Diabetes is so common that we get to meet or at least know one person who is suffering from this chronic yet preventable disease. Diabetes is a medical condition wherein an individual’s immune system destroys the beta cells in the pancreas. The hormone insulin is produced by the beta cells. This...
Politics in the Philippines is a full-contact sport, and the recently concluded May 12 elections were no exception. Against the backdrop of the rapidly shifting political sands, voters cast their ballots for whom they thought could best lead the country to prosperity. As a result, more than a few...
Linking Network for Cancer Services Inc. (LiNCS) has marked a groundbreaking milestone in Philippine healthcare with the inauguration of its state-of-the-art genomics facility, Pathfinder Lab. Located at Unit 7D, Strata 100 Building, Emerald Avenue, Ortigas Central Business District, Pasig City,...
The Healthcare Training Center (HCT) is setting a new standard in healthcare education by leveraging cutting-edge innovation and global collaborations to prepare the next generation of medical professionals. With a commitment to excellence, HCT is revolutionizing healthcare training through...
It’s that time of year again when Filipino internists (internal medicine specialists) and internists-in-training gather over several days to learn about the latest medical information and network for research and clinical practice. Last May 4 to 7, 2025, the Philippine College of Physicians (PCP)...
In the olden days, the journey to manhood involved a manunuli (circumciser). To start the process, the child would be asked to chew on some guava leaves for its antibacterial and wound-healing properties. A sharp knife is then used by the manunuli to slice the upper skin of the patient’s penis,...
In today’s fast-paced, high-pressure world, motherhood has become an emotionally demanding balancing act—one that often leaves women stretched thin and silently struggling. This is something Dr. Carol Angeline P. Macawile, MA, RGC, a seasoned psychologist and registered guidance counselor, has...
Unilever remains dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency in its factories to consistently deliver high-quality consumer products to Filipinos. In 2024, Unilever Philippines signed a 15-year solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for its Foods factory. The solar panel infrastructure installation...
Whether you're chasing your personal bests, discovering new fitness passions, or just looking for a super fun, active barkada hangout, SM Supermalls is the ultimate playground for all things sports and wellness. Here’s why it should be your go-to place to level up your summer and break a...
DNA Testing now available at The Medical City through Next-Generation Sequencing Facility The Medical City (TMC) has teamed up with biotech leader Gene Solutions to bring advanced DNA testing closer to Filipino families. Through this partnership, a state-of-the-art Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)...
Revok50 is being hailed as a next-generation skin biostimulator, a new class of injectable treatment designed to rejuvenate the skin by stimulating its natural renewal processes. Unlike traditional dermal fillers that simply plump up wrinkles, biostimulators like Revok50 work on a cellular level,...
Breast and lung cancers are the most common types of cancer that we hear about. But did you know that the uppermost part of the body is also vulnerable to the abnormal mutations of cells that turn cancerous? While it may not be genetically associated, there are surprisingly simple measures that we...
