advisory re Belo cosmetic products

Food and Drug Administration Philippines letter dated 09 August 2011 contains the following words regarding Belo Essentials Sun Expert SPF 60 product: “This refers to your inquiry regarding the registration of . . . Belo Essentials Sun Expert
Sun Expert SPF 60 product: . . . As per our database, records show that the hereunder products are the only notified products with this
Office . . . Solait Moisturizing Sun Lotion SPF 30 . . . Sunplay Super Block SPF 130“. Said letter contains no indications that Belo Essentials cosmetic products are notified products with said Office. The sender of said letter was identified as
Virginia Francia C. Laboy, Chief Product Services Division.

Stores in Manila which sold imported food products without visible name and address, on the exterior of the can/packaging,of the importer or distributor of said product are: Shop Wise, at Harrison Plaza; SM Supermarket at SM City, Manila.

Stores in Makati which sold imported food products without visible name and address, on the exterior of the can/packaging, of the importer or distributor of said product are: Rustans supermarket at Ayala Center, Makati; SM Supermarket at Ayala Center, Makati;
the Landmark supermarket at Ayala Center, Makati; Rustans suprtmsrket at Power Plant
building, Rockwell.

Security lapses occurred on September 3, 2011 at an entrance to SM City Manila building. The guards at said entrance didn't inspect well my luggage and didn't inspect the boots I was wearing. Said boots are large enough to contain a firearm. After I entered said building I went to the following establishments in said building: Banco De Oro branch, SM Department Store,SM supermarket, National Book Store branch, Tokyo Tokyo restaurant branch. None of the guards at entrances to
said establishments inspected well my luggage and didn't inspect said boots.




advisory for senior citizens vs. Regional Director, DSWD, NCR
I have evidence that my registered letter, identified as registered letter No. 4-5-11-2, was received by said addressee or his/her authorized representative on 4/711. Said letter contained a complaint
regarding a violation of the Senior Citizens Act. Up to September 2, 2011 said Regional Director has
not provided me with a reply to said letter. I believe said DSWD Regional Director violated R.A. 6713.

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Ask a Librarian
Ask a Librarian web site

http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/mysteries/
Library of Congress Science Reference Services

D'24K Photo Inc. with address at 713 R. Hidalgo St.Quiapo, Manila, Philippines issued to me invoice No.
32336 with the space for customer's signature already filled in. I have an image of said invoice.

Advisory vs. D'24k Photo Inc.
which was at 713 R. Hidalgo St., Quiapo, Manila. On 8/11/11, an employee, at said store, issued to me sales invoice No. 32336 wherein the handwriting below the words “Received the above goods in good order and condition” is not mine, the customer. Because of said handwriting, I can no longer complain if I found something wrong with the product sold to me.

Advisory re the Landmark at Ayala Center, Makati.
I recently went to said building. The guard at an entrance to said building didn't inspect well my luggage, which is large enough to contain grenades.I went to different parts of said building but in the customer areas of said store,there was no visible express lane for senior citizens. I believe the management of the Landmark violated a provision of the Senior Citizens Act of 2010.

While I was in said building, I bought food from what was identified as Chow King store.I have proof of purchase.While I was at said store, there was no visible express lane for senior citizens and no visible required prominent display of posters, stickers, etc. regarding the privileges of senior citizens.I believe the management of said store violated an implementing rule/regulation of said law.
privileges of senior citizens.I believe the management of said store violated an implementing rule/regulation of said law.

While I was at said Chow King store, I saw an employee at what was identified as the kitchen of said fast food store. Said employee was identified as: Jose. He toucheemployee was identified as: Jose. He touched a ball pen, etc, and then with said bare hands, touched plates used for customers foods. So the germs from said ball pen could transfer to said plates. An employee at said restaurant who served me didn't have a visible health certificate at the upper left of the clothing he/she was
wearing.


From the Landmark building, I went to the Park Square 1 building at Ayala Center, Makati. The guard at an entrance to said building: did not inspect my luggage; didn't use a metal detector to scan said luggage; didn't use a bomb sniffing dog to
smell said luggage. Said luggage is big enough to contain grenades. I have proof that I purchased a product from a store in said Park Square 1.
From said Park Square 1, I went to SM building at Ayala Center Makati.The guard at an entrance to said building: did not inspect my luggage; didn't use a metal detector to scan said luggage; didn't use a bomb sniffing dog to smell said luggage. Said luggage is big enough to contain grenades.I purchased food from a store identified as Tokyo Tokyo in the food court at said building.I have proof of purchase. A person at said store who was handling food didn't have displayed a health certificate.From the food court I went to what was identified as SM Supermarket.I went to different parts of said store but, in the customer area of said store, there was no required prominent display of poster, stickers, etc. regarding
the privileges of senior citizens. I believe the management of said store violated implementing rule/regulation of the Seniorthe privileges of senior citizens. I believe the management of said store violated implementing rule/regulation of the Senior Citizens Act of 2011.

in the food court at said building.I have proof of purchase. A person at said store who was handling food didn't have displayed
a health certificate.From the food court I went to what was identified as SM Supermarket.I went to different parts of said
store but, in the customer area of said store, there was no required prominent display of poster, stickers, etc. regarding
the privileges of senior citizens. I believe the management of said store violated implementing rule/regulation of the Senior
Citizens Act of 2010.





Evidence vs. the Mandaluyong post office:
The registry return receipt for registered letter No. 8-5-6 addressed to the the Building Administrator of SM Megamall does not bear on the back of said receipt the postmark of the date of the delivery of said registered letter.

customer advisory re Mangan restaurant
which was at Robinsons Place Manila. On May 27, 2011, I sent a letter, via registered mail, addressed to Mangan & Co. Inc., which was identified as the owner and operator of said restaurant. Based on the registry return receipt for said letter, said letter was received on June 13, 2011 by said addressee. Up to August 10, 2011, said addressee has not provided me with a reply to said letter. As a public service to customers, said letter contained request for information regarding said restaurant.
said letter. As a public service to customers, said letter contained request for information regarding said restaurant.


DOH WARNS AGAINST COMPLACENCY AGAINST DENGUE
http://www.doh.gov.ph/
Press Release/4 August 2011

The Department of Health (DOH) today reiterated its warning to the public and the various local governments not to be complacent against Dengue.

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cpsc gov on safety web site

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Don't Wreck Your Vacation!
http://www.cdc.gov/Features/InternationalRoadSafety/

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re-nest web site

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On July 28, 2011, I experienced lax security at two entrances to Robinsons Place Ermita, Manila. The first security lapse I experienced was at what was identified as the Sta. Monica entrance. Nobody at said entrance: inspected my luggage, used a
metal detector to scan said luggage; used a bomb sniffing dog to smell said luggage. The second time that I experienced lax security on July 28, 2011 at an entrance to said building was when I entered said building through the street entrance to
the Robinsons Department store.Nobody at said entrance: inspected my luggage, used a metal detector to scan said luggage; used a bomb sniffing dog to smell said luggage. At both times on July 28, 2011 when I entered said building, the luggage I used was
large enough to contain grenades.



On July 18, 2011, when I went to the Jollibee restaurant at Robinsons Place Ermita, Manila, the employee who attended to me didn't have a health certificate attached to the clothing he/she was wearing.I have a receipt issued to me by an employee
of said store. The cashier who attended to me was identified as "Mae".



Evidence vs. Robinsons postal station at Robinsons Place Ermita, Manila. I have evidence that, on May 26, 2011, I mailed, at the Ermita post office in Manila, a letter addressed to the said Robinsons postal station. Said letter was designated as
registered letter No. 5-26-5. Based on the registry return receipt for said letter, said letter was received on 27-May-2011. Up to July 28, 2011, said addressee has not provided me with a reply to said letter.


DOH LEVELS UP IN HEALTH EMERGENCY & DISASTER PREPAREDNESS
http://www.doh.gov.ph/
Press Release/27 July 2011

The Department of Health (DOH), represented by Assistant Secretary Paulyn Jean Rosell-Ubial, today launched four books and a website in an effort to boost its health advocacy activities to reduce the impact of disasters and empower every Filipino in reducing risks and casualties.in reducing risks and casualties.

The materials consist of the DOH Health Emergency Management Staff’s Pocket Emergency Tool, Safe Hospital Assessment Tool,
and Surveillance in Post Extreme Emergencies and Disasters (SPEED) Operations Manual for Managers.
With support from the World Health Organization, the series of books can be effectively used as reference materials by health
professionals and implementers. The book “Beyond Data” is a compilation of experiences and lessons learned from the hospitals’
point of view on how they were able to survive, address and sustain medical needs services of its client and patients.

“These are timely materials that are worth sharing to the public to raise their awareness and to enhance their knowledge so that
communities may understand its essential role in health emergencies and disasters,” Ubial explained.

The new emergency books are all part of the DOH commitment to ensure Universal Health Care. Initiatives such as Surveillance in
Post Extreme Emergencies and Disasters (SPEED) and Hospitals Safe from Disasters are important interventions that can secure health
service delivery even when disaster strikes.

On the same occasion, the Health Emergency Management Staff officially launched its web portal that will be available to the public
starting today. This website contains information from all the regions with special features on emergency preparedness, management
and response. Latest health advisories are also provided with access to information needed by the public related to emergency.


On the same occasion, the Health Emergency Management Staff officially launched its web portal that will be available to the public
starting today. This website contains information from all the regions with special features on emergency preparedness, management
and response. Latest health advisories are also provided with access to information needed by the public related to emergency.

