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Prevalence of intestinal helminths in dogs (Canis lupus familiaris) housed in Metro Manila animal shelters using Danish Bilharziasi Laboratory technique and Formalin Ether Concentration technique.
No full textThe prevalence of intestinal helminths from 73 dogs in the Veterinary Inspection Board (VIB) of Manila dog pound and the Makati City dog pound were investigated. Individual stool samples were collected and processed using the Danish Bilharziasis Laboratory technique and the Formalin Ether Concentration technique. Microscopy of the slides was done in triplicates for each sample. Five helminths were detected, with an overall prevalence of 60.27%. Hookworms were the most prevalent (54.79%), followed by Trichiuris sp. (16.44%), Toxocara sp. (4.11%), Diphyllobothrium sp. (2.74%), and Ascaris sp. (1.37%). The prevalence of Trichuris, Toxocara, Diphyllobothrium, and Ascaris obtained from both methods was statistically similar. However, hookworm recovery in FECT was significantly higher (p = 0.0046) than DBL. The prevalence rates of mixed infections were 46.58% for single, 10.96% for double, and 2.74% for multiple infections. Helminths reported in this study are of zoonotic importance and pose a significant threat to public health; hence, programs on dog population control and animal shelter sanitation should be reviewed and improved
Ethnobotanical survey of medicinal plants used by Aeta in Baranggay Inararo, Porac, Pampanga.
No full textBeing the first settlers of the country, the Aeta have been utilizing plants for medicinal purpose for centuries. An open-ended guided interview was done in 32 Aeta participants in Brgy. Inararo, Porac, Pampanga to survey the plants with medicinal importance in their community. Results showed that there are 157 species utilized by the Aeta for 32 categories of ailments. These plant species were found to be distributed among 116 genera belonging to 52 families. Leaves are mostly utilized as cure for different ailments. Decoction is the most commonly employed method of preparation wherein 7 pieces of leaves are boiled in 7 cups of water. Most of the herbal preparations are administered orally to the patients until the condition improves. The most utilized plant arranged according to importance, include Psidium guajava (UV=1.63) followed by Zingiber officinale (UV=0.66), Imperata cylindrica (UV=0.66), Allium sativum (UV=0.66), Cocos nucifera (UV=0.59), Blumea balsamifera (UV=0.56), Gliricidia sepium (UV=0.56), Vitex negundo (UV=0.53), Tamarindus indica (UV=0.53), Citrus x microcarpa (UV=0.50), and Manihot esculenta (UV=0.50). The medicinal uses provided by the informants are mostly supported by literatures. Uses which have been documented in the interview but were not reflected in the published literatures were considered of novel use and includes the use of Zingiber officinale as an emenagouge, Cocos nucifera and Blumea balsamifera as aid in childbirth, Imperata cylindrica as cure for urinary infection and measles, and Gliricidia sepium as cure for colds
An Assessment of the Strategic Planning of the Cavite Provincial Tourism Board Inc. (2009-2012)
No full textStrategic planning plays a vital role in the success of an organization. It can be a challenging process but it can be made easier by making use of simple strategic planning tools which will serve as basis or the strategies the organization may opt to use. With a set of strategic plan, the organization has a guide for the course of action to take whenever they face challenges that threaten then from achieving their goals. The study focused on the strategic planning of the Cavite Provincial Tourism Board and findings show that the organization is generally in good position despite the internal and external weaknesses and threats which cause its slow progress. With the identification of the factors tha effects the performance of the organization, the respondents came up with strategies they could work on. At the end of the study, the researcher made recommendations, one is having more committed and dedicated officers who are willing to give their time in the fulfillment of the organization's goals. The organization must also make use of the resources and opportunities they have like linkages to organizations and academe in their internet media promotions and fund raising
Hepatoprotective effect of Moringa oleifera Lam. ethanolic leaf extract on alcohol-induced liver damage in mice.
