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🎉 Huge congratulations to ASH Philippines! 🎉

Action on Smoking & Health (ASH) Philippines
is deeply honored to receive the prestigious Gawad Manileño award given this 17th day of June, 2024.

We are very grateful to the Local Government of Manila for recognizing ASH Philippines as among the outstanding individuals and organizations dedicated to uplifting the lives of Manileños.

This recognition inspires us to continue our mission of advancing health and enabling Filipinos to achieve freedom from preventable diseases and premature deaths caused by smoking and other lifestyle-related risk factors.

Thank you for your unwavering trust and support. We remain steadfast in our vow to continue our unwavering commitment to safeguard public health. Together, we will keep making strides towards a healthier future for all Filipinos! 🌟

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LOOK!: The Department of Health and leading medical organizations in the Philippines joined forces in a media forum this World No To***co Day with the theme: "Protect our children from the harms of smoking, va**ng, and industry interference."

Today's event featured expert panelists discussing the growing youth va**ng epidemic. Key speakers included Senator Pia Cayetano, Department of Health (Philippines)' Asec. Dr. Albert Domingo, ASH Philippines Executive Director Dr. Maricar Limpin, Philippine Pediatric Society, Inc.' Dr. Rizalina Gonzalez, Lung Center of the Philippines' Dr. Glynna Ong-Cabrera, Philippine College of Physicians' Dr. Rontgene Solante, and Child Rights Network (CRN) Philippines' Mr. Roi Vincent Merca.

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SAN JUAN CITY - Employees of San Juan City, Manila eagerly participated in the Smokefree and Smoking Cessation Forum held on March 26 and April 2, 2024, at City Hall, following the city's recent initiative to become one of the first smokefree cities in Metro Manila.

The forum featured dynamic discussions, shedding light on the impact of to***co use and debunking harmful myths surrounding electronic smoking devices.

Participants demonstrated their unwavering support for stronger to***co control measures and advocacy for smokefree environments by reciting a vow and signing the pledge wall to symbolize their firm resolve to uphold health.

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗽𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗺𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗮𝗻𝘅𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆, 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝘀𝗺𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗶𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝘀, 𝗲-𝗰𝗶𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀.
-Philippine Pediatric Society To***co and Ni****ne Control Advocacy Group

Read more at: https://opinion.inquirer.net/171364/protect-our-children-from-to***co-industry-greed-and-bullying-disguised-as-harm-reduction/amp?fbclid=IwAR1gW0CGvfQdjtSqx4YUfuaYYmSvzKKLeiZJsCND8bJ9t5tDA6iwAfoCpXY

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Action for Smoking and Health executive Director Dr. Maricar Limpin, urged the Philippine government to reassess its strategy for international conferences, emphasizing the need for future delegations to prioritize public health over commercial interests and align their actions with the commitments made under the WHO-FCTC.

Dr. Limpin also called out the Philippine delegations actions, pointing out that their proposals reflect the stance of countries influenced by the to***co industry.

Health advocates, together with Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) Philippines Executive Director Dr. Maricar Limpin, echoed the proposal to let the Department of Health (DOH) lead the future COP during her privilege speech at the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee's investigation into the 'Dirty Ashtray' award.

Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano on Wednesday slammed the Philippine delegation to COP10's push for a 'balanced approach'. According to Cayetano, Filipino to***co farmers receive only a small portion compared to the substantial profits of the to***co industry.

Cayetano arrived at this calculation after he asked National To***co Administration (NTA) Chief Belinda Sanchez for data such as how much the farmers and the to***co industry are earning annually during the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee's probe on the 'Dirty Ashtray' award.

Sen. Pia Cayetano fumed over 5th Dirty Ashtray Award conferred to the Philippine delegation during the 10th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the WHO FCTC.

In her opening remarks, Cayetano said the Dirty Ashtray Award was accorded to a country’s delegation that blocks global to***co control efforts. This is after the Philippine delegation caused delays in discussions during the health convention.

𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐨 𝐒𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬, 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐏𝐇 𝐂𝐎𝐏𝟏𝟎 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐬𝐡𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐲 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝
Press Release
February 22, 2024

Senator Pia Cayetano expressed obvious dismay and disappointment during the Senate Blue Ribbon public hearing yesterday, where she called out the controversial members of the Philippine delegation at the 10th Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the World Health Organization (WHO) Framework Convention on To***co Control (FCTC). This follows the Philippines receiving its 5th Dirty Ashtray award, which is typically given to a country's delegation that obstructs global to***co control efforts, when the Philippine delegation proposed a compromise option that muddled discussions and caused delays, leading to the deferral of important agenda items to COP11.

"Every delay is a win for the to***co companies. Every delay is on the hands of our government officials who allowed it, who held hands with these people and allowed it and are probably cheering na na-accomplish nila yan,” said Senator Pia in her earlier privilege speech.

Senator Pia also called out the delegation’s blatant disregard for public health and asserted her commitment to hold those responsible accountable for receiving the notorious award. "Sa ika-limang pagkakataon, nagawaran ng Global Alliance for To***co Control ang Pilipinas ng Dirty Ashtray award. Bakit po ito nangyari at bakit hinayaan ng ating mga health officials na mangyari ito? We need to get to the bottom of this because we do not want to harm the country's reputation with regards to strengthening health regulations, including to***co control. We want to hear from the officials of the DOH and the other members of the PH delegation on what transpired and to make the responsible persons accountable for this incident," said Pia.

Meanwhile, Senator Alan Cayetano criticized the balanced approach of the delegation and its decision to pander to the to***co industry’s commercial interest. "We cannot present ourselves as anti-to***co kung pro-to***co tayo. So, which goes to my second point na walang such thing as balance,” he stated.

𝐋𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Health advocates, together with Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) Philippines Executive Director Dr. Maricar Limpin, echoed the sentiments to let the Department of Health (DOH) lead the future COP, emphasizing that "the COP10 is a health convention, so perhaps let the actual health experts lead and take the forefront to ensure that decisions are rooted in scientific expertise. The COP10 is not an avenue to negotiate health over the vested interests of the to***co industry; the delegation’s duty is supposed to safeguard public health with diligence and competence.”

Dr. Limpin calls on the government to rectify the Dirty Ashtray award by proposing the adoption of transparent policies, including the disclosure of any potential conflicts of interest within the delegation. Dr. Limpin also insists on a paradigm shift towards a more inclusive decision-making process, which involves actively seeking public input by actively engaging experts and civil society for future COP events.

Despite once again receiving the notorious Dirty Ashtray award, health advocates vow to stand firm alongside Senators Pia and Alan Cayetano in defending public health against the vested interests of the to***co industry.

"As health advocates, we are resolute in our commitment to stand firm and unwavering against the influence of the to***co industry. The Dirty Ashtray award serves as a stark reminder that our fight for public health is far from over. We will continue to work hand in hand with Senators Pia and Alan Cayetano, leveraging our collective strength to ensure that the health and welfare of our citizens take precedence over any commercial interests,” said Dr. Limpin.

“Together, we will persist in striving for a future where the Philippines is not only free from the stain of the Dirty Ashtray award but also emerges as a beacon of exemplary to***co control and public health practices on the global stage," she added.

MANILA, Philippines — The anti-smoking advocacy group Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) Philippines asked the national government on Tuesday to prioritize the health of Filipinos over the trade of to***co products, including electronic alternatives.

According to the group’s executive director Maricar Limpin, as a signatory of the Framework Convention on To***co Control (FCTC) of the World Health Organization (WHO), the country should fulfill its commitments to the treaty.

Read more: https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1900218/govt-urged-to-value-filipinos-health-over-trade-of-to***co-products
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Gov’t urged to value Filipinos’ health over trade of to***co products MANILA, Philippines — The anti-smoking advocacy group Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) Philippines asked the national government on Tuesday to prioritize the health of Filipinos over the trade

🎉 Congratulations sa mga nanalo sa Stop and Gain: A Quit and Win To***co Cessation Contest!!! 🎉

Kayo ang patunay na pagdating sa smoking/va**ng, the only way to win is by quitting! 💪 Healthy ka na, may P5000.00 cash prize ka pa. 💵

DOH, LCP, ASH PHILIPPINES ANNOUNCE NATIONWIDE SMOKING CAMPAIGN WINNERS
Joint Press Release | February 6, 2024

The Department of Health (DOH), together with the Lung Center of the Philippines (LCP) and Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) Philippines, today announced the three winners of the Stop and Gain, the first-ever smoking cessation contest in the country.