WHO Country Representative Dr Soe Nyunt-U further affirmed that disaster preparedness in the health sector is a crucial development
agenda and efforts towards this end are key areas for collaboration. Being the co-lead of the Department of Health, the WHO recognizes
the importance of this advocacy to increase awareness of the public.

As the Department of Health doubles its efforts to achieve Universal Health Care, it has recognized the importance of mainstreaming
health emergency management programs which are vital in securing the gains we have achieved so far. Documentation of how these programs
evolved in response to the emerging needs is an essential component of learning how to further improve them. Similarly, putting
guidelines into writing is essential as it facilitates standard practice across field implementers during emergencies.

“Let us all work towards achieving Universal Health Care (Kalusugan Pangkalahatan) and focus our efforts on shifting our response from
disaster preparedness to disaster risk reduction,” Ubial concluded.

The Use of “Tuko” To Cure AIDS Or Asthma
http://www.doh.gov.ph/
PRESS STATEMENT
14 July 2011

The folkloric practice of using geckos (or “tuko”) as cure for AIDS and asthma persists to this day and is of serious concern to the
Department of Health (DOH). There is no basis that this practice cures ailments like AIDS or brings relief from symptoms of asthma.

Thus, we do not recommend it as cure for any ailment.

The use of geckos as cure, which is unproven and have no scientific basis, could be dangerous because patients might not seek the
proper treatment for their diseases like asthma which could become more serious and later require hospitalization and other more
complicated as well as more expensive treatment. Further, this is likely to aggravate their overall health and put them at greater risk.

For diseases like asthma, there are now very effective treatments that are easily available and at affordable prices that can
provide relief from asthma. With regular treatment, asthmatics can successfully control asthmatic symptoms and live a comfortable, healthy life.


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Leptospirosis Risk in Outdoor Activities
http://www.cdc.gov/Features/Leptospirosis/

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Google News web site

Evidence vs. the Postmaster General of the Philippine Postal Corporation and the employees of said corporation.
Based on the registry return receipt for my registered letter No. 10-18-8 addressed to the Postmaster General/O.I.C. of the Philippine Postal Corporation was received on October 21, 2010 by the Office of the Postmaster General. Up to May 19. 2011, said Postmaster General or O.I.C. of said corporation has not provided me with acknowlegement that he received said letter and has not informed me as to what
action, if any, he has taken regarding said letter. I have sent registered letters with registry return receipts through said corporation. I paid for the postage on said receipts. Said corporation is supposed to have said registry receipts properly
filled out when the attached letters are delivered to the addressees of said letters. Then, said registry receipts are supposed to be mailed back to the
senders of said letters. Many times, said corporation has never sent back to me the
senders of said letters. Many times, said corporation has, up to now. has not sent back to me the registry return receipts for many of my letters. I paid for the
postage for said receipts. Or, said registry return receipts were returned to me without information as to the dates when the attached letters were delivered to the addressees of said letters or without information as to who received the attached letters. In short, said corporation did not perform the service I paid it to perform.

On April 10, 2011, I went to the postal station at Robinsons in Ermita, Manila.. A person, identified as government employee Michael A. De Los Reyes, working at said postal station, issued to me an Acknowledgement Receipt which did not have a number.Also, on said date, the employees at said station accepted my registered letters for mailing but neither of said employees signed that
they received said letters. Also, said de los Reyes told me words to the effect that it is not allowed for me to take out registry return cards.He did not provide to me evidence to support his said allegation. What was said Michael A. De Los Reyes doing at the Robinsons Postal Station when the I.D. he produced indicated that he a is Window Teller at the Ermita post office? Also, why was I charged 35 pesos for each registered letter? While I was in said post office, there was no visible express lane for senior citizens. I believe said postal employees violated the implementing rules and regulations of R.A. 9257. What was said Michael A. De Los Reyes doing at the Robinsons Postal Station when the I.D. he produced indicated that he a is Window Teller at the Ermita post office? Also, why was I charged 35 pesos for each registered letter? While I was in said post office, there was no visible express lane for senior citizens and I, a senior citizen, was not given priority. I
believe said postal employees violated the implementing rules and regulations of R.A. 9257.


Update re Dr. Vicki Belo
I wrote a letter to said Belo. Said letter was designated as registered letter No. 3513 and based on the registry return receipt for said letter, said letter was received on 5/19/2010 by said Belo’s agent. Said letter contained a request for information/proof about the Belo medical group and the Belo Essentials SunExpert product. Up to July 4, 2011, said Belo has not provided me with the information/proof I requested. Based on computation, from 6/1/2010 to July 4, 2011, 398 days have passed. letter, said letter was received on 5/19/2010 by said Belo’s agent.

Public service complaint vs. DOH Ctr. For Health Devt. - Metro Manila
I received a letter from a source identified as Eduardo C. Janairo MD MPH Director IV
Department of Health Center For Health Development - Metro Manila. Said letter bears the date June 21, 2011. Said letter bears the following words: “This pertains to your letter dated April 23, 2011, addressed to the Health Secretary, which was forwarded to us for appropriate action. Considering your non-appearance in this Office . . . in order for us to process your concern appropriately, we will have no other recourse
have no other recourse but to refer the matter to the Food and Drug Administration . . .” I believe said Eduardo C. Janairo violated R.A. 6713.

Updated complaint vs. Power Nut store
Said store was recommended by a source identified as columnist Domini Torrevillas and was identified as owned by a relative of said columnist Domini Torrevillas. Said store was identified as being in Mandaluyong, Metro Manila and was endorsed by a source identified as Tin Tin Bersola, the wife of Julius Babao, who used to host a program at DZMM. I have evidence that, based on the registry return receipt for my registered letter numbered 8839 addressed to said store, said registered letter was received by said store’s agent on 4/2/2009. Said letter contained a request for
information about the products from said store. Up to July 11, 2011, said store’s owner/proprietor has not provided me with said requested information.


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Metro Manila Development Authority web site

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Customer advisory re Park Square 1 Administration Office
My registered letter, designated as registered letter 2-9-11, was sent to said office.Said letter was returned to me with the following
written on said envelope: “RTS . . . 3/17“


On June 27, 2011, lax security at entrance to SM City Manila. The guard, at an entrance to said building, didn't inspect my boots, which were large enough
to contain deadly weapons. After I entered said building, I went to SM Supermarket, where I bought somewhich were large enough to contain deadly weapons. After I entered said building, I went to SM Supermarket, where I bought some products. One of said products was what was identified as Pan A Cup bakeshop Baboy Hopia, which didn't have a visible address on the packaging of said product. I believe that the Consumer Act of the Philippines was violated. I also went to the Globe Telecom store.

On June 29, 2011, lax security at entrance to Robinsons Place Manila. The guard at said entrance: did not inspect the inside of my boots; did not use a metal detector to scan said boots; did not use a bomb sniffing dog to smell said boots. Said boots are large enough to contain a deadly weapon. After I entered said building, I bought a product from National Book store and I have proof of purchase.


Advisory vs. store offering photocopying services at 3F at Robinsons Place Manila
For their own protection, it will benefit prospective customers of said establishment to find out, before they patronize said establishment, the name of the proprietor of said establishment and what is the name on the receipts of said establishment. Beware, if said store issues to you a cash invoice bearing the name of “Papyvore Trading” and with address in Quezon City. I sent a letter to said Quezon City
address.The said letter was returned to me. The envelope of said registered
letter bears the word “RETURN TO SENDER . . .UNCLAIMED”

Lax security at Glorietta 3 and SM Bldg. at Ayala Center, Makati, on July 1, 2011.
When I entered said buildings on July 1, 2011, the guards at said entrances: did not inspect my luggage; did not use a metal detector to scan said luggage; did not use a bomb sniffing animal to smell said luggage. Said luggage is large enough to contain grenades. After I entered Glorietta 3 building on said date, I went to the Globe store and was issued a piece of paper with the name and the location of said store and the date July 1, 2011 and the number 4019. After I entered, on July 1, 2011, the SM Building at Ayala Center, Makati, I bought products from SM Supermarket and was issued a receipt bearing the name of said store and the date July 1, 2011.
receipt bearing the name of said store and the date July 1, 2011.


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Pedestrian Safety
http://www.safekids.org/safety-basics/safety-resources-by-risk-area/pedestrian/

http://www.popularmechanics.com/
popularmechanics com web site

http://blog.fema.gov/2011/06/summers-here-so-are-more-thunderstorms.html

Taking Steps for Pedestrian Safety
http://www.cdc.gov/Features/PedestrianSafety/

http://www.ready.gov/america/beinformed/thunderstorms.html
Thunderstorms and Lightning

On June 6, 2011, security lapse at street entrance to Robinsons Place Manila. I entered said building through what was identified as the Sta. Monica entrance. The guards at said entrance: didn't inspect my luggage; didn't scan said luggage with metal detector; didn't use a bomb sniffing animal to smell said luggage. Said luggage is large enough to contain grenades.After entering said building, I bought a product from the National Book store and was given National book store retail invoice No. 156923. I left said said building and went outside.I returned to said building via the street entrance to Robinsons Department store. the guards at said
entrance: didn't inspect my luggage; didn't scan said luggage with metal detector; didn't use a bomb sniffing animal to smell said luggage. Said luggage is large enough to contain

complaint vs. SMART store
at Robinsons Place Ermita Manila. Said store was at the 3rd Floor of said building. On September 19, 2010, an employee, identified as Raul Manzano, working at said store, wrote the following on a copy of my September 19, 2010 letter addressed to said store: “ESCALATED TO TECHNICAL SUPPORT: FOR: TROUBLE SHOOTING . . . 9/19/2010 . . . “. Up to June 22, 2011, no one from SMART Communications has contacted
me regarding said matter.