No full textThe study aimed to evaluate the hepatoprotective effect of ethanolic Moringa oleifera leaf extract on alcohol-induced liver damage in mice by histopathological analysis of the following parameters: steatosis, inflammation, necrosis, fibrosis and the percentage of apoptotic index. Four groups of 12 male mice each were subjected to different treatments for 8 weeks. Group 1, the control group, was provided with commercial pellet and water. Group 2, the negative control group, received commercial pellet and 15% ethanol as liquid source. Groups 3 and 4, the experimental groups, were given commercial pellet mixed with 400 mg/kgbw/d and 800 mg/kgbw /d of ethanolic M. oleifera leaf extract, respectively, and 15% ethanol as liquid source. Treatment with the extract at 400 mg/kgbw decreased steatosis and necrosis in Group 3. Inflammation, although not statistically significant, was also reduced in the said group. Group 4, on the other hand, exhibited significantly enhanced steatosis, necrosis and inflammation as Group 2. Fibrosis and the percentage of apoptotic index were not significantly different among the groups. It can be inferred that the ethanolic M. oleifera leaf extract has a significant hepatoprotective effect at the dose of 400 mg/kgbw/d. This may be due to the antioxidants present in the said extract. The effect of the extract is, however, not dose-dependent. This could be a result of an oversupply of antioxidants. Antioxidants, when present in excess, can act as prooxidants, and promote oxidative stress
A Miracle: a phenomenological study of miraculous healing through mind-body interventions in the Philippines. [Translated]
No full textB04.pdfMiraculous healings are the result of isolated medical cases wherein individuals have miraculous recoveries from serious and life threatening diseases. Medically, it is seen as abnormal and unexplainable.
Under the domain of Traditional Medicine, Mind-Body Interventions claim to address the health problems by targeting the interactions among the brain, mind, body, and behaviour. There is little scientific explanation as to why Mind-Body Interventions can heal, but it has been accepted in the scientific community as a Complementary and Alternative Medicine. This study aimed to find out the essence of miraculous healing through mind-body interventions, and its implications to the Filipino health-seeking behavior.
A Phenomenological Approach of inquiry was employed in this research. By asking informants questions about their experience of healing others, or having been healed (depends if the informant is a healer, or someone who was healed), and then comparing this data with related literature, a textured analysis of the actual experience was provided. Through this method of triangulation, the study was able to discover various themes and elements which were found to be common in all of the informants’ experiences. Also, it was realized that contrary to common beliefs, mind-body therapies should not be reduced as having placebo effects. Their effectivity actually lies on the subject’s meanings, to which he ascribes to the experience.
The findings of the study also have implications on Filipino health practices and health-seeking behavior which is reflective of Filipino culture. Qualities and traits native to our culture have been found to be established in Filipino health-seeking behavior
The partnership of the Central Bank and the World Bank in the Philippines: a critical study.
No full textThe World Bank and the Central Bank are both banks but with distinct functions. They may have diverse roles but in the Philippines’ case they have close ties to each other. The World Bank facilitates the investment of capital for productive purposes. It has been offering development assistance in the country for decades now but the country still remains in poverty and underdevelopment. The World Bank has intervened in the major sectors of our country, such as economy, agriculture, health, education, infrastructure, environment, and finance among others, one way or another. They started to build their relationship with the country through offering development assistance provided that the country adopts structural adjustments and reforms. They increased their influence in their efforts in giving policy advices and assessments to their member countries. Through the years they developed certain themes and certain areas to focus their support and assistance, their instruments may have evolved but their core remains, neoliberal and free market policies. They increased their influence especially in the financial sector claiming that it will promote more growth and development but it is apparent that it worked for the private interest and failed to work for the marginalized. In the midst of their strong influence in the country, the question on the World Bank still remains. Is the western-inspired neoliberal paradigm and development model brought by the World Bank doing more harm than good? This study looks into the partnership of the World Bank and the Central Bank beyond technical assistance and policy advises that links them. It highlights the effects of the Structural Adjustments made in the 1980’s and how it resulted in the present condition of the financial and banking system of the Philippines
Baklaan o babaihan: the essence of being a gay who pay and are being paid for sex.
No full textThe study of the ‘Baklaan-Babaihan’ phenomenon is a phenomenological constructivist study on the lived experiences of Filipino gays who are paying and being paid for sex. Using a qualitative method of in-depth interview, with a purposive sample of 13 participants, the study provided a description of the ‘Baklaan-Babaihan’ phenomenon that is reflective of the experiences of the gays themselves.
