sitting in the front seat of any motor vehicle. In
addition, Republic Act No. 10586 or the Anti-Drunk and Drugged Driving
Law also penalizes those who will be caught driving under the influence of
alcohol, drugs and other similar substances.

Answer the following questions:


• What is the purpose of seatbelt use act?
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
• How does this act protect Filipino citizens?
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
• Why do we need to follow seat belt use act?
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________

WHAT I HAVE LEARNED


Activity 1: Starting Over Again

This time, we will see what you have learned in this lesson.
Directions: Complete the paragraph below using the word(s) found in the
Word Bank. Choose the appropriate word/s and write it on the space
provided.
RA No. 10354 National Environmental Awareness and Education Act

Traditional and Alternative Medicines Act RA No. 7719

Seat Belts Use Act of 1999 Protect the interest of the consumer

Anti-Child Pornography Act of 2009 Anti-Hazing Law RA No. 1431

Provides assistance for the prevention and control of AIDS

Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act Cybercrime Act

Republic Act No. 7394 or the Consumer Act of the Philippines has three
objectives: 1. _______________________, Promote his/her general welfare and
establish standards of conduct for business and industry.
The 2. ___________________________ aims to secure and safeguard passengers
and drivers of motor vehicles from injuries and other effects of vehicular
accidents. Republic Act No. 8504 Philippine AIDS Prevention and Control Act
aims to 3. _____________________. The Responsible Parenthood and
Reproductive Health Act or R.A 4. ________________ provides for
maternal and child healthcare, family planning, and responsible parenthood.
The 5. ___________________ Identifies scientifically proven herbs as medicinal
plants. The 6. ___________________ provides for the inclusion of environmental
education programs in various national institutions. The act that aims to
promote and encourage voluntary blood
donation by the citizenry, provide for adequate,
safe and affordable and equitable distribution of blood and blood products is
7. ___________________. 8. __________________ aims to be the policy- and
strategy-making body that plans and formulates programs on drug prevention
and control. Republic Act No. 9775 or the 9_______________ defines the crime
of child pornography. 10. ______________________ act penalizes those who will
go too far during initiation rites wherein the “applicant” is subjected to severe
physical and emotional pain and suffering.

WHAT I CAN DO

Activity 1: Health Headlines


Directions:
1. Look for a news clip about a health concern or issue (in the past 1 – 2
months)
2. Read and analyze it
3. Identify which policy is concerned with the issue.
4. Write a short commentary on the news item.
5. Kindly read the rubric for your output. We can also agree if you want to
modify it.
ASSESSMENT
Activity 1: T or F
Directions: TRUE or FALSE. Write T on the space before the number if the
statement is TRUE, F if it is FALSE.

______1. The Anti-Hazing Law Act penalizes those who will go too far during
initiation rites wherein the “applicant” is subjected to severe physical and
emotional pain and suffering.
______2. The Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act or R.A
10354 provides for maternal and child healthcare, family planning, and
responsible parenthood.
______3. T.A.M.A identifies scientifically proven herbs as medicinal plants.
______4. The Suit and Helmets aims to secure and safeguard passengers and
drivers of motor vehicles from injuries and other effects of vehicular
accidents.
______5. Pollution and road safety are two of the most usual issues that
concern you as a member of your community.
______6. Cybercrime refers to a computer or a computer network, the
electronic medium in which online communication takes place.
______7. Cyber is simply any crime committed in cyberspace
______8. The RA No. 7719 aims to promote and encourage voluntary blood
donation by the citizenry, provide for adequate, safe and affordable and
equitable distribution of blood and blood products is
______9. The Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act builds it
foundation on 8 pillars.
______10. According to Galvez Tan, et al., 2009, Gateway drugs may be
considered as windows to unprotected sex. These are drugs “that people use
initially that may eventually lead to the abuse of illegal drugs.”

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES
Activity 1: Interview Time
Directions: Interview your parents about the different responsibilities of
parents then ask them the right way of being a parent.
Complete the diagram by stating the different responsibilities of a parents to
children.

• How does parents influence and teach their children?