CDC Hurricane Health & Safety Tip
Title: Inventory Your Disaster Kit
Tip of the Week: Remember to inventory your emergency kit from last season to ensure that items are not missing, expired or new items need to
be included.

How Secondhand Smoke Affects the Brain
http://www.nih.gov/researchmatters/may2011/05162011smoke.htm
Secondhand smoke has a direct, measurable impact on the brain similar to what’s seen in the person doing the smoking, according to a new study. The finding highlights the importance of limiting exposure to secondhand smoke in cars and other enclosed spaces. When not exposed to smoke (top image), brains show high levels (red and yellow) of a tracer molecule that binds to empty nicotine receptors. After 1 hour of exposure to secondhand smoke (bottom), nicotine displaces and reduces the level of tracer molecules.Image courtesy of Brody et al., Archives of General Psychiatry.
Tobacco is the leading cause of preventable death nationwide. People who smoke are up to 6 times more likely than non-smokers to suffer a heart attack. Tobacco is also one of the strongest cancer-causing agents. Up to 90% of lung cancer deaths are attributed to smoking.

But the smoker isn’t the only one harmed by cigarette smoke. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost 50,000 deaths per year can be attributed to secondhand smoke. A Surgeon General’s Report in 2006 concluded that secondhand smoke causes heart disease and lung cancer in nonsmoking adults. It also causes serious health conditions in children, including sudden infant death syndrome, respiratory infections and more severe asthma.

Previous research has shown that exposure to secondhand smoke increases the likelihood that children will become teenage smokers and makes it more difficult for adult smokers to quit. Laboratory studies give some insight into the mechanisms at work. Nicotine, a chemical found in all tobacco products, is addictive. Long-term exposure to cigarette smoke leads to nicotine dependence in rats and an increase in nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChRs) in the brain.

A team led by Dr. Arthur Brody of the University of California, Los Angeles, set out to study how secondhand smoke affects the human brain. They used an imaging technique to visualize when nicotine occupies brain nAChRs. The method depends on a special tracer molecule that binds specifically to nAChRs and can be detected by positron emission tomography (PET). Nicotine displaces the tracer molecule at the receptor, so the more nicotine that binds to nAChRs, the lower the tracer signals.

The scientists recruited 24 young adult participants—11 moderately dependent cigarette smokers and 13 nonsmokers. The participants were given the tracer molecule and then asked to sit in the passenger’s seat of a car for 1 hour. They did this twice, a week apart. In 1 session, they were exposed to moderate secondhand smoke; in the other they weren’t. Afterward, they underwent PET scans. The study, which was partly funded by NIH’s National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), appeared online on May 2, 2011, in Archives of General Psychiatry.

The researchers found that about 1 in 5 nAChRs in the brains of both smokers and non-smokers became occupied by nicotine after 1 hour of exposure to secondhand smoke. The smokers also had a significant increase in craving following exposure to secondhand smoke.

“These results show that even limited secondhand smoke exposure delivers enough nicotine to the brain to alter its function,” says NIDA Director Dr. Nora D. Volkow. “Chronic or severe exposure could result in even higher brain nicotine levels, which may explain why secondhand smoke exposure increases vulnerability to nicotine addiction.”

“This study gives concrete evidence to support policies that ban smoking in public places, particularly enclosed spaces and around children,” Brody says.






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About Smokefree.gov

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Smokefree.gov allows you to choose the help that best fits your needs. You can get immediate assistance in the form of:

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CPSC Approves New Federal Safety Rule for Hair Dryers
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http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/
National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse web site

http://www.sleepfoundation.org/
National Sleep Foundation web site

http://www.all-acronyms.com/

http://www.asha.org/
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association


http://www.eol.org/
Encyclopedia of Life web site

http://www.fda.gov/Food/default.htm
FDA's Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition
http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm257816.htm

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/healthywebsurfing.html
MedlinePlus Guide to Healthy Web Surfing

Quick Guide to Healthy Living
http://www.healthfinder.gov/prevention/

http://www.encyclopedia.com/
encyclopedia web site


Nutrition for Seniors
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/nutritionforseniors.html


http://www.onelook.com/reverse-dictionary.shtml
reverse dictionary web site

http://www.alcoholconcern.org.uk/
alcoholconcern org uk web site

http://www.neurology.org/
American Academy of Neurology web site

http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm260235.htm
FDA provides updated safety data on silicone gel-filled breast implants

http://www.cdc.gov/outbreaknet/foodborne_az.html
Foodborne illnesses



Healthy Water
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Lifestyle Changes to Boost Heart Health
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SITE OF THE DAY:
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Tips to Prevent Illness from Clostridium Perfringens
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warning vs. Ayala Center, Makati
security lapses at entrances to: Glorietta 5, Greenbelt 5 to Greenbelt 1,, Glorietta 3, Park Square 1, SM building, Landmark building, Rustans building.
Defective doorknob at door of washroom of what was identified as Glorietta 3 resulted in my being unable, for several minutes, to leave said room.
Regarding said security lapses, when I entered said areas, the guards at entrances to said areas: did not inspect the insides of my luggage; did not use
a metal detector to scan said luggage; did not use a bomb sniffing animal to smell said luggage. Said luggage is large enough to contain hand grenades.

I entered Glorietta 5 on December 6, 2010. The guard at the entrance (opposite the Rustan’s building) to said Glorietta 5: did not inspect the inside of
my luggage; did not scan said luggage with a metal detector; did not have a bomb sniffing animal smell said luggage. Said luggage was large enough to
contain grenades. On said date, I submitted a written complaint vs. said security lapse. Said written complaint was received at what was identified as
the concierge within said building. The person who received said written complaint identified herself/himself as Crystal Joice. Up to
June 18, 2011, neither the building administrator of said building nor anyone identified as with Ayala Center Makati or with Ayala Land Corporation has
contacted me regarding said security lapse.


FDA Warns of MI, PAD Risk With Chantix
By Peggy Peck, Executive Editor, MedPage Today
Published: June 16, 2011


WASHINGTON -- The FDA warned today that smokers with a history of heart attack or stroke who use the smoking cessation drug varenicline (Chantix) may increase their risk of a second heart attack or new onset peripheral vascular disease.

The agency said an additional warning will be added to the drug's label and prescribing information describing a small, but measurable increase in the risk of cardiovascular events including nonfatal myocardial infarction, angina, and need for coronary revascularization.

Additionally, the label will warn that use of varenicline may increase the risk for a "new diagnosis of peripheral vascular disease or admission for a procedure for the treatment of peripheral vascular disease" among persons with a history of cardiovascular disease.

In its announcement, the FDA noted that smoking significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular events, so it advised physicians and patients to weigh the known benefits of varenicline treatment "against its potential risks when deciding to use the drug in smokers with cardiovascular disease."

The FDA decided to add the warnings after it reviewed data from a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of 700 smokers with a history of cardiovascular disease who were treated with varenicline or placebo.

The FDA said it was "continuing to evaluate the cardiovascular safety of Chantix" and had ordered the drug's maker to conduct a meta-analysis of data from all varenicline studies as part of an ongoing review of the drug's cardiovascular safety.

Concerns about cardiovascular safety come on top of previous reports of increased risk of suicidal ideation association with varenicline, which is marketed by Pfizer.



web sites with free, useful information:

http://www.eol.org/
Encyclopedia of Life web site

http://www.asha.org/
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

http://www.consumeraction.gov/
Consumer Action Web site

http://consumerworld.org/
consumerworld web site

http://www.kiplinger.com/
kiplinger web site

http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/
National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse web site


http://www.sleepfoundation.org/
National Sleep Foundation web site


http://www.ftc.gov/
U. S. Federal Trade Commission web site

http://www.askmen.com/
askmen web site

Advisory vs. F. Zobel de Ayala. He was identified as Ayala Land Chairman. In 2010, I sent a letter of complaint regarding what was
identified as a defective door knob at what was identified as a washroom for the handicapped at the food court in in what
was identified as Glorietta 3. Because of said defective door knob at said washroom, after I entered said defective
washroom, I had difficulty in exiting said washroom. It was only after I kicked the door of said washroom that I was able
to exit said washroom. Preventive maintenance could have prevented said defect. Said letter of complaint was sent via
registered mail, with registry return receipt, to said F. Zobel de Ayala. Based on the on the registry return receipt for
said registered letter, said registered letter was received on 9/7/10 by said F. Zobel de Ayala’s agent. Up to
June 7, 2011, said F. Zobel de Ayala has not provided me with a reply to said letter of complaint.

On June 7, 2011, lax security at street entrance to McDonald's restaurant at Harrison Plaza building in Malate, Manila.
The guard at said street entrance: did not inspect my luggage; did not scan said luggage with metal detector; did
not have a bomb sniffing animal smell said luggage. Said luggage is large enough to contain grenades. Then, the guard,
identified as Ramos, between said restaurant and the rest of the interior of said building: did not inspect my luggage; did
not scan said luggage with metal detector; did not have a bomb sniffing animal smell said luggage.When I went to the
National Book Store inside said building, the guard at said entrance: did not inspect my luggage; did not scan said luggage
with metal detector; did not have a bomb sniffing animal smell said luggage. Then I went to the Shopwise store inside
said building. The guard at an entrance to said building did not inspect my luggage; did not scan said luggage with metal
detector; did not have a bomb sniffing animal smell said luggage.




web sites with free, useful information:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/
associated content web site

Consumer group launches enhanced consumer-friendly portal
http://superconsumer.net/supercons/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=106:consumer-

Decision Tree for Personal Lightning Safety
http://www.lightningsafety.com/nlsi_pls/decision_tree_people.html
by Richard Kithil, President &CEO, NLSI

NLSI recommends that all organizations prepare a Lightning Safety Plan and inform all personnel of its contents. In a sentence, lightning safety is "anticipating a high-risk situation and moving to a low-risk location." Lightning Safety Plans should be site-specific, but they all share a common outline:

1. Advanced warning of the hazard. Some options:

1.1 "If you can see it, flee it; If you can hear it, clear it."

