Tag: community gardening
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World Food Day Philippines: Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Brighter Future
World Food Day 2024: A Call to Action for Better Foods and a Brighter Future As the world marks World Food Day on October 16, the global rallying cry—Hand in hand for better foods and a better future—resonates deeply in the Philippines. The country’s rich resources—a fertile archipelago, abundant seas, and a resilient farming community—belie…
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Gardening for Kids: A Green Path to Lower Cancer Risk and Healthier Futures
Introduction: A Growing Promise in Public Health Helping children cultivate a “green thumb” could offer lifelong health benefits beyond fresh vegetables. A rapid review led by Christina Gillies, an adjunct professor at the University of Alberta, found that gardening initiatives for children and youth may serve as a primary prevention strategy to reduce cancer risk…