The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is bracing for the local development of new anti-cancer and antimicrobial drugs. Bioactive Compounds from Marine Sediments project (DOST-PCHRD Facebook page) During the Talakayang HeaRT Beat on the agency’s BIG 21 Tuklas Lunas Projects initiated by...
By Steve L. Lim, MD, DPBU, FPUA, MHA Steve L. Lim, MD, DPBU, FPUA, MHA One of the biggest challenges in promoting prostate healthis awareness. The prostate glandplays a vital reproductive role in men but can have several issues with advancing age. Awareness of the two most important...
Melissa shares her journey and inspires others with her spirituality Melissa de Leon-Joseph is known to many as a versatile actress and host of popular TV programs in the early 2000s. In 2005, her life took a dramatic turn. Melissa discovered a lump in her breast. Her doctor removed the lump, which...
By Dr. Aldine Basa, Breast Surgeon Consultant Director, The Medical City Breast Center The month of October is marked by all things pink to increase awareness about breast cancer, to show support to breast cancer survivors and generally to celebrate the strength of women through pink power....
Who doesn't love pink? Klean Kanteen does it again with another beautiful combination of taupe-colored cap and Carnival Candy (or should we say Millenial Pink matte finish) of its well-loved TKWide 32 oz thermal bottle. This vacuum insulated bottle offers a wide-mouth water bottle that makes it...
In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Philippines Commission on Women (PCW) is urging all "Juanas" to have themselves tested. "We encourage all Juanas to practice regular self-breast examination, seek early consultation/teleconsultation if necessary, as we emphasize the importance of...
Thyroid disorders such as goiter, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, thyroid nodules, and thyroid cancer are highly prevalent but neglected diseases in the Philippines according to medical experts speaking before a media forum dubbed “Thyroid Care: Walking The Healthy Path.” The thyroid, a...
The Quezon City government on Monday, Oct. 17, announced that they will offer free mammograms and breast ultrasounds to women in the city. This is a part of the city government's celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Women ages 20 and above are encouraged to get checked, especially those...
Last year, Filipino actress Julia Barretto made the news, not because of COVID-19 or the launch of a new show but because of her not wearing a bra. Her going braless at home sparked multiple reactions, good and bad, on social media. But if there is one thing to take from this is that many Filipino...
It’s still one of the leading cause of cancer deaths ICanServe Foundation Breast cancer has existed for over 3,500 years, but it was only in the late 1800s when doctors really did something about one of the most common cancers in the world. In 1882, the first radical mastectomy was performed by...
Editorial The pink ribbon that you see being worn by many women this month is the international symbol of breast cancer awareness. For many years now, October is when organizations around the world mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month. With the many programs aimed at early detection of the disease,...
You can call me a ‘previvor’ By Clarissa De La Paz FIGHTING AT THE HOSPITAL Clockwise from top left: The author, Clarissa resting after her six-hours of prophylactic bilateral mastectomy, Clarissa still groggy after her biopsy a day after her surgery, and Clarissa (middle) with her cousin Oly...