1.2 TV Weather Channel; NOAA Weather Radio

1.3 Fancy lightning detectors; off-site meteorological services

2. Make decision to suspend activities and notify people.

2.1 The 30/30 Rule says to shut down when lightning is six miles away. Use a "flash to bang" (lightning to thunder) count of five seconds equals one mile (10 = 2 miles; 20 = 4 miles; 30 = 6 miles).

2.2 Notify people via radio, siren or other means.

3. Move to safe location.

3.1 A large permanent building or metal vehicle is best.

3.2 Unsafe places are near metal or water; under trees; on hills; near electrical/electronics equipment.

4. Reassess the hazard.

It’s usually safe after no thunder and no lightning have been observed for thirty minutes. Be conservative here.

5. Inform people to resume activities.


http://www.fda.gov/Food/ResourcesForYou/Consumers/ucm077331.htm
Fresh and Frozen Seafood: Selecting and Serving it Safely
Also available in PDF (734 KB) and en Español (Spanish) PDF (778 KB).


http://www.geek.com/
geek com web site

http://household-tips.thefuntimesguide.com/

http://www.livescience.com/

http://saveenergy.about.com/

Security lapse at an entrance to SM building on June 4,
2011 at Ayala Center Makati.
The guard at said entrance: did not inspect my luggage;
did not use a metal detector to scan said luggage;
did not use a bomb detecting animal to smell said
luggage. Said luggage is large enough to contain
grenades.After I entered said building, I brought
said luggage twice past the guard at the entrance to SM
supermarket.The guard at said entrance: did not inspect
my luggage; did not use a metal detector to scan
said luggage; did not use a bomb detecting animal to
smell said luggage.


When riding in a taxi, lock all the doors.


web sites with free, useful info:

FDA: FOOD PRODUCTS FROM TAIWAN BEING MONITORED
Press Release/28 May 2011

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Director Suzette H.
Lazo, MD today assured the public that food products
and food additives imported from Taiwan are being
monitored after the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office
(TECO) informed the Philippine government of possible
contamination of Di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP).

Widely used as a plasticizer in the manufacturing of
articles such as intravenous bags and tubings, blood
bags and infusion tubings and nasogastric tubes, DEHP
was found to be illegally added to a food product raw
material intended for emulsification. While low doses
of DEHP are generally safe, high doses or prolonged
exposure can have harmful effects. Children are
especially prone to the harmful effects of high doses
of DEHP or to repeated exposure which can lead to
testicular effects, fertility problems and toxicity to
kidneys.

The Taiwan government has informed the Department of
Health that a company may have imported food products
containing additives contaminated by DEHP to the
Philippines. Efforts to trace local counterpart of
this company are currently in progress.


JUNE IS DENGUE AWARENESS MONTH
http://www.doh.gov.ph/
Press Release/30 May 2011
The Department of Health (DOH) today reported a total
of 22,903 dengue cases nationwide from January to May 7
this year as it prepares to observe June as “Dengue
Awareness Month”. The total number of dengue cases is
8% higher compared to the same period last year.
There were 141 deaths recorded (Case Fatality
Rate-0.62%).This year’s theme, “Eskwelahan, Simbahan,
Barangay, Palengke at Buong Komunidad, Sama-Sama Nating
Sugpuin ang Dengue”, aims to heighten awareness of the
strategy to fight dengue by adopting the 4S Kontra
Dengue. The Centers for Health Development (CHDs) are
directed to coordinate with their LGU counterparts to
encourage them to conduct a simultaneous activity with
the CHDs.The DOH 4S Kontra Dengue strategy is composed
of Search and Destroy, Seek early consultation,
Self-protective measures and Say no to indiscriminate
fogging.Most of the cases came from the National Capital
Region (6,732), Central Luzon (4,181), and CALABARZON
(3,555).At the National Capital Region, Quezon City had
the most (1,694) number of cases followed by Manila (824),
Kalookan City






(775), Pasig (592), Valenzuela (466), and Paranaque City (407).
“Dengue cases surge during the months of June until August,” Health Assistant Secretary Enrique Tayag said, adding that
Aedes Aegypti mosquitoes can breed even in very small receptacles like coconut husks or empty bottles.
Ages of cases ranged from less than a month to 89 years old. Majority (53%) of the cases were males. Most (39.9%) affected
cases belonged to the 1-10 years age group.
Clustering of cases was observed in some parts of La Union, Pangasinan, Bataan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Tarlac, Batangas,
Laguna, Rizal, Cebu, Negros Oriental, Zamboanga del Sur,
Misamis Oriental, Davao City, General Santos City, South Cotabato, Kalinga, and Metro Manila.
In Metro Manila, there were clustering of cases in Kalookan, Makati, Muntinlupa, Navotas, Paranaque, Pasig, Quezon City and
Valenzuela.Meanwhile, Tayag disclosed that June 15 and
every year thereafter will be observed as ASEAN Dengue Day to foster more
to foster more awareness about the disease. This
pronouncement was made during the 10th ASEAN Health
Ministers Meeting held in Singapore last 22 July 2010.
The theme for the coming ASEAN Dengue Day is “Dengue is
Everybody’s Concern, Causing Socio-economic Burden, but
it’s Preventable.Tayag reminded the public that dengue,
already an all-year round disease, is more common during
rainy days when there are more mosquito breeding sites.
To prevent dengue, he advised the public to destroy all
possible mosquito breeding sites like old tires and tin
cans, clean roof gutters, replace water in flower vases
regularly, and to use mosquito nets or protective clothing. He also stressed that fogging may be done only in outbreak areas.

“The people, especially schoolchildren, can protect themselves from day bites by using topical insect repellents or by wearing long-sleeved shirts. Suspected cases are urged to seek treatment if there are persistently high fever, appearance of skin rashes or any signs of bleeding,” Tayag concluded.




http://www.cdc.gov/hicpac/pubs.html
Healthcare Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee
(HICPAC)

On May 26, 2011, lax security at entrance to Robinsons
Otis.
The guard at a street entrance to said building, allowed me to enter said building, without inspecting my luggage/without using a metal detector to scan said luggage/without using a bomb sniffing animal to smell said luggage
luggage. Said luggage is large enough to contain

grenades. After I entered said building I entered the following establishments without
said luggage being inspected/without said luggage being scanned with metal detector/without
said luggage being smelled by bomb sniffing animal: Old Spaghetti House restaurant,
Robinsons supermarket, National book store. Inside said establishments, I saw violations
of R.A. 9257.

On May 27, 2011, I went to Robinsons Place at Ermita, Manila. The guard at the entrance to said
building didn't inspect my boots/didn't use a metal detector to scan said boots/didn't use a bomb sniffing animal to smell said boots.
Said boots are large enough to contain a firearm.While
I was inside said building, I went to the following establishments: National Book Store, Racks restaurant, Power Books, Dairy Q. The permit from the Manila Health Department shown to me by an employee at said store indicated that that the expiration date was 2010.

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http://health.ezinemark.com/
health ezinemark com web site

http://www.helpguide.org/
helpguide org web site

http://www.lifespy.com/
lifespy web site

Physical Activity
http://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/

http://www.straightdope.com/
straightdope web site

customer evidence vs SM Mall of Asia administration

Said mall was in Pasay City. On April 19, 2011, I sent
a registered letter addressed to said administration
regarding a store, with an expired sanitation permit,
which was operating in said mall.The date of expiration
on said permit was 2009. Said registered letter, which was designated as registered letter No. 4-19-3 was returned to me. The envelope of
said letter bears the words: “RTS REFUSE TO RECEIVED
4-29-11




web sites with free, useful information:

Food Safety During Floods
http://www.fda.gov/Food/FoodDefense/Emergencies/FloodsHurricanesPowerOutages/default.htm


Food Safety in an Emergency
http://www.foodsafety.gov/keep/emergency/index.html

http://www.foodsafety.gov/
food safety web site

Frozen Food and Power Outages: When to Save and When to
Throw Out
http://www.foodsafety.gov/keep/charts/frozen_food.html

How to keep food safe and after an emergency
http://www.foodsafety.gov/keep/emergency/index.html

http://www.portablefreeware.com/
portable freeware web site

Power Outages: Key Tips for Consumers About Food Safety
http://www.fda.gov/Food/ResourcesForYou/Consumers/ucm077023.htm

Refrigerated Food and Power Outages: When to Save and When to Throw Out
Adapted from Keeping Food Safe During an Emergency (USDA).
http://www.foodsafety.gov/keep/charts/refridg_food.html

customer advisory vs. lax security, etc. at the Landmark Makati on May 18, 2011
When I entered the Landmark building at Ayala Center, Makati, on May 18, 2011, the guard at said entrance didn’t inspect well my luggage. The portion of said luggage which he didn’t inspect is large enough to contain a firearm. Then, when I went to the men’s CR at the food court, one of the compartments couldn’t be locked from the inside. When I entered
the grocery portion of the building, the guard at the entrance to said grocery, didn’t inspect my shoulder bag/didn’t use a metal detector to scan said bag/didn’t use a bomb sniffing animal to smell said bag. Said bag is large enough to contain a firearm. Said grocery had for sale an imported food product which doesn’t have on the packaging of said product the name and address of the importer of said product. I believe the management of said grocery violated the Consumer Act of the Philippines. I purchased said product and have proof of purchase of said product.


