Tayasan Municipal Nutrition Committee

03/07/2026

01/06/2026

Building a Healthier, Safer Learning Environment! 🩺🏫

​The Tayasan Primary Care Facility is proud to partner with DepEd for the Brigada Eskwela '26 Kick-Off Program at Tayasan Central School! Guided by this year’s theme, "Bayanihan sa Paaralan: Nagkakaisa para sa Kaayusan at Kaalaman," our health sector team joined local educators and community leaders to support our learners.

​From signing the Commitment Wall to conducting baseline health checks like height and weight monitoring, we are dedicated to ensuring our students go back to school safe, healthy, and ready to learn.

​A healthy school builds a brighter future! 💙🌱
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26/05/2026

📊 IN PHOTOS: The Tayasan Primary Care Facility team during the Transforming Lives Through Nutrition (TLTN) Monthly Partners' Meeting held today at the Municipal Conference Room in Dauin, Negros Oriental.
Representing Tayasan, our TLTN data focal persons joined municipal and city coordinators across the province to present mid-year progress reports.

Our performance metrics serve as clear proof of our steadfast commitment to delivering quality public health services and meeting our program targets:

• Multiple Micronutrient Supplements (MMS): 156% accomplishment 🥇
• Vitamin A Supplementation: 230% accomplishment 🌟
• Deworming Coverage: 104% accomplishment 🎯
• IEC Material Distribution: 100% accomplishment 📦

We extend our highest commendation and sincere appreciation to our dedicated Midwives, Nurses, Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNSs), BHW's and the whole team at Tayasan Primary Care Facility. Your diligence, expertise, and collaborative effort are the foundation of these remarkable outcomes.

13/05/2026

Good nutrition during pregnancy helps give every child the best start in life 💯

This 🤰, UNICEF highlights the importance of quality antenatal care that includes a comprehensive maternal nutrition package. This includes early and regular antenatal check-ups, nutrition assessment, counselling and education, monitoring of maternal and fetal health, practical guidance on healthy diets and physical activity, and recommended micronutrient supplements to support a healthy pregnancy and reduce the risk of anaemia, low birth weight, and other complications linked to poor maternal nutrition. Every mother deserves quality, respectful care throughout pregnancy to give every child the healthiest start in life.

This work is supported by the Child Nutrition Fund, a catalytic investment that helps expand access to essential nutrition services for pregnant women and young children in the .

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12/05/2026

Strengthening Nutrition Programs for a Healthier Community 💚

The Municipality of Tayasan successfully participated in the MELLPI Pro Regional Level Evaluation conducted by the National Nutrition Council VII. The activity highlighted the municipality’s efforts, accomplishments, and commitment in implementing nutrition programs and services for the community.

We would also like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all members of the Municipal Nutrition Committee (MNC) for their unwavering support, cooperation, and dedication in making the activity successful. Your collective efforts continue to contribute to the improvement of nutrition programs and services for the people of Tayasan.
Through collaboration, dedication, and continuous improvement, the LGU remains committed to promoting better nutrition, health, and wellness for every Tayasanon.

07/05/2026

May 7, 2026, at exactly 9:00 A.M., a session entitled “Mag-Express Tayo: Breast Milk Expression” was successfully conducted at BF1KD M2M Brgy. Magtuhao with a total of ten (10) participants in attendance. The activity aimed to educate mothers on proper breast milk expression using hands, cup feeding techniques, and proper storage of expressed breast milk.
The session started with an opening prayer and introduction of participants. The facilitator discussed the importance of breastfeeding and the benefits of expressing breast milk, especially for mothers who may be away from their babies or experiencing breastfeeding difficulties.
During the session, mothers were taught the proper way of expressing breast milk using hand expression techniques. Demonstrations were conducted to guide participants on correct hand positioning, hygiene practices, and safe collection of breast milk. Participants were encouraged to practice the techniques to help build their confidence and skills.
The discussion also covered proper cup feeding as an alternative feeding method for infants. The facilitator demonstrated the correct positioning of the baby and safe cup-feeding techniques to avoid spilling and choking. Participants actively participated and asked questions regarding proper feeding practices.
In addition, the facilitator explained the proper storage of expressed breast milk, including the use of clean containers, proper labeling, and recommended storage times at room temperature, refrigeration, and freezing. Emphasis was given on maintaining cleanliness and proper handling to ensure the safety and quality of the milk.
The session ended with an open forum, sharing of experiences, and closing remarks. Participants expressed appreciation for the practical knowledge and skills they gained from the activity. Overall, the session was successful in increasing awareness and improving mothers’ confidence in proper breast milk expression, cup feeding, and safe milk storage practices.

30/04/2026

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐮𝐛-𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞: 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐲𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐊𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐚𝐬𝐚𝐧, 𝐀𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐚𝐧!

