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Drug

Chemical substance used for treatment, cure, prevention, diagnosis of disease, or to enhance physical/mental well-being.

Drug abuse

Frequent use of illegal drugs or misuse of prescription/OTC drugs with negative effects.

Drug dependence

Physical and/or psychological reliance on drugs due to repeated use.

Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002

Republic Act 9165 established on January 23, 2002, repealing RA 6425 and creating the Dangerous Drugs Board and PDEA.

Youth role in drug prevention

The urgent need for education on dangers of drug use and rehabilitation support in preventing drug abuse.

Philippines geological hazards

High earthquake risk due to location in the Pacific Ring of Fire with 220 volcanoes, of which 22 are active.

Disaster risk formula

Risk is the interaction of humans and geologic processes, mitigated by understanding these processes and reducing exposure.

Republic Act 10121

The 2010 law that shifted focus from response and recovery to risk reduction and preparedness in disaster management.

National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)

Multi-sectoral body responsible for disaster risk reduction and management in the Philippines.

Four thematic areas of NDRRMP

Prevention & Mitigation, Preparedness, Response, Rehabilitation & Recovery for institutionalized disaster management.