The data were analyzed for bracketing, clustering and integration of structural and textural constituents resulting to a total of 11 themes, which were divided into 4 major categories: 1) of being a gay, 2) the beginning of the sexual encounter, 3) of paying and being paid for sex and 4) the consequences.
The study evoked that there are various factors such as: curiosity, peer influence and pleasure and satisfaction that push a gay to engage in such sexual activity. However, it was found out that the gays’ motivation to continue the sexual engagement is their need for love and belongingness in a hope to find a secure and lasting relationship. Moreover, a gay’s decision in a certain sexual engagement may reflect both a transition and a choice that occurs simultaneously in the course of a gay’s lifetime.
In conclusion, the gays’ act of being paid and paying for sex are influenced by various factors which continuously motivate the gay to continue the sexual act. Moreover, these acts serve as a reflection of the gays’ need to love and be loved just as any heterosexual need for love and belongingness. It is recommended that this study be conducted and compared to a heterosexual encounter as in the case of male or female escort services. Moreover, it is highly recommended to conduct future studies on gays’ subjective perception towards contracting Sexually Transmitted Diseases/Infection, and most importantly, that of HIV-AIDS
Public-Private Partnership (PPP): a case study of the Philippine Heart Center for Asia (PHCA).
No full textHealth is defined by the World Health Organization as a state of complete physical, mental and social well–being and not just the absence of disease. At present, the plight of our country hinders us to achieve the right to health, a basic social service that has to be available and accessible for all, and more importantly, provided by the national government. That being said, it is clearly blatant on how huge the role of the government has in order to fulfill this right. However, it has been the current trend of the national government to pass the burden of providing health care to the private corporations rather than them who should be bearing it. Social services are the only means by which the government can offer a semblance of wealth redistribution – by taxing the haves to deliver services to the have–nots in society. As it pushes its responsibility of providing public utilities and social services to the back, it eventually loses the capacity to provide these. Health is starting to be for sale, commodified, and the worst effect would be to the indigent
A case study on the feminization of the police force in Manila.
No full textThis study was conducted to find out the conditions of our fellow women police officers
that are working inside the Manila Police District. Female law enforcers make an interesting topic because aside from the fact that their workplace is a perfect environment for studying women empowerment, there are also little studies done which focuses on them.
The research made use of an intensive interview and follows a set of semi-structured questionnaires which they are supposed to answer. To back up the answers made by the respondents, gathering of data from other various sources were made. The research made use of essays, articles, and studies of other notable authors as well as the utilization of reliable internet sources. As the study was able to get the needed information through the methodology said above, it was discovered that behind these advancements that women are experiencing inside the Manila Police District, they are still exposed to different kinds of male aggression. The research also found out that gender insensitivity of men towards their female officers still occurs.
The study concluded that there is a necessity for building awareness among all police officers inside the Manila Police District. There are still several issues that need addressing especially with the invisible kind of discrimination that is being experienced by women of today
Patterns of asymetry of Philippine green mussel (Perna viridis) populations from Manila Bay and San Fernando Bay.
No full textSymmetry in animals is important as it bears implications as to how the organism carries out aspects of its life and the conditions inherent in the environment. This study aims to determine the patterns of asymmetry in Perna viridis in two coastal environments, Manila Bay and San Fernando Bay. Live mussels obtained from the two sites were assessed for value length (L), width (W), height (H), perimeter (P) and weight (WT). Results show that mussels obtained at Manila Bay expressed fluctuating asymmetry (FA) for all traits except for weight as compared to those in San Fernando Bay. Mussels obtained in San Fernando Bay expressed greater FA for height. Measurement of water quality parameters in the two sites revealed that dissolved oxygen concentration was lower in the Manila Bay site. A low availability of dissolved oxygen is a form stress for aquatic inhabitants; therefore it is possible that developmental stress is greater in the Manila Bay population. Based on the findings on asymmetry, it also follows that the inhabitant mussel population in Manila Bay exhibits a lower level of developmental stability. These findings can contribute to the present literature regarding the usefulness of the analysis of asymmetry expressed by indicator organisms as a biomonitoring tool