DILG urges LGUs to expand fitness spaces to fight obesity

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Monday urged local government units (LGUs) to promote healthier lifestyles amid rising overweight rates in the country. The agency recommended expanding public fitness spaces, organizing community exercise programs, and implementing Car-Free Sundays. Citing the 2023 National Nutrition Survey, the DILG said four

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