"The 'Stop and Gain' contest is a seismic shift in our nation's to***co control initiative by empowering individuals to quit smoking. This pioneering effort has changed lives and ignited a powerful ripple effect in our collective journey towards the smoke-free Philippines," said ASH Philippines Executive Director Dr. Maricar Limpin.

During its five-month run, the Stop and Gain contest attracted over 1,100 participants across the country. The following are the three grand prize winners who were selected from a raffle draw following rigorous validation processes and were given PHp 5,000.00 each.

1. Mr. Noel Mandawe, Baguio City, Benguet
2. Mr. Jesus Samson, Carmona, Cavite
3. Ms. Juvie Ann Yatar, Kalibo, Aklan

In addition, the smoking cessation facilities are recognized for their crucial role in ensuring that former smokers from their respective jurisdictions receive smoking cessation support services and for their outstanding efforts in registering the high numbers of eligible participants. These smoking cessation facilities include:

1. 97 Entries - Carmona City Health Office, Carmona, Cavite
2. 50 Entries - Dr. Rafael S. Tumbokon Hospital, Kalibo, Aklan
3. 17 Entries - Maasin City Health Unit, Southern Leyte
4. 10 Entries - Sanchez Mira Health Office, Cagayan

"Through this contest, we have realized that countless individuals have a profound desire to break free from the shackles of smoking and embrace a life free of its grasp. The success of this contest not only reaffirms our unwavering dedication of advancing public health but underscores the significance of innovative approaches in building a to***co-free future for our country," said Roberto Del Rosario, President of the Framework Convention Alliance on To***co Control Philippines (FCAP).

“The winners inspire all who struggle with to***co and v**e addiction. They are examples of how it is to journey towards a healthier and smoke-free life. Congratulations, and thank you to LCP and ASH Philippines for initiating this meaningful endeavor. Dahil sa Bagong Pilipinas, Bawat Buhay Mahalaga!” expressed DOH Secretary Teodoro J. Herbosa.

Isang tulog na lang! Malapit na natin makilala ang mga winners sa Stop and Gain! 👀

Bukas na! This February 6, 2024, sabay-sabay nating abangan ang live broadcast sa ASH Philippines at DOH Official page! Baka ikaw na ang mapili! 🌟

Kitakits! 📺🎉

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Uyy! 2 days na lang makikilala na natin ang mga winners ng Stop and Gain! 👀

Handa na ba kayo? Save the date: February 6, 2024 at tunghayan dito lamang sa ASH Philippines at DOH Official page ang live broadcast announcement! 🌟

Exciting 'to, kitakits! 📺🎉

Abangan! 3 days na lang bago ang big reveal! 👀

Mark your calendars sa February 6, 2024, para sa announcement ng mga winners ng Stop and Gain! Wag palampasin, baka ikaw na ang swertehin! 🌟

Live broadcast exclusive here at ASH Philippines and DOH Official page. 📺

Kitakits!! 🎉

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Psst. Excited na ba kayo sa big reveal? 👀

Tune in sa February 6, 2024 at abangan ang announcement ng Stop and Gain winners! Baka ikaw na ang maswerteng nanalo! 🌟

Live broadcast announcment only here at ASH Philippines and DOH Official page. 📺

Kitakits, and wag magpapa-miss! 🎉

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Embrace a fresh start this 2024 and let this year be the start date to a smokefree, happier and healthier version of you! 🌟 Cheers to a rejuvenated YOU in 2024! 🥂🎊
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Don't let shifting hold you back from a healthier future! Choose cessation for a fresh start and embrace a smoke/v**e-free, brighter future!

Stay excited and stay tuned for the Stop and Gain announcement of winners on January 23, 2024! Join us in the live broadcast here on facebook 🎉

A heartfelt thank you to all the incredible participants who joined the "Stop and Gain: A Quit and Win To***co Cessation Contest"

Your participation and commitment to health is truly commendable! Get ready for the grand moment! 🎉 We'll be announcing the winner LIVE on Facebook this coming January 23, 2023!

Mark your calendars, set your alarms, and join us for a celebration of healthy and life! Thank you all for being a part of this incredible journey. 🙌 Stay tuned, and stay excited.
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