The following facts and figures are taken from the 2nd PHILIPPINES PROGRESS REPORT ON THE MDG (June 2005)
>The DOH anchored its program on four major principles: responsible parenthood, respect for life, birth spacing and informed choice.
>Despite the adequate food supply, many Filipinos continue to grapple with food insecurity.
>It is estimated that only 5% of coral reefs are in excellent condition while mangroves have declined by as much as 57% in the last 23 years.
>Enrolment in public and private elementary schools reached 13 million in SY 2003-2004.
>Women's participation in governance improved with a greater number of women being elected in LGUs and appointed to the Cabinet, Career Executive Service positions, embassies and consulates, and the judiciary.
>Epidemiologists and experts estimate that the actual number of HIV cases is around 10,000.
