The organization launches fundraising campaign called Basket of Hope 2020 Photo courtesy of UNICEF/Facebook Covid-19 isn’t just challenging under-resourced fragile health systems, it’s attacking the way children access education and how safe they feel in their homes. This is, no doubt, a child...
The partnership is a great leap in empowering Filipinos to be an instrument of change in the fight against Covid-19 With the pandemic still mounting in numbers of new cases, families are called to continue protecting themselves by strictly following health protocols. Organizations are called to...
Because our mental health should always be a priority Art by ARIANA CAMILLE MARALIT It’s easy to get tangled in the stress of everyday life, but don’t rob yourself of breaks. If you’re having a hard time sorting through your thoughts, let these four apps be your breather all at once. Keep in...
And it’s started at SM Mall of Asia With bikes becoming more in-demand and physical distancing dictating social norms, efforts to make the metropolis more biker-friendly are much appreciated. True enough, it’s important to take advantage of this moment and implement better ways...
Here’s why Photo courtesy of Derek Ramsay/Instagram Most of us already know that ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause skin cancer and other problems. But that’s not all there is to worry about. “Most people are not aware of the damage that UVC radiation can do to their eyes,” says Dr. Nikki...
Drop your vanities about their looks, and make keeping them safe and healthy your priority Pets need our help to make them look and smell their best, but most owners trapped in quarantine aren’t experienced groomers. Regardless, if you’re physically able and you have the means, proper...
The harsh reality about 2020 is that it probably isn’t going to end well. Effects of the pandemic, according to WHO, will be felt for decades to come. People all over the world are experiencing fear, panic, and anxiety, too. But in all of these, we can find hope in children, whose lives...
The major causes of dark armpits and how to treat them Illustration by ARIANA CAMILLE MARALIT Sunshine is in sight and since the holidays are no longer a dream, it’s time to pay attention to the skin areas that were covered for far too long. The way we care for our armpits, however, isn’t...
The pop icon reveals she thought about suicide every day and hated ‘being famous’ on her journey to self-love American singer and actress Lady Gaga is continuing to be open about her mental health struggle. Recently, she talked about how depressing fame could be,...
And why you need these tools on lockdown (and beyond) Scrolling through Instagram can sometimes make you jealous of people who have home gyms. Imagine how effortless it would be to fit in workouts if you could just stroll down to your basement and get to work. (Not to mention being able to blast...
Photo from The Medical City/Facebook The Medical City co-founder and chairman Dr. Augusto Sarmiento , or Tico as he was fondly called, passed away on Sept. 12, his family announced. He was 96. “With deep sorrow, we regret to announce that our beloved father, friend, and colleague peacefully...
People over 60, and especially over 80, are at risk for loneliness and severe infection. Here are some steps they can take to keep themselves healthy “Trying to preserve some sense of normalcy is important for older people’s wellbeing,” says Dr. Joy Mercader , a cardiologist at Medical Plaza...
