Department of Nutrition - College of Public Health, UP Manila

Great news! 🎉

The 28th Course on Food Safety (CFS), held last July 9-12, 2024, has been approved for 𝟮𝟯.𝟬 𝗖𝗣𝗗 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘀 for 𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁-𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀. RND participants will receive their CPD certificates via email on or before 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰.

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The Department of Nutrition, College of Public Health, University of the Philippines Manila will be offering two new online short courses:

🔹Short Course on Managing Nutrition-related Data
September 25-27, 2024
https://sites.google.com/up.edu.ph/don-cph-upm/short-course-offerings/managing-nutrition-related-data?authuser=0

🔹 4th Online Basic Course on Nutritional Epidemiology
November 25-28, 2024
https://sites.google.com/up.edu.ph/don-cph-upm/short-course-offerings/online-basic-course-in-nutritional-epidemiology?authuser=0

Let's dive deep into the intricacies of Nutrition-related data to drive impactful nutrition research and health outcomes.

See you there!

🔍 Read more on the training course here:
https://bit.ly/UPCPHDON-CFSBrochure
🔍 Find answers to frequently asked questions including course information, payment details, and platforms to be used: https://bit.ly/DONShortCoursesFAQs
🤩 Secure your slots now! You may pre-register here: https://bit.ly/DONShortCoursesPreReg
💡Your slots will only be confirmed upon receipt of pre-registration payment. Pre-registration fee is Php 1,000.00. Upload your proof of payment here: https://bit.ly/UPCPHDON-PaymentShortCourse
We hope to see you there!

𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀! 👩🏻‍💻📚👨🏻‍💻

Mark your calendars! The Department of Nutrition, UP College of Public Health is offering two more short courses this year:

✅ 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻-𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮
🗓️ September 25–27, 2024

✅ 𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆
🗓️ November 25–28, 2024

Don't miss out—follow this page for updates! 🤙

𝟐𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐅𝐒 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬: 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐚 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 💯✅

Organized by the Department of Nutrition (DON), the 28th Course on Food Safety concluded yesterday, July 12, with participants receiving certificates, marking the end of a successful four-day program filled with lectures, workshops, a plenary session, and an educational facility tour.

On the fourth and final day of the course, participants engaged in further discussions on legal frameworks and requirements that ensure the safety and quality of food products. They also toured a catering service provider's facility to deepen their understanding of industry-level food safety principles:

📌 Facility Tour to MacroAsia SATS Inflight Services Corporation
📌 Philippine Food Safety Laws and Regulations by Atty. Elizabeth R. Pulumbarit of the UP Law Center

Dr. Fernando B. Garcia Jr., dean and centre director of the UP College of Public Health, joined the organizers in congratulating the participants. DON chair Dr. Kim Leonard G. dela Luna meanwhile delivered the closing remarks, encouraging participants to apply their new knowledge in their respective fields.

The department also announced upcoming short courses for this year, including:

🔴Short Course on Managing Nutrition-related Data: September 25–27
🔴4th Online Basic Course in Nutritional Epidemiology: November 25–28

𝟐𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐅𝐒 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩 𝐇𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐏 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧; 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬

To further equip participants with food safety principles and familiarize them with control measures that address food hazards, attendees of the 28th Course on Food Safety (CFS) collaborated to create their own Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plans during the third day of the short course.

Meanwhile, guest speakers from the UP College of Public Health (CPH) and Philippine Trade Training Center led the morning sessions, enhancing the participants' knowledge and understanding of essential food safety concepts.

📌 Foodborne Outbreak Investigation by Dr. Paul Adrian V. Pinlac
📌 ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System by Ms. Maria Luz C. Lizada
📌 Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) by Dr. Kim Leonard G. Dela Luna
📌 HACCP Workshop and Plenary by Dr. Dela Luna, Asst. Prof. Anna Paulina S. Rodriguez, Mr. Rowel C. Malimban

The four-day short course will hold its closing ceremony today, July 12, at 3:00 p.m. at the UP CPH Auditorium.

𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝟐𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐅𝐒 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐

Speakers from the UP Diliman College of Home Economics, Philippine Trade Training Center-Global MSME Academy, and Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards shared insights and expertise during the second day of the 28th Course on Food Safety.

The day 2 sessions featured presentations from industry experts, offering a rich and engaging program:

📌 Chemical and Physical Hazards in Foods by Dr. Rowena Grace R. Sanchez
📌 Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) by Ms. Djanna F. Cornago
📌 Relevant Food Safety Standards in the Agriculture and Fishery Sector | Food Defense by Dr. Karen Kristine A. Roscom

The four-day short course is organized by the UP College of Public Health (CPH) Department of Nutrition, coinciding with their 50th founding year and CPH's 97th anniversary.

𝟐𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟 💯

In celebration of the 50th founding anniversary of the UP College of Public Health Department of Nutrition, today marks the commencement of the four-day 28th Food Safety Course training series. 🌱

Attended by almost 100 participants, the session featured insightful presentations from esteemed speakers, offering a diverse and engaging program:

📌 Introduction to Food Safety by Asst. Prof. Raycha Lei Concess Rama-Sabandal
📌 Food and Water Microbiology by Asst. Prof. Azita Raquel Lacuna
📌 Major Parasitic Foodborne Diseases by Asst. Prof. Myra Mistica
📌 Stored Product Pests by Dr. Arlene Bertuso

Let’s work towards a safer tomorrow through better food safety practices today! 🌱🍴

✨𝗢𝗛 𝗠𝗬 𝗚𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗬!🌽🥬 𝗜𝗧’𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗛 𝗢𝗙 𝗝𝗨𝗟𝗬✨

The month of Nutrition has come again in the Philippines and to celebrate its 50th Anniversary, the Department of Nutrition invites you to attend the Flag Raising Ceremony this 𝟴𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰, 𝟴:𝟬𝟬𝗔𝗠, 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲.

HON. VIRGITH B. BUENA, Chair of the Board of Nutrition and Dietetics Professional Regulation Commission will be joining us to give an inspirational message for the month of Nutrition with the theme “𝙎𝙖 𝙋𝙋𝘼𝙉 𝙎𝙖𝙢𝙖-𝙨𝙖𝙢𝙖 𝙨𝙖 𝙉𝙪𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙖𝙥𝙖𝙩 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙖 𝙨𝙖 𝙇𝙖𝙝𝙖𝙩”.

Join us in this significant event to promote health, wellness, and proper nutrition for all. Let's make this celebration memorable and impactful as we advocate for a healthier future! See you there! 🥗🌟

We heard you right!

The deadline for the Pre-registration fee is extended until July 5, 2024.

Hurry! Secure your slots now.

The 28th Course on Food Safety will be held on July 09-12, 2024.

The course is a 4-day program that follows the WHO-ICD-SEAMEO training module. It aims to equip its participants with technical competency in food safety principles and concepts needed to address issues and challenges in their respective fields.

🔍 Read more on the training course here:
https://bit.ly/UPCPHDON-CFSBrochure

🔍 Find answers to frequently asked questions including course information, payment details, and platforms to be used: https://bit.ly/DONShortCoursesFAQs

🤩 Secure your slots now! You may pre-register here: https://bit.ly/DONShortCoursesPreReg

💡Your slots will only be confirmed upon receipt of payment. The course fee is Php 10,000.00 for local applicants and US $350.00 for foreign applicants. Upload your proof of payment here: https://bit.ly/UPCPHDON-PaymentShortCourse

We hope to see you there!

It is that time of year~
Be ready to plot your calendars! 🗓️

The 28th Course on Food Safety will be held on July 09-12, 2024.

The course is a 4-day program that follows the WHO-ICD-SEAMEO training module. It aims to equip its participants with technical competency in food safety principles and concepts needed to address issues and challenges in their respective fields.

