The expansion of the 4Ps intends to encourage mothers to provide for the health needs of their children during the first 1,000 days, or three months, of their lives.
Marcos ordered the wider coverage of the 4Ps during a sectoral meeting that tackled proposals on reforming the government’s cash transfer program, according to the Presidential Communications Office.
The PCO said the approval was meant to ensure that pregnant and lactating women would seek health services to address their children’s health needs.
In a post on Instagram, Marcos expressed optimism that the expanded 4Ps program would promote the health of children.
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