DTI tolerates Accent-Micro Products, Inc.?
Based on information, there are different Accent-Micro Products stores in different parts of the country. The Accent-Micro Products, Inc. store in Park Square 1, Ayala Center, Makati, issued to me, in 2010, sales invoice No. 034025. Said invoice bears the following words: “Merchandise exchange is allowed w/in seven (7) days of purchase.” Based on information from a reliable source, the DTI does not allow said printed message.


On May 20, 2011, while I was in the following establishments in Manila, said establishments, which are covered by Republic Act No. 9257, didn't have prominently displayed posters, stickers, and other notices that will generate public awareness of the rights and privileges of senior citizens: Ermita post office, Bank of P.I. branch on P. Gil St. (near Robinsons building), National book store at Robinsons
on P. Gil St., Power Books store at Robinsons, Aristocrat restaurant, Dairy Q at Robinsons Manila, Jollibee
restaurant at 1st floor of Robinsons Manila.
Rule IX, Article 11 of Republic Act No. 9257, contains the following
statement “It is the responsibility of the municipality/city through the mayor to require all establishments covered by the Act to prominently display posters, stickers, and other notices that will generate public awareness of the rights and privileges of senior citizens and to ensure that the provisions of the Act are implemented to its fullest.”
Based on said statement, it is the responsibility of Manila,through Manila Mayor Lim to require all establishments covered by the Act to prominently display posters, stickers, and other notices that will generate public awareness of the rights and
privileges of senior citizens and to ensure that the provisions of the Act are implemented to its fullest.”





On May 20, 2011, while I was in the following establishments in Manila, said establishments, which are
covered by Republic Act No. 9257, didn't have prominently displayed posters, stickers, and other notices that will generate public awareness of the rights and privileges of senior
citizens: Ermita post office, Bank of P.I. branch on P. Gil St. (near Robinsons building), National book store at Robinsons
on P. Gil St., Power Books store at Robinsons, Aristocrat restaurant, Dairy Q at Robinsons Manila, Jollibee
restaurant at 1st floor of Robinsons Manila.
Rule IX, Article 11 of Republic Act No. 9257, contains the following
statement “It is the responsibility of the municipality/city through the mayor to require all establishments covered by
the Act to prominently display posters, stickers, and other notices that will generate public awareness of the rights and privileges of senior citizens and to ensure that the provisions of the Act are implemented to its fullest.”



web sites with free, useful information/useful information from the Internet:

http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/
Health Canada web site

8 Ways to Stay Storm-Ready in Case of Severe Weather
Does your family have a plan for what to do during severe weather? Is your family ready?
The 8 things to do to get ready for severe weather:
Be familiar with the warning system in your area to find out about severe weather and what to do.
Find out what severe conditions tend to happen in your area from your local emergency management office. Also, find out what animal care is available for emergency situations.
Train family members on where to meet during storms – basements or internal rooms on the lowest floor for tornadoes, away from windows during severe thunderstorms.
Make your family’s plan for evacuation during hurricanes BEFORE the storm starts.
Practice, practice, practice drills for the entire family so everyone knows what do to.
Make sure you have back up power, especially if you have a family member who relies on some sort of electrically-powered equipment for their health or survival. Secure anything that can blow away such as lawn furniture or trash cans. Understand the severe weather procedures for your work or your children’s schools and daycare facilities.






what animal care is available for emergency situations.
Train family members on where to meet during storms – basements or internal rooms on the lowest floor for tornadoes, away
from windows during severe thunderstorms.
Make your family’s plan for evacuation during hurricanes BEFORE the storm starts.
Practice, practice, practice drills for the entire family so everyone knows what do to.
Make sure you have back up power, especially if you have a family member who relies on some sort of electrically-powered
equipment for their health or survival.
Secure anything that can blow away such as lawn furniture or trash cans.
Understand the severe weather procedures for your work or your children’s schools and daycare facilities.
Things to make sure you have on hand for emergency situations:
1 gallon of water for each person for each day for drinking and hygiene, food, flashlights, weather radio, more batteries,
cell phones and chargers, first aid kit, any necessary medications, personal hygiene products, important documents kept in
a waterproof bag, emergency contact information, cash and anything you need for your pet.




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Here are 7 suggestions you can easily start to help lower your utility bills and still stay comfortable.
In addition to checking your air conditioner’s maintenance recommendations, create a cover over the unit to keep it cooler.
Make sure you don’t create hazards for the air intake though.
Make sure the air filter stays clean. A clean filter can help save almost 10% in costs. Check the filter and consider
replacing it monthly.


http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_112093.html
Doctor provides tips on how to avoid some pitfalls associated with the season
By Randy Dotinga
Sunday, May 15, 2011

Frequently Asked Questions About Iodine-131 Found in Milk
http://emergency.cdc.gov/radiation/isotopes/iodine131andmilk_faq.asp

DTI officials ignoring CSC re customer’s complaint vs. DTI?
I have a copies of two letters, both identified as from a source identified as Maria
Luisa Salonga Agamata Director IV Public Assistance and Information Office of the CSC.
The earlier letter was dated October 4, 2010 and was addressed to DTI
Public Assistance and Information Office of the CSC. Secretary Gregory L. Domingo regarding three of my letters sent to said DTI by registered mail but as of October 4, 2010 said DTI had not acknowledged receipt of said letters. Since, by December 12, 2010, no person from DTI had provided me with a reply to said Agamata’s October 4, 20 letter to said DTI Secretary, I informed the CSC about the my non receipt of a
a reply to said Agamata’s October 4, 20 letter to said DTI Secretary, I informed the CSC about my non receipt of a reply from said DTI re said Agamata’s October 4, 2010 letter
to said DTI Secretary. Subsequently, I received a copy of a letter identified as from
said Agamata and dated January 7, 2011 and addressed to a person identified as the Director, letter identified as from said Agamata and dated January 7, 2011 and addressed to a person identified as the Director,


customer advisory vs. Pasay City Health Department
On April 10, I mailed a registered letter to Pasay City Health Department regarding a store at SM Mall of Asia which was operating with a sanitation permit wherein the expiration date on said permit was in 2009. Said letter was designated as
registered letter No. 4-10-11-7. Based on the registry return receipt for said letter, said letter was received on 4/13/11 by said department’s agent. Up to May 14, 2011, said department has not provided me with a reply to said letter.
Pasay City.


complaint vs. Eeboy “G” Foods Corporation Jollibee Paco
Said restaurant was at 1246 Pedro Gil St., Paco, Manila. On May 9, 2010, an employee at said restaurant wrongly issued to my helper Eeboy “G” Foods Corporation Jollibee Paco OFFICIAL RECEIPT No. 18478 wherein the customer was wrongly identified
as OFFICE FOR SENIOR CITIZENS AFFAIRS.


SM Makati department store ignored complaint vs. lax security?
On October 26, 2007, an employee, identified as Barcela, at said store, received my written complaint vs. lax security on said date at a street entrance to SM Makati. Said complaint was addressed to Henry Sy. Up to
May 15, 2011, no person from SM has contacted me regarding said complaint.


web sites with free, useful information:

A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home
http://www.epa.gov/mold/moldguide.html

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/healthtopics.html
medlineplus web site health topics
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BREAST CANCER MEDICINES ACCESS PROGRAM GRAND LAUNCHING
DOH AND PHILIPPINE CANCER SOCIETY PARTNERS TO IMPROVE BREAST CANCER
SURVIVAL IN PH

Vowed Patient Support and Free Medicines for Poor Women Diagnosed Early
Press Release /11 MAY 2011

In a bid to improve the survival rates of women diagnosed with breast cancer in the Philippines, the Department of Health (DOH) and the Philippine Cancer Society, Inc. (PCSI) launches today a medicines access program through a patient navigation scheme targeting indigent Filipino women diagnosed with early stage breast cancer.

Health Secretary Enrique T. Ona said, “Cancer is a costly disease, with the cost of medicines and treatment way out of reach for many of our countrymen.” He also mentioned that the DOH would provide medicine entitlements to poor and vulnerable sectors for priority diseases like cancer within the next few years.

Both DOH and PCSI aim to promote early breast cancer screening particularly among poor women by providing assured access to medicines as well as psychosocial support. The program is meant to highlight the advocacy that breast cancer is a curable disease when detected, treated and managed early.

The Patient Navigation Program for poor patients with early stage breast cancer is being initially implemented in four government hospitals covering the catchment areas of the Metro Manila Cancer Registry and the Rizal Cancer Registry, which are the main sources of data for cancer incidence in the country.

Participating hospitals include the East Avenue Medical Center (EAMC), Jose Reyes Memorial Medical Center (JRMMC), the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) and the Rizal Medical Center, all having the capacity, support facilities and a multidisciplinary team of experts for managing breast cancer. In a ceremonial memorandum of agreement signing, the chief of hospitals of the pilot access sites also pledged support and cooperation in implementing the Patient Navigation Program in their respective institutions.

Also present during the event are other important partners of DOH from professional medical societies such as the Philippine College of Surgeons, the Philippine Society of Medical Oncologists (PSMO) and the Philippine Society of Pathologists (PSP) as well as practitioners from the four government hospitals who developed the standard treatment protocol that will be used in the four hospitals.

Breast cancer is now the leading cancer site overtaking lung cancer for both sexes in the Philippines (i.e. 15% of all cancers). It is also the number one cause of cancer morbidity and mortality among Filipino women accounting for almost 30% of all female malignancies.