________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
• Why is it important to know your responsibilities as future parents?
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
ASSESSMENT What I have Learned
(TRUE OR FALSE)
1. TRUE 1. Protect the interest of the consumer
2. TRUE 2. Seat Belts Use Act of 1999
3. TRUE 3. Provides assistance for prevention and control of
4. FALSE
AIDS
5. TRUE
4. R.A 10354
6. FALSE
7. FALSE
5. Traditional and Alternative Medicine Act
8. TRUE 6. National Environment Awareness and Education Act
9. FALSE 7. R.A 7719
10. TRUE 8. Comprehensive Dangerous Drug Act
9. Anti – Child Pornography Act of 2009
Additional Activity 10. Anti – Hazing Law
(INTERVIEW TIME)
Answers may vary
What’s more What is it What’s New
(SUBTANCE USE AND
(Situational task) ABUSE) (YOUR AID TO AIDS!)
1. Reflect! Answers may vary
Answers may vary
2. examples may vary
(TRUE OR FALSE)
3.
1. FALSE
WARNING SIGNS! 2. FALSE
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/0 3. TRUE
8/15/health/cigarette-
warnings.html 4. FALSE
What I can do 5. TRUE
(HEALTH HEADLINES!) 6. TRUE
(RUBRICS) 7. TRUE
8. FALSE
9. TRUE
10. TRUE
What’s In (2) What’s In (1) What I know
(PILLARS OF EDUCATION) (ALTERNATIVES) 1. K
1. Informed Choice 1. Acapulco 2. F
2. Respect for Life 2. Ampalaya (Makiling 3. D
3. Birth Control variety) 4. A
4. Responsible 3. Lagundi (5 leaflets) 5. I
Parenthood 4. Bawang 6. J
5. Bayabas 7. M
6. Sambong 8. E
(REFLECT!) 9. B
7. Niyug-niyogan
(Situational task) Answers 10. L
8. Tsaang-gubat
may vary 9. Yerba Buena 11. H
10. Ulasimang bato 12. G
(Pansit-pansitan) 13. C
ANSWER KEY
REFERENCES:
Textbooks
Physical Education and Health Grade 10 Learner’s Material
Physical Education and Health Grade 10 Teacher’s Guide
https://www.slideshare.net/ceygloria/health-trends-issues-and-concerns-
national-level
https://www.academia.edu/34869260/HEALTH_2ND_QUARTER_Health_Tr
ends_Issues_and_Concerns
Region IX: Zamboanga Peninsula Hymn – Our Eden Land
Here the trees and flowers bloom Gallant men And Ladies fair Cebuanos, Ilocanos, Subanons, Boholanos, Ilongos,
Here the breezes gently Blow, Linger with love and care All of them are proud and true
Here the birds sing Merrily, Golden beams of sunrise and sunset Region IX our Eden Land
The liberty forever Stays, Are visions you’ll never forget
Oh! That’s Region IX Region IX
Our..
Here the Badjaos roam the seas Hardworking people Abound, Eden...
Here the Samals live in peace Every valleys and Dale Land...
Here the Tausogs thrive so free Zamboangueños, Tagalogs, Bicolanos,
With the Yakans in unity

My Final Farewell
Farewell, dear Fatherland, clime of the sun caress'd Let the sun draw the vapors up to the sky,
Pearl of the Orient seas, our Eden lost!, And heavenward in purity bear my tardy protest
Gladly now I go to give thee this faded life's best, Let some kind soul o 'er my untimely fate sigh,
And were it brighter, fresher, or more blest And in the still evening a prayer be lifted on high
Still would I give it thee, nor count the cost. From thee, 0 my country, that in God I may rest.

On the field of battle, 'mid the frenzy of fight, Pray for all those that hapless have died,
Others have given their lives, without doubt or heed; For all who have suffered the unmeasur'd pain;
The place matters not-cypress or laurel or lily white, For our mothers that bitterly their woes have cried,
Scaffold or open plain, combat or martyrdom's plight, For widows and orphans, for captives by torture tried
T is ever the same, to serve our home and country's need. And then for thyself that redemption thou mayst gain

I die just when I see the dawn break, And whe n the d ark nig ht wr ap s the gr ave y ar d ar ound
Through the gloom of night, to herald the day; With only the d e ad in the ir v ig il to s e e
And if color is lacking my blood thou shalt take, B re ak not m y re p os e or the m ys tery p r of ound
Pour'd out at need for thy dear sake And pe rc hanc e thou m ays t he ar a s ad hym n re s ound
To dye with its crimson the waking ray. ' T is I, O my c ountry, r aising a s ong unto the e .

