Sariaya Rural Health Unit

The National Nutrition Council (NNC) reminds the public to take extra precautions amid the extreme heat conditions being experienced across the country. While the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) declared the onset of the rainy season on 4 June 2026, high temperatures and elevated heat indices continue to be recorded in several areas.

PAGASA has reported heat index levels ranging from:
Caution category: (27°C–32°C)
Danger: (42°C–51°C)
Extreme danger: (52°C and above).

As the country experiences increasingly high temperatures, extreme heat has profound effects on nutrition. Rising temperatures can reduce appetite, increase the body's need for water, and affect food production and availability. Heat stress may compromise the nutritional status of vulnerable populations, while climate-related events such as droughts and extreme weather can threaten food security and access to nutritious foods.

Extreme heat conditions also pose serious health risks. Beyond causing discomfort, prolonged heat stress can lead to heat strain causing dehydration, heat exhaustion, cardiovascular strain, heat stroke, and other health concerns, particularly among children, older persons, pregnant women, and individuals with pre-existing medical conditions.

Recognizing the close connection between nutrition and the environment, the National Nutrition Council (NNC) highlights the importance of adopting healthy and sustainable practices in line with the 2026 Nutrition Month theme, "Nutrisyon at Kalikasan, Ating Pangalagaan." The theme underscores the shared responsibility to protect both human health and the environment to ensure a nourished and resilient future for every Filipinos.

To lessen the impact of extreme heat on nutrition and health, the public is encouraged to:
1. Stay adequately hydrated. Drink safe water regularly throughout the day. Don’t wait until you feel thirsty to take a sip.
2. Eat water-rich foods. Incorporate fruits and vegetables to help maintain proper hydration;
3. Follow the Pinggang Pinoy guide. Eat a balanced diet to support the body's ability to cope with heat and other environmental stressors; and
4. Choose fresh, locally available, and seasonal foods which not only promote better nutrition but also support environmentally sustainable food systems.

Protecting ourselves from extreme heat also means protecting the environment. Simple actions such as conserving water, reducing food waste, supporting local agriculture, and participating in climate-resilient community initiatives contribute to a healthier planet and a more secure food future.

As Nutrition Month reminds us, nutrition and environmental stewardship go hand in hand. By making informed food choices, staying hydrated, and caring for our natural resources, every Filipino can help build healthier communities that are better prepared for the challenges of a changing climate.

2nd Quarter Health Board Meeting
Nagpulong ngayong umaga, Hunyo 29, 2026, ang 2nd Quarter Local Health Board Meeting sa Mayor's Conference Room, 3rd Floor, Municipal Hall, Sariaya, Quezon upang talakayin ang mga mahahalagang usapin at programang may kaugnayan sa pagpapalakas ng serbisyong pangkalusugan sa bayan.
Ang pagpupulong ay pinangunahan ni Mayor Marivic T. Gayeta, na kinatawanan ni Municipal Administrator Randy Tronila, kasama ang mga miyembro ng Local Health Board at mga kinatawan mula sa iba't ibang tanggapan at ahensya, kabilang sina Municipal Health Officer Dr. Omar Ilagan, Municipal Dentist Dr. Irma Cadiz, Engr. Rico De Leon (DOH), Mr. Errald Gabiola (Sanitation Inspector IV), Ms. Gareth Roces (Sanitation Inspector III), Ms. Jacqueline Abrihan (Nurse III - RHU), Mr. Oliver Arzadon (RHU/DOH), at Ms. Jessa Reynoso (RHU).
Kabilang sa mga natalakay ang iba't ibang programa at inisyatiba sa pampublikong kalusugan, mga proyekto sa health facilities, at iba pang mahahalagang usaping naglalayong higit pang mapaunlad ang kalidad ng serbisyong pangkalusugan para sa bawat Sariayahin.

𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐚𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐩 𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐧 𝐬𝐚 𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐭 𝐧𝐚 𝐃𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐞! 🦟

Kasabay ng sunod-sunod na pag-ulan ay ang panganib ng Dengue. Kaya importanteng panatilihing malinis ang ating mga tahanan at kapaligiran.

Kalimitang namamahay at nangingitlog ang mga lamok na may dalang Dengue sa mga gamit at lugar na may naipong tubig.

Alamin kung saan nahahanap ang mga kiti-kiti at ano ang mga dapat gawin upang puksain ang mga ito.

Tandaan: kung walang lamok, walang dengue! 🚫

Masamang pakiramdam ngayong tag-ulan? Baka W.I.L.D. na yan!

Ngayong tag-ulan, nakaamba na naman ang banta ng W.I.L.D. diseases —
💧Waterborne and Foodborne Diseases
🤒Influenza-like Illnesses
🐀 Leptospirosis
🦟 Dengue

Sundin at ipamahagi ang impormasyon sa mga larawan tungkol sa waterborne, foodborne, at influenza-like illnesses upang malaman ang sintomas at paraan ng pag-iwas sa mga sakit na ito.

MASDAN —

Patuloy ang Dental Health Section ng Rural Health Unit (RHU) Sariaya sa paghahatid ng libreng Oral Examination at Toothbrushing Drill sa iba’t ibang barangay. Kasabay nito, namahagi rin sila ng mga libreng toothbrush at toothpaste para sa mga bata.

Nitong ika-23 ng Hunyo, matagumpay na binisita nina Municipal Health Dentist Dr. Irma V. Cadiz at ng kanyang team ang mga Day Care Center sa Barangay Pili at Barangay Morong.