It is estimated that there will be a total of 12,262 new breast cancer cases in 2010 with 4,371 deaths. Latest data reveals that three out of every 100 Filipinas are likely to develop breast cancer in their lifetime and that one out of every 100 are likely to die from the disease before age 75 (Philippine Cancer Facts and Estimates 2010).

In Asia, the Philippines is among the countries with the highest age standardized incidence rate for breast cancer. Survival rate for breast cancer in the Philippines is below 40% compared to the high survival rates of 80-98% already achieved in developed countries.

Breast cancer cases are projected to increase in the Philippines in the coming years with factors such as smoking,
unhealthy lifestyles and decreasing fertility.


Lax security at street entrance to National Book Store at Robinsons Ermita.
When I recently entered said store through the said street entrance, the guard didn't inspect my luggage/didn't use a metal detector to scan said luggage/didn't use a bomb sniffing animal to smell said luggage. Said luggage was large enough to contain hand grenades.After leaving said store, I went to other parts of Robinsons Ermita and no one
inspected said luggage.


I recently ate at a restaurant at Robinsons Ermita. Said restaurant was identified as Old Spaghetti House. While I was eating at said restaurant, there was a live moving insect on the plate of food at the table I was using.




free useful information:

http://www.nei.nih.gov/health/
National Eye Institute web site

http://www.ready.gov/america/
ready gov america web site

FDA's MedWatch Safety Alerts: April 2011
http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm254898.htm

re healthy vision:
http://www.nih.gov/news/health/may2011/nei-12.htm

http://www.cdc.gov/Features/WomensHealthSupport/
Info from U.S. Center for Disease Control re women's health


Genomics and Health Impact Blog
http://blogs.cdc.gov/genomics/
Just another Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Blogs site

Lax security at entrance to Robinsons Otis on May 9, 2011.
The guard at a street level entrance to said building: didn't inspect the boots I was
wearing/didn't use a metal detector to scan said boots/didn't use a bomb sniffing animal
to smell said boots. Said boots are large enough to contain a firearm.

After entering said Robinsons Otis, I entered the Robinsons supermarket. While I was at said supermarket, there was no prominent display of posters, stickers, and
other notices that will generate public awareness of the rights and privileges of senior
citizens. Article 11 of Republic Act No. 9257 . . . reads as follows: It is the responsibility of the municipality/city through the Mayor to require all establishments covered by the Act to prominently display posters, stickers, and
other notices that will generate public awareness of the rights and privileges of senior
citizens and to ensure that the provisions of the Act are implemeted to its fullest.”
Based on said Rule IX, Article 11 of said Act, it is the responsibility of Manila Mayor Lim to require all establishments in Manila covered by the Act to prominently display posters, stickers, and other notices that will generate public awareness of the rights and privileges of senior citizens. Said supermarket is covered by said law. However, while I was at said supermarket, there was no prominent display of said posters, stickers, etc. I believe the management of said store violated said law.





I have sales invoice issued on May 6, 2011 issued by said store.

Evidence vs. establishment identified as Eeboy 'G' Foods Corp. Jollibee Paco. I have what was identified as an official receipt dated 2011-05-10 issued by said store. Said receipt bears the numbers: "118124" but does not bear the name of the customer. According to the person I sent to buy food from said store, the management refused to
give senior citizen discount despite the fact that I sent my valid Senior Citizens I.D.
I believe the management of said store violated the Senior Citizens Act of 2010.





DOH LAUNCHES “EHERSISYO PANGKALUSUGAN PARA SA LAHAT 2011”
Press Release/6 May 2011

Exercise is for everyone. All ages from all walks of life can and must engage in regular physical activity.

The Department of Health (DOH) spearheads a fitness event featuring different sports activities, dubbed “Ehersisyo
Pangkalusugan Para sa Lahat 2011”, to encourage everyone to exercise. The event will be held on May 15 this year at the
Quezon City Memorial Circle (QCMC) from 5:30am to 10:00am. President Benigno S. Aquino III will lead the activity.

The WHO said that “current levels of physical inactivity are partly due to insufficient participation in physical activity
during leisure time and an increase in sedentary behavior during occupational and domestic activities. Likewise, an
increase in the use of "passive" modes of transport has also been associated with declining physical activity levels.”



web sites with free, useful info:

http://www.cdc.gov/Features/LymeDisease/
Center for Disease Control re lyme disease
Page last reviewed: May 9, 2011
Page last updated: May 9, 2011

http://www.cdc.gov/Features/WomensHealthSupport/
Center for Disease Control re Women's Health
Page last reviewed: May 9, 2011
Page last updated: May 9, 2011

FDA issues final guidance for liquid OTC drug products with dispensing devices
http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm254029.htm

Fraudulent Products: Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
http://www.fda.gov/Drugs/ResourcesForYou/Consumers/BuyingUsingMedicineSafely/MedicationHealth

FDA and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) jointly launched the "Fraudulent STD Products Initiative," which targets over-the-counter products bought online or in retail stores that make unproven claims to prevent, cure, and/or treat sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). These products have not been evaluated by the FDA for safety and effectiveness.
These illegal products may pose significant public health risk since individuals could be inaccurately treated, leading to delays in getting medical help and increasing the possibility of spreading disease to a sexual partner. Consumers and
health professionals should be warned there are no over-the-counter or online drugs or dietary supplements available to treat or prevent STDs. Appropriate diagnosis and/or treatment of STDs can only occur under the supervision of a healthcare
professional.




FDA Action on Fraudulent STD Products
Press Release: FDA, FTC act to remove fraudulent STD products from the market
FDA Press Release
For Immediate Release: May 3, 2011
Media Inquiries: Shelly Burgess 301-796-4651
Consumer Inquiries: 888-INFO-FDA

FDA, FTC act to remove fraudulent STD products from the market

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) today announced a joint effort to remove products from the market that make unproven claims to treat, cure, and prevent sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Among
products from the market that make unproven claims to treat, cure, and prevent sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Among the products targeted in today’s action are Medavir, Herpaflor, Viruxo, C-Cure, and Never An Outbreak.

The agencies issued multiple letters to companies warning that their products violate federal law. These products, sold online and in retail outlets, have not been evaluated by the FDA for safety and effectiveness. The joint action is the first step in keeping these unproven items from being sold to the public and preventing consumers from being misled.

The companies that received the warning letters claim that their products treat a range of STDs, including herpes,
chlamydia, genital warts, HIV, and AIDS. While some of the companies market these products as dietary supplements, these
products are all drug products under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act), as they are offered for the
treatment of disease. These drug products, which are offered for the treatment of STDs, may not be introduced into
interstate commerce without an FDA-approved new drug application (NDA).

“These products are dangerous because they are targeted to patients with serious conditions, where treatment options
proven to be safe and effective are available,” said Deborah M. Autor, director of the Office of Compliance in FDA’s
Center for Drug Evaluation and Research. “Consumers who buy these products may not seek the medical attention they need and could spread infections to sexual partners.”

Further, under the Federal Trade Commission Act it is illegal to make such unsubstantiated treatment claims.

“These companies are on notice that advertising health benefits that are not supported by rigorous scientific evidence violates the FTC Act,” said David Vladeck, director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection. “They also should know that health scams that endanger public health will not be tolerated.”

Consumers should be aware that there are no over-the-counter or online drugs or dietary supplements available to treat or prevent STDs. Appropriate treatment of STDs can only occur under the supervision of a health care professional. There are many FDA-approved medications available for treating these conditions, but they do require a prescription.

“Our Warning Letters give these firms time to voluntarily comply with the law,” said Dara Corrigan, the FDA’s associate commissioner for regulatory affairs. “The FDA will continue to take aggressive enforcement action against firms that market false treatments or cures that may lead to significant public health consequences.”

The Warning Letters inform the companies that they have 15 days to notify the FDA of the steps they have taken to correct the violations cited. Failure to do so may result in legal action, including seizure and injunction, or criminal prosecution.
Consumers and health care professionals should notify the FDA to file a complaint or report a problem with these products. Reports may be made to MedWatch, the FDA's voluntary reporting program, by calling 800-FDA-1088, or electronically at www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm .


For more information:

www.fda.gov/STDfraud
Warning Letters







For more information:

www.fda.gov/STDfraud
Warning Letters

Consumer Update
Questions and Answers
List of OTC Products Falsely Claiming to Treat or Prevent STDs


http://www.cdc.gov/Features/HighBloodPressure/
High Blood Pressure
Page last reviewed: May 9, 2011
Page last updated: May 9, 2011
Content source: National Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention
Page maintained by: Office of the Associate Director for Communication, Division of News and Electronic Media
URL for this page: http://www.cdc.gov/Features/HighBloodPressure/

http://www.nei.nih.gov/health/
National Eye Institute web site

Weight Loss Surgery
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/weightlosssurgery.html
Also called: Bariatric surgery, Bypass surgery, Gastric banding, Obesity surgery

DOH TO GIVE FREE CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING
Press Release/2 May 2011

In observance of May as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, the Department of Health (DOH) will give free cervical cancer
screening to women aged 30-45 years old in its 58 accredited hospitals nationwide. As recommended by the World Health
Organization, the age group targeted for cervical cancer screening is 35-45 years. The screening will be done once a week
for the whole month of May based on the designated days in each zonal areas.

In 2009, the DOH only provided free acetic acid/Pap smear screening method to women aged 15-45 years in 16 selected DOH
hospitals in Davao, Cebu, and the National Capital Region (NCR). Last year, it provided free screening in 58 DOH-accredited hospitals nationwide.