Strengthening the Link Between Nutrition and Environmental Protection, with a focus on Climate Action

Every year, the Philippines celebrates Nutrition Month (NM) to promote greater awareness and collective action toward improving the nutritional status of Filipinos, mandated by virtue of Presidential Decree No. 491 of 1974 or the Nutrition Act of the Philippines. Since 2024, the NM campaign has been guided by the overarching theme, “Sa PPAN, Sama-Sama sa Nutrisyong Sapat Para sa Lahat,” with a selected sub-theme under this broader call to highlight the key pillars of the Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition (PPAN).

The NNC Technical Committee, consisting of various bureaus, offices, and organizations, has approved“𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘆𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗞𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗻, 𝗔𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗮𝗻!" as this year’s sub-theme. This focus builds on PPAN 2023–2028 programs that promote sustainable and nutrition-sensitive food systems. It highlights the vital connection between nutrition and the environment, emphasizing that protection of natural resources is essential to ensuring sustainable food systems, food security, and good nutrition for present and future generations.

Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns, largely driven by human activities such as the burning of fossil fuels, deforestation, and unsustainable land use. These changes alter the natural environment by increasing global temperatures, disrupting ecosystems, raising sea levels, and intensifying the frequency and severity of extreme weather events (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, 2021). Nutrition and climate change are closely interconnected. Climate change directly affects food systems by influencing agricultural productivity, fisheries, and food supply chains. Rising temperatures, changing rainfall patterns, and the increasing frequency of extreme weather events such as droughts, floods, and typhoons can disrupt food production and reduce the availability of nutritious foods (Food and Agriculture Organization [FAO], 2015). In countries like the Philippines, where many communities rely heavily on agriculture and marine resources for their livelihoods and daily food consumption, these climate-related disruptions can significantly affect access to diverse and healthy diets.

When food production becomes unstable, communities may experience limited access to nutrient-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables, and fish. This situation can increase the risk of malnutrition, particularly among vulnerable populations including children, pregnant women, and low-income households (World Vision International, 2024). Climate change can also affect the nutritional quality of food by altering crop yields and nutrient composition, further challenging efforts to ensure adequate nutrition for all.

At the same time, food systems contribute to climate change. The way food is produced, processed, transported, and consumed generates a significant share of global greenhouse gas emissions. It is estimated that food systems account for approximately 30 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, underscoring the need to promote sustainable diets and environmentally responsible food production practices (UN-Nutrition, 2021). Unsustainable agricultural practices, excessive food waste, and high consumption of resource-intensive foods place pressure on land, water, and biodiversity, ultimately affecting the environment that supports food production.

Addressing these challenges requires a holistic approach that integrates nutrition goals with environmental sustainability. Transforming food systems to become more resilient, sustainable, and inclusive is essential in addressing malnutrition while also mitigating climate change (World Health Organization, 2023). Climate-resilient agriculture, sustainable fisheries, diversified crop production, and the promotion of locally produced and seasonal foods are key strategies that can help ensure stable food supply while protecting natural resources.

Scientific and development organizations also emphasize the importance of investing in climate-resilient and nutrient-dense crops that can adapt to changing environmental conditions while supporting healthy diets (FAO & International Atomic Energy Agency, 2024). These innovations, together with improved agricultural practices and responsible consumption patterns, can help strengthen food systems and promote better nutrition outcomes.

In the Philippines, the National Nutrition Council plays a crucial role in advancing policies and programs that promote proper nutrition across the life cycle. Through coordinated nutrition interventions and multi-sectoral collaboration, the Council supports initiatives that ensure access to safe, nutritious, and sustainable food while responding to emerging challenges such as climate change.

The theme “𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘆𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗞𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗻, 𝗔𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗮𝗻!” serves as a call to action for government agencies, local government units, civil society organizations, the private sector, and communities to work together in protecting both human health and the environment. Safeguarding forests, oceans, agricultural lands, and water resources helps secure our food sources and ensures that future generations will continue to have access to nutritious and sustainable diets.

As we celebrate Nutrition Month 2026, let us recognize that the health of people and the health of the planet are inseparable. By adopting sustainable food practices, reducing food waste, supporting local and climate-resilient food production, and strengthening nutrition programs, we can build resilient food systems and ensure better nutrition for all Filipinos—while caring for the environment that sustains us.





References:
[1] Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. (2015). Climate change, food security and nutrition. FAO.https://www.fao.org/3/i5188e/i5188e.pdf

[2] Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, & International Atomic Energy Agency. (2024). Enhancing agrifood systems through climate-resilient and nutrition-dense crops. https://www.fao.org/publications/card/en/c/cc3734en

[3] Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). (2021). Climate change 2021: The physical science basis. Contribution of Working Group I to the Sixth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Cambridge University Press. https://doi.org/10.1017/9781009157896

[4] UN-Nutrition. (2021). Positioning nutrition as integral to the climate change agenda. https://www.unnutrition.org/publications/positioning-nutrition-climate-change

[5] World Health Organization. (2023). Transforming food systems for healthy diets. https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240076385

[6] World Vision International. (2024). Climate change is increasing hunger and malnutrition. https://www.worldvision.org/our-work/climate-change-hunger-malnutrition