Chronic kidney disease often comes as a side effect when a child acquires diabetes or high blood pressure. These often come from children struggling with obesity. In June, the Department of Health shared its concerns over rising chronic kidney disease among the youth after President Ferdinand...
After 20 years in dermatology, I’ve seen a shift in how people think about aging. We used to ask, “How do I hide these wrinkles?” Now we’re asking, “Can I get my skin to work properly again?” That second question is better. And there’s a treatment approach that answers it. What’s...
Our bodies have been wonderfully created with a built-in defense system more complicated than a military force system. Our very own immune system may be complex, but it has one goal. That is to keep our bodies free from illnesses. The immune system must always be in equilibrium. A healthy and...
Every year, thousands of infectious disease doctors from around the world troop to IDWeek, the premier clinical infectious disease conference that is usually held in the US. I go to IDWeek for several reasons: to listen to the state-of-the-art lectures; to see old friends and network with potential...
By Ernesto Carlo B. Arada, MD, FPOA, FPOSSM, FPCS Orthopedic Surgeon, Asian Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Institute Asian Hospital and Medical Center In the Philippines, it’s common to hear elders say, “Nirarayuma ako.” Even younger people use the phrase in jest whenever they feel a sudden...
A teachers’ group on Tuesday, October 21, reiterated its call for the Department of Education (DepEd) to allow teachers to fully observe the scheduled Health and Wellness Break next week instead of holding the In-Service Training (INSET) during this period. The Teachers’ Dignity Coalition...
A frothy new fix for facial contours At a recent clinic demonstration, I watched a fellow doctor perform what looked like a barista’s trick rather than a cosmetic procedure. He drew two clear gels into a syringe, then whipped the mixture back and forth until it turned into a light, frothy...
All types of breast cancer can occur. The higher the stage of cancer, the higher the chances of recurrence. Not all patients diagnosed with cancer, however, are guaranteed of cancer recurrence. The type of breast cancer that has a high rate of recurrence is the aggressive inflammatory breast cancer...
Last week, the Department of Education preemptively suspended classes in Metro Manila public schools due to increasing cases of influenza-like illnesses among children. This was done in an attempt to interrupt transmission and to disinfect classrooms and other school facilities. Many private...
Staying healthy during the flu season can be challenging as the wet weather creates a perfect environment for viruses to thrive and spread. This is the very reason why the wet season is also known as the flu season in the Philippines. Inside churches or public transport like jeepneys, one can...
Metro Pacific Investments Corp. is committed to regaining majority control over Metro Pacific Hospitals Corp. (MPHC) six years after it had decided to trim down its interest to 20 percent to raise funds for its other ventures. In an interview, MPIC Chief Finance, Risk, and Sustainability Officer...
The Department of Health (DOH) clarified on Sunday, Oct. 19, that there is no new or unusual virus or strain circulating in the country, stressing that the recent uptick in respiratory cases is due to the seasonal flu. This came as the Quezon Provincial Government ordered the mandatory wearing of...