My dreams, when life first opened to me, And ev e n my g rav e is r em em be re d no m ore


My dreams, when the hopes of youth beat high, Unm ark 'd by ne ve r a c r os s nor a stone
Were to see thy lov'd face, O gem of the Orient sea Le t the plow s we ep thr oug h it, the sp ade tur n it o' er
From gloom and grief, from care and sorrow free; That m y as hes m ay c arp e t e ar thly f loor,
No blush on thy brow, no tear in thine eye. B ef ore into nothing nes s at las t the y are b lown.

Dream of my life, my living and burning desire, The n will ob liv ion br ing to me no c ar e
All hail ! cries the soul that is now to take flight; As ove r thy v ale s and p lains I s we e p;
All hail ! And sweet it is for thee to expire ; Thr ob b ing and c le anse d in thy s p ace and air
To die for thy sake, that thou mayst aspire; With c olor and lig ht, with s ong and lame nt I f are ,
And sleep in thy bosom eternity's long night. E v er re p e ating the f aith that I k ee p .

If over my grave some day thou seest grow, M y F athe rland ad or' d, that s ad ne ss to my sor r ow le nd s
In the grassy sod, a humble flower, B e lov ed F ilip inas, he ar now m y las t g o od -b y!
Draw it to thy lips and kiss my soul so, I g ive the e all: p are nts and k indr ed and f r iend s
While I may feel on my brow in the cold tomb below F or I g o wher e no s lav e be f or e the op pr es s or b e nds ,
The touch of thy tenderness, thy breath's warm power. Whe r e f aith c an ne ve r kill, and God r e ig ns e ' er on hig h!

Let the moon beam over me soft and serene, F are well to y ou all, f r om m y s oul tor n away,
Let the dawn shed over me its radiant flashes, F rie nds of m y c hild hood in the home disp oss e ss ed !
Let the wind with sad lament over me keen ; Giv e thanks that I re s t fr om the we ar is om e d ay !
And if on my cross a bird should be seen, F are well to the e, too, s we e t f rie nd that lig hte ne d m y way;
Let it trill there its hymn of peace to my ashes. B e lov ed cre ature s all, f are well! In d e ath ther e is re s t!

I Am a Filipino, by Carlos P. Romulo


I am a Filipino–inheritor of a glorious past, hostage to the uncertain I am a Filipino, child of the marriage of the East and the West. The
future. As such I must prove equal to a two-fold task–the task of East, with its languor and mysticism, its passivity and endurance,
meeting my responsibility to the past, and the task of performing was my mother, and my sire was the West that came thundering
my obligation to the future. across the seas with the Cross and Sword and the Machine. I am of
I sprung from a hardy race, child many generations removed of the East, an eager participant in its spirit, and in its struggles for
ancient Malayan pioneers. Across the centuries the memory comes liberation from the imperialist yoke. But I also know that the East
rushing back to me: of brown-skinned men putting out to sea in must awake from its centuried sleep, shake off the lethargy that has
ships that were as frail as their hearts were stout. Over the sea I see bound his limbs, and start moving where destiny awaits.
them come, borne upon the billowing wave and the whistling wind, I am a Filipino, and this is my inheritance. What pledge shall I give
carried upon the mighty swell of hope–hope in the free abundance that I may prove worthy of my inheritance? I shall give the pledge
of new land that was to be their home and their children’s forever. that has come ringing down the corridors of the centuries, and it
I am a Filipino. In my blood runs the immortal seed of heroes–seed shall be compounded of the joyous cries of my Malayan forebears
that flowered down the centuries in deeds of courage and defiance. when first they saw the contours of this land loom before their eyes,
In my veins yet pulses the same hot blood that sent Lapulapu to of the battle cries that have resounded in every field of combat from
battle against the first invader of this land, that nerved Lakandula Mactan to Tirad Pass, of the voices of my people when they sing:
in the combat against the alien foe, that drove Diego Silang and “I am a Filipino born to freedom, and I shall not rest until freedom
Dagohoy into rebellion against the foreign oppressor. shall have been added unto my inheritance—for myself and my
The seed I bear within me is an immortal seed. It is the mark of my children and my children’s children—forever.”
manhood, the symbol of dignity as a human being. Like the seeds
that were once buried in the tomb of Tutankhamen many thousand
years ago, it shall grow and flower and bear fruit again. It is the
insignia of my race, and my generation is but a stage in the
unending search of my people for freedom and happiness. 14

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