National Policy & Strategic Framework on Adolescent Health & Development
Country Resources
Child and Youth General Health Policies, Laws, Strategies & Plans, Service Standards
Philippines
1 March 2013
Policy document
Print
Government of the Philippines
Department of Health
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Description
This is referred to as the accelerated action plan on adolescent health aiming for improvements in health indicators and outcomes for 10-19 year olds.This policy contains points on both physical and mental health.
Its objectives are:
- to provide strong strategic framework for adolescent care that is anchored in the concept of universal care.
- Provide policy and direction for department of health in the Philippines.
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