Launching activities for Cervical Cancer Awareness Month will be on the following dates and places: May 2 at Jose Reyes
Memorial Medical Center; May 4 at Bicol Regional Training and Teaching Hospital; May 5 at Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical
Center, and May 6 at Southern Philippines Medical Center. At the National Capital Region, free cervical cancer screening will be conducted every Monday of May. Luzon DOH hospitals have designated all Wednesdays as free cervical cancer screening day, while Visayas and Mindanao have designated Thursdays and Tuesdays, respectively. Free cervical cancer screening every Monday will be conducted at the following hospitals in NCR: Jose Reyes Memorial Medical Center, Dr. Jose Fabella Memorial Hospital, East Avenue Medical Center, Tondo Medical Center, Quirino Memorial Medical Center, Amang Rodriguez Medical Center, Rizal Medical Center, Las Piñas General Hospital and Satellite Trauma Center, Valenzuela General Hospital, San Lorenzo Ruiz Memorial Hospital, National Children’s Hospital, and Jose Rodriguez Memorial Hospital. According to Health Secretary Enrique T. Ona, the National Cervical Cancer Prevention and Control Program addresses the cervical cancer issue in the country in three different levels. These are primary prevention which concerns promotion of healthy lifestyle and avoidance of risky sexual behavior, secondary prevention which consists of immediate screening and diagnosis to early detect women with pre-cancerous lesion and other abnormalities. Lastly, the tertiary prevention addresses concerns on immediate treatment, if possible, to prevent pre-cancerous lesion develop into invasive cancer. Presently, cervical cancer ranks as the second leading cancer among women, and that nine out of ten cases occur in developing countries. In 2010, the number of diagnosed diseases of the breast reached 12,262 and cervix had 1,984 cases.

The highest incidence rate of cervical cancer was observed in Manila, Makati, Pasay, Pasig, and Taguig, while the lowest
incidence was seen in Rizal.


DOH-FDA Advisory No. 2011-003
VOLUNTARY RECALL ORDER OF MAGGI RICH MAMI NOODLES BEEF AND CHICKEN FLAVORS 05 may 2011 05 May 2011

Evidence vs. Muntinlupa post office
or the post office which has jurisdiction over Alabang. I paid the Philippine Postal Corporation by means of postage on the registry return receipt for my letter No. 4-10-11-12 addressed to the O.I.C., Food & Drug Administration, which was in Alabang. Said registry return receipt includes space for the date of delivery of said letter. The registry return receipt Alabang. Said registry return receipt includes space for the date of delivery of said letter. Therefore, said registry return was not properly accomplished. Therefore, the Philippine Postal Corporation did not perform the service I paid it to perform.


Advisory vs. Manila Mayor Lim and SM Supermarket Manila
On May 5, 2011, I was at SM Supermarket Manila, which was identified as operated by Supervalue, Inc. I have a sales invoice issued by said establishment on said date.The security guard at an entrance to said store didn’t inspect my waist bag/didn’t use a
metal detector to scan said bag, didn’t use a bomb sniffing animal to smell said bag.
Said bag is large enough to contain a firearm. Previously, a guard at a street entrance
to SM City Manila building didn’t inspect said bag/didn’t use a metal detector to scan said bag/didn’t use a bomb sniffing animal to smell said bag. While I was at said store, there was not prominently displayed posters, stickers, and other notices that would generate public awareness of the rights and privileges of senior citizens. Rule IX, Article 11 of Republic Act No. 9257 . . . reads as follows: It is the responsibility of the municipality/city through the Mayor to require all establishments covered by the Act to prominently display posters, stickers, and other notices that will generate public awareness of the rights and privileges of senior citizens and to ensure that the provisions of the Act are implemented to its fullest.” Based on said rule, it is the responsibility of Mayor Lim to require said establishment to prominently display posters, stickers, and other notices that will generate public awareness of the rights and privileges of senior citizens.


Live insect on customer’s food plate at Red Ribbon restaurant
On May 5, 2011, while I was eating at the Red Ribbon restaurant at SM City building in Manila, I saw a live moving insect on the food plate on the table bearing the food I ordered. The proof of payment issued to me on said date bears the following:
0R#04027580. Also, the frontline employees were not wearing health certificates at the proper position on the clothing they were wearing. Said restaurant is covered by R.A. 9257.While I was at said restaurant, there was no prominent display of posters, stickers, and other notices that would generate public awareness of the rights and privileges of senior citizens. Rule IX, Article 11 of Republic Act No. 9257 . . . reads as follows: “It is the responsibility of the municipality/city through the Mayor to require all establishments covered by the Act to prominently display posters, stickers, and other notices that will generate public awareness of the rights and privileges of senior citizens and to ensure that the provisions of the Act are implemented to its fullest.”


Lax security at street entrance to SM City Manila building on May 5, 2011.
The security guard at said entrance didn't inspect my waist bag; didn't use a metal detector to scan said bag; didn't use a bomb sniffing animal to smell said bag. Said bag is big enough to contain a firearm.

Web sites with free, useful information:

internet archive web site
http://www.archive.org/web/web.php

Focus on Fire Safety: Communities United Against Arson

http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/citizens/focus/arson.shtm

Arson can devastate a community, resulting in the decline of the neighborhood through increased insurance premiums, loss of business revenue, and a decline in property values.

Arson is difficult to prosecute, but the effects are felt throughout the community: workers lose jobs, towns and cities lose tax dollars, burned buildings create blighted areas, and innocent people are injured or killed.

Uncontrolled arson, along with other serious crime, creates rampant fear among residents, business customers, and potential visitors. If the community’s streets seem out of control, people will be afraid to come into that area to visit or do business. These conditions can quickly lead to a second stage where residents who can afford to move out begin selling homes, even at a loss, to escape before the bottom drops out. Property tax collections plummet, giving the community less and less resources to fight back.


What Can You Do?

Keep leaves, firewood, overgrown brush and shrubbery, and other combustibles away from buildings.
Keep doors and windows locked when a building is unoccupied. Board up abandoned buildings.
Store all flammable liquids such as paints, gasoline, and aerosols in an approved storage location, e.g., locked cabinets, locked storage units, locked garages (preventing access to kids), etc.
Report suspicious activity near houses or other buildings to the local police and support Neighborhood Watch programs.

If you are interested in starting your own Neighborhood Watch Program, you can find many helpful resources at www.usaonwatch.org.
If you know or suspect that arson was committed, contact your local fire department.
Most importantly…be prepared for a fire!
One of the best ways to protect yourself and your family is to have a working smoke alarm. A working smoke alarm greatly
reduces your chances of dying in a fire.

Make and practice a home fire escape plan and set a meeting place outside. Be sure everyone in your family knows at least
two escape routes from their bedrooms.

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Fire Safety Information for Teachers, Parents and Children
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Board Up Procedures (PDF, 141 Kb)
Juvenile Firesetter Intervention Handbook (5.9 Mb)
Juvenile Firesetting - A Growing Concern (383 Kb)
Protecting Structures from Arson (2.3 Mb)
Links of Interest

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
Federal Bureau of Investigation Uniform Crime Reporting
Insurance Committee on Arson Control
International Association of Arson Investigators
International Association of Special Investigation Units
Juvenile Firesetting: A Research Overview (PDF, 362 Kb)
National Fire Protection Association
National Insurance Crime Bureau

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security lapses at entrances to buildings in Ayala Center, Mkti.
On May 1, 2011, lax security at entrances to: the Landmark building, Glorietta 3, Park Square 1 building. The guards, at entrances to said buildings: didn’t inspect my trolley luggage; didn’t use a metal detector to scan said luggage; didn’t use a bomb sniffing animal to smell said luggage. Said luggage was large enough to contain firearms. After I entered said buildings, I purchased products and have proofs of sales. Previously, I witnessed lax security at entrances to the following buildings in said Ayala Center: Glorietta 5, SM Building, the Link.


Manila Mayor Alfredo S. Lim, Manila Vice Mayor Moreno, Manila Health Department
subjects of a letter from DTI I have a copy of a letter identified as from a source identified as Victorio Mario A. Dimagiba Director DTI (Department of
Trade and Industry) Bureau of Trade Regulation and Consumer Protection 2/F Trade & Industry Building, 361 Senator Gil J. Puyat Avenue, 1200 Makati City. Said letter is
dated 24 March 2011 and is addressed to said Mayor Lim. Said letter contains
the words: “referred to Mayor Alfredo S. Lim, City of Manila . . . the attached
complaint of Mr. Macario Silva endorsed by the Office of the Secretary, Department of Justice . . . regarding his complaints against your good self and Vice Mayor
Moreno, on the . . . non response/action on the complaint of Mr. Silva against the Manila Health Department, as the subject matter falls within the jurisdiction of your office. . Up to May 1, 2011, said Lim has not communicated with me regarding said letter from said DTI.

customer advisory vs. National Book Store
which was at Glorietta 3, Ayala Center, Makati.
While I, a senior citizen, was at said store on April 3, 2011, there was no visible required express lane for senior citizens and I was not given priority. I believe the management of said store violated the implementing rules and regulations of R.A. 9994. While I was at said store, I had papers photocopied and was issued official receipt
dated 04/03/2011.

evidence vs. Dr. Vickie Belo
I wrote a letter to said Belo. Said letter was designated as registered letter No. 3513 and based on the registry return receipt for said letter, said letter was received on 5/19/2010 by said Belo’s agent. Said letter contained a request for information/proof about the Belo medical group and the Belo Essentials SunExpert product. Up to
May 2, 2011, said Belo has not provided me with the information/proof I requested. I have a copy of said registry return receipt.

