The House of Representatives approved Wednesday a bill strengthening the government’s national health program for senior citizens through a comprehensive nutrition and wellness program to prevent poor nutrition among the elderly and illnesses related to it. The chamber has approved on third and final reading House Bill 8461 amending Republic…
The House of Representatives approved Wednesday a bill strengthening the government’s national health program for senior citizens through a comprehensive nutrition and wellness program to prevent poor nutrition among the elderly and illnesses related to it.
Romualdez said this comprehensive program aims to promote and protect the right of senior citizens to health and instill consciousness about the need for their health and proper nutrition.
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