🔍 Read more on the training course here:
https://bit.ly/UPCPHDON-CFSBrochure

🔍 Find answers to frequently asked questions including course information, payment details, and platforms to be used: https://bit.ly/DONShortCoursesFAQs

🤩 Secure your slots now! You may pre-register here: https://bit.ly/DONShortCoursesPreReg

💡Your slots will only be confirmed upon receipt of payment. The course fee is Php 10,000.00 for local applicants and US $350.00 for foreign applicants. Upload your proof of payment here: https://bit.ly/UPCPHDON-PaymentShortCourse

We hope to see you there!

The Philippines is facing a dual challenge of increasing noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), including rising obesity rates and the adverse impacts of climate change. In addition, malnutrition remains a persistent issue, with high rates of undernutrition among children and micronutrient deficiencies among vulnerable populations.

The students of the Master of Science in Public Health (Nutrition) and Doctor of Public Health (Nutrition) Seminar Class cordially invite you to a webinar entitled, “Fostering Wellness Through Nutritional and Environmental Solutions” to learn about how these challenges are addressed by discussions on the impact of climate change on obesity, influence of food environments, NCD interventions, and dietary optimization, aiming to foster wellness through innovative solutions.

Happening virtually on May 28, 2024 (Tuesday) from 1:00 PM- 3:30 PM via Zoom. To register, go to bit.ly/FosteringWellness2024 or scan the QR code below. This webinar is free and certificates will be provided.

We look forward to seeing you!

Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges of our time, impacting various aspects of our lives, including our health and nutrition.

The students of Master of Science in Public Health (Nutrition) cordially invite you to this webinar entitled, “Understanding and Responding to the Impacts of Climate Change on Nutrition” this coming March 26, 2024, 2PM - 3:30PM

Register and secure your slot through this link: https://tinyurl.com/PHN297-2Seminar2024
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with the information about joining the webinar. This webinar can accommodate 60 pre-registered participants.
We hope you can join us virtually!

Hello, participants! — Here are the contest mechanics as part of the CPH Wellness Wednesday session with the theme, "CPH, G ka na ba? Let's Grow Na!" held earlier.

Together, let's !

Receive a gardening starter kit* when you register to the CPH Wellness Wednesday session happening tomorrow, March 20, 2024 with the theme, "CPH, G ka na ba? Let's Grow Na!"

Register now and secure your slot through this link: bit.ly/CPHWellnessWedbyNutri

*first 30 pre-registered participants

Sustainable home and community gardening is essential to achieve better nutritional outcomes as it allows individuals to produce a diverse range of fresh, nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables at home, the community, and the workplace.

The Department of Nutrition cordially invites you to the CPH Wellness Wednesday session this coming March 20, 2024, 3 PM with the theme, "CPH, G ka na ba? Let's Grow Na!"
To our CPH Community, there are prizes and limited small tokens to be given away.
Register now and secure your slot through this link: bit.ly/CPHWellnessWedbyNutri

We hope to see you virtually! Let’s all have fun and be encouraged to grow our own edible plants. And together, !

The Department of Nutrition, College of Public Health, University of the Philippines Manila is seeking to fill A FULL-TIME SUBSTITUTE FACULTY POSITION. Please see the Application Process below:

WE ARE HIRING!!

Plot your calendars! 🗓

The 3rd Online Basic Course on Nutrition Epidemiology will be held on January 16-19, 2024. 🍽️

This course provides a comprehensive and systematic review of contemporary issues in human nutrition that require the application of epidemiologic principles and quantitative methods. The short course is conveniently categorized into three days. This course is designed for professionals in the fields of nutrition, public health, biology, or medicine who want to apply epidemiologic principles and methods in the conduct of nutrition research.

🔍 Read more on the training course here:
https://sites.google.com/.../online-basic-course-in...
🔍 Find answers to frequently asked questions including course information, payment details, and platforms to be used: https://bit.ly/2023DONShortCoursesFAQs
🤔 Not yet decided? You may pre-register here: bit.ly/DONShortCoursesPreReg
💡 Your slots will only be confirmed upon receipt of payment. The course fee is Php 3,000 for regular participants and Php 2,500 for Graduate Students. Upload your proof of payment here: http://bit.ly/3Tzs3H5