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Dr. Michael Manalaysay, chairman of the Pediatrics Department of the Southern Philippines Medical Center echoed the same concerns, but said that early exposure to digital media not only can result into developmental problems, but also lead to physical ailments as well. (photo from flickr.com)

Doctors warn effects of digital media to children

Saying that early exposure of children to digital media may have several effects in their behavior, developmental behavioral pediatricians here called for parents to regulate the use of such devices, especially those younger than three years old.

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Read more about the article Girl, 13, is youngest person with HIV in Davao
ADVOCATE.Nathaniel David, a person living with HIV-AIDS (PLHIV) since 2010, says that there is a need for persons with HIV to be educated about the disease.(Ace R. Morandante/davaotoday.com)

Girl, 13, is youngest person with HIV in Davao

A local health official confirmed that a 13-year old girl in the city is the youngest person living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) here.

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Read more about the article Davao restos urged to promote brown rice
?Alejandro Yadao, Jr., ? Department of Agriculture ?R?egion 11 rice coordinator?,? ?says that brown rice is much more nutritious than white rice, since it has higher protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.(Paulo C. Rizal/davaotoday.com)

Davao restos urged to promote brown rice

In a resolution passed Tuesday, owners of food establishments are encouraged to include brown rice in their menu in line with the agriculture department's #BROWN4good challenge.

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