Tag: drug rehabilitation
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Philippine Corrections Chief Proposes Transforming Prisons into Economic Hubs
In a significant shift in policy, Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr., the Director General of the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor), has announced plans to convert traditional prison facilities into economically productive zones. This proposal was highlighted during the ASEAN Regional Correctional Conference (ARCC) 2025 held in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan. Catapang emphasized a move from large-scale…
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Philippine Drug Agency Reports 29,016 Individuals Enrolled in Rehab Programs in 2024
The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) announced on Monday that 29,016 drug-involved individuals have participated in the government’s rehabilitation and reformation initiatives throughout 2024. According to the agency, this figure breaks down into 25,789 drug users and 3,227 drug dealers. Among the drug users, 16,494 completed the Community-Based Drug Rehabilitation Program, and 9,063 finished general…
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Iloilo City Police Seize PHP5.3 Million Worth of Shabu in Dual Operations
In a significant blow to drug trafficking in Iloilo City, the local police force executed two successful anti-drug operations on Wednesday, resulting in the seizure of 775 grams of shabu valued at nearly PHP5.3 million and the apprehension of three suspects. The first operation, conducted by the City Drugs Enforcement Unit, targeted a high-value individual…
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Baguio City’s Anti-Drug Efforts Praised by DILG
Baguio City’s efforts to combat drug abuse have been recognized by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), which commended the city’s Anti-Drug Abuse Council (CADAC) for its high functional performance in 2023. The city is actively expanding its facilities to support its anti-drug initiatives, including setting up a temporary Special Drug Education…
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