Lax security at Glorietta 5, Ayala Center, Makati ignored by Glorietta 5 bldg. administrator?
On December 6, 2010, I witnessed lax security at an entrance to Glorietta 5 building at Ayala Center, Makati. On said date, the guard at said entrance didn’t inspect my waist bag and the boots I was wearing. Said boots were large enough to each contain a firearm. Neither were said bag or boots scanned with a metal detector. Also, a bomb sniffing animal was not used to smell said bag or boots. On said date, I submitted, to a person who was at what was identified as a concierge within said building, a written complaint regarding said lax security. Said person, who identified herself as “Crystal Joice Benetva” affixed her signature on said written complaint. Up to April 22, 2011, neither said Glorietta 5 building administrator or anyone from said Ayala Center has contacted me
regarding said lax security.


Attention! senior citizens
Manila Mayor Lim ignoring CSC NCR letter re
my complaints vs. violations of the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2003?
I have a copy of a letter identified as from Atty. Myrna V. Macatangay Director IV Civil Service Commission Quezon City and addressed to Alfredo S. Lim City Mayor Manila City Government Manila City and dated January 6, 2011. Said letter contains the words: “We refer for appropriate action the attached . . . open letter of M. Silva . . . relative to his complaint against private entities in Manila City fot . . . violation of the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2003. Up to April 22, 2011, said Manila Mayor Lim has not contacted me regarding my said complaint.



Warning to Makati senior citizens
Public service warning and evidence vs. a person, identified as “Cipriano M. Guarin "OIC, OSCA Makati", City Hall, Makati.
I received a letter, identified as from said person and dated 02 June 2010 and addressed to me. Said letter contained the following words: "Seemingly, during your presence thereat on on April 20, 2010, you may have stationed yourself opposite one cash registry located at the left side of the counter and failed to detect the sign." Said words have no place in an objective statement of facts. I consider said words as an indication of said person’s bias towards KFC. "Except possibly for the provision of an express lane or giving priority to senior citizens, barbers shops are not (yet) covered by any other provisions of the Senior Citizens Act, therefore not required to display such notice or sign." What is the basis, if any, for said allegation by said Makati OSCA employee? Regarding the Bruno's store in Makati, said letter contained the following: ". . . when it was wiped clean, as witnessed by Ms. Luno and others present, there was no visible sign of any injury, not even a scratch". Is said statement based on said Guarin’s personal knowledge of said incident? Said letter also contained the following allegation regarding a Bruno's Barbers employee: "In order to avoid further misunderstanding or discussion, Ms. Luna prudently offered to you the services for free . . ." Said Makati OSCA employee was not present during said incident. Said Luna didn't charge me for said services because I told her that if she charged me for said services, I would use said O.R. as evidence vs. said store.




Advisory vs. Robinsons Department Store at Robinsons Place Ermita.
On April 27, 2011, said store issued to me sales invoice for Puritan brand products. Said invoice does not bear visible indication that I had 7 seven days withindication that I had 7 seven days within which I could exchange said products.
in which I could exchange said products.


Advisory vs. Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago:
Based on evidence, my registered letter,No. 10-26-8 addressed to said senator regarding the Department of Trade and Industry, was received on November 25, 2010, by said senator's agent. Up to April 26, 2011, said senator has not provided me with acknowledgement that
she received said letter.

Cosmetic Labeling & Label Claims
http://www.fda.gov/Cosmetics/CosmeticLabelingLabelClaims/default.htm

Overview
April 25, 2006
The following information is a brief introduction to labeling requirements. For a more thorough explanation of cosmetic labeling regulations, refer to FDA's Cosmetic Labeling Manual and the regulations themselves (21 CFR parts 701 and 740). Firms also may wish to discuss their labeling needs with a consultant.
Proper labeling is an important aspect of putting a cosmetic product on the market. FDA regulates cosmetic labeling under the authority of both the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) and the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (FPLA). These laws and their related regulations are intended to protect consumers from health hazards and deceptive practices and to help consumers make informed decisions regarding product purchase.
It is illegal to introduce a misbranded cosmetic into interstate commerce, and such products are subject to regulatory action. Some of the ways a cosmetic can become misbranded are:
its labeling is false or misleading,
its label fails to provide required information,
its required label information is not properly displayed, and
its labeling violates requirements of the Poison Prevention Packaging Act of 1970 [FD&C Act, sec. 602; 21 U.S.C. 362].
Does FDA pre-approve cosmetic product labeling?
No. FDA does not have the resources or authority under the law for pre-market approval of cosmetic product labeling. It is the manufacturer's and/or distributor's responsibility to ensure that products are labeled properly. Failure to comply with labeling requirements may result in a misbranded product.
Some labeling terms you should know
Before proceeding with a discussion of labeling requirements, it is helpful to know what some labeling terms mean:
Labeling. This term refers to all labels and other written, printed, or graphic matter on or accompanying a product [FD&C Act, sec. 201(m); 21 U.S.C. 321(m)].
Principal Display Panel (PDP). This is the part of the label most likely displayed or examined under customary conditions of display for sale [21 CFR 701.10].
Information Panel. Generally, this term refers to a panel other than the PDP that can accommodate label information where the consumer is likely to see it. Since the information must be prominent and conspicuous [21 CFR 701.2(a)(2)], the bottom of the package is generally not acceptable for placement of required information, such as the cosmetic ingredient declaration.
Is it permitted to label cosmetics "FDA Approved"?
No. As part of the prohibition against false or misleading information, no cosmetic may be labeled or advertised with statements suggesting that FDA has approved the product. This applies even if the establishment is registered or the product is on file with FDA's Voluntary Cosmetic Registration Program (VCRP) (see 21 CFR 710.8 and 720.9, which prohibit the use of participation in the VCRP to suggest official approval). False or misleading statements on labeling make a cosmetic misbranded [FD&C Act, sec. 602; 21 U.S.C. 362].
What about therapeutic claims?
Be aware that promoting a product with claims that it treats or prevents disease or otherwise affects the structure or any function of the body may cause the product to be considered a drug. FDA has an Import Alert in effect for cosmetics labeled with drug claims. For more information on drug claims, refer to Is It a Drug, a Cosmetic, or Both? (Or Is It Soap?).
How should products be labeled if they are both drugs and cosmetics?
If a product is an over-the-counter (OTC) drug as well as a cosmetic, its labeling must comply with the regulations for both OTC drug and cosmetic ingredient labeling [21 CFR 701.3(d)]. The drug ingredients must appear according to the OTC drug labeling requirements [21 CFR 201.66(c)(2) and (d)] and the cosmetic ingredients must appear separately, in order of decreasing predominance [21 CFR 201.66(c)(8) and (d)]. Contact the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) for further information on drug labeling.
What languages are acceptable?
All labeling information that is required by law or regulation must be in English. The only exception to this rule is for products distributed solely in a U.S. territory where a different language is predominant, such as Puerto Rico. If the label or labeling contains any representation in a foreign language, all label information required under the FD&C Act must also appear in that language [21 CFR 701.2(b)].
What labeling information is required?
The following information must appear on the principal display panel:
An identity statement, indicating the nature and use of the product, by means of either the common or usual name, a descriptive name, a fanciful name understood by the public, or an illustration [21 CFR 701.11].
An accurate statement of the net quantity of contents, in terms of weight, measure, numerical count or a combination of numerical count and weight or measure [21 CFR 701.13].
The following information must appear on an information panel:
Name and place of business. This may be the manufacturer, packer, or distributor. [21 CFR 701.12].
Distributor statement. If the name and address are not those of the manufacturer, the label must say "Manufactured for..." or "Distributed by..." [21 CFR 701.12].
Material facts. Failure to reveal material facts is one form of misleading labeling and therefore makes a product misbranded [21 CFR 1.21]. An example is directions for safe use, if a product could be unsafe if used incorrectly.
Warning and caution statements. These must be prominent and conspicuous. The FD&C Act and related regulations specify warning and caution statements related to specific products [21 CFR part 700]. In addition, cosmetics that may be hazardous to consumers must bear appropriate label warnings [21 CFR 740.1]. An example of such hazardous products is flammable cosmetics.
Ingredients. If the product is sold on a retail basis to consumers, even it it is labeled "For professional use only" or words to that effect, the ingredients must appear on an information panel, in descending order of predominance. [21 CFR 701.3]. Remember, if the product is also a drug, its labeling must comply with the regulations for both OTC drug and cosmetic ingredient labeling, as stated above.
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web sites with free, useful information:

http://www.fueleconomy.gov/
fueleconomy gov web site
The official U.S. government source for fuel economy information



Information for Consumers (Drugs)
http://www.fda.gov/Drugs/ResourcesForYou/Consumers/default.htm



Pesticides
http://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/agents/pesticides/index.cfm



http://www.painfoundation.org/



U.S. FDA Buying & Using Medicine Safely
http://www.fda.gov/Drugs/ResourcesForYou/Consumers/BuyingUsingMedicineSafely/default.htm



Information for Consumers: Questions & Answers
http://www.fda.gov/Drugs/ResourcesForYou/Consumers/QuestionsAnswers/default.htm
Questions and Answers for the public: Warning not to use Arrow Brand Medicated Oil & Embrocation, Aceite Medicinal La Flecha, or ?????
Questions and Answers about FDA’s Initiative Against Contaminated Weight Loss Products
Compounded Menopausal Hormone Therapy Questions and Answers
Aspirin: Questions and Answers
Transition from CFC Propelled Albuterol Inhalers to HFA Propelled Albuterol Inhalers: Questions and Answers
Questions and Answers - Diabetes and Hyperglycemia in Patients Receiving Protease Inhibitors
Questions and Answers: Celebrex Labeling Change - Warfarin Interaction
Questions and Answers for Withdrawal of Duract
Questions and Answers on Importing Beef or Pork Insulin for Personal Use


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