MANILA, Feb. 9 -- The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) on Friday urged local government units (LGUs) to focus on comprehensive measures to enhance sexual and reproductive health education and services.

In its situation report on the interplay of gender inequality and teenage pregnancy, the CHR noted that one out of 10 Filipino females aged 15 to 19 years has begun childbearing.

"Teenage pregnancy entails numerous risks for both the mother and child. Adolescent pregnancy takes a colossal bearing on a girl's education and income-generating potential," it added.

When asked about the causes and factors affecting teenage pregnancy, the CHR said lack of information on sexual and reproductive health and family planning commodities and service...