How private companies have shown their gratefulness to our modern-day heroes If there is one thing Filipinos believe about themselves, it’s that no one pulls together quite as well during a crisis. Now more than ever, we witness the importance of health workers in the country and, in turn, a lot...
Even now, there are plenty of reasons to be cheerful Even though the coronavirus disease is spreading around the world, there have been moments of positivity and light relief to get us through. Here are some of the stories raising a smile during these unprecedented times. Diwata-1 microsatellite...
Our modern heroes go on TikTok to show off dance moves Video compilation by Noel Pabalate TikTok is taking over the world, gradually in older spheres, all at once among young people. The short-form video platform is mostly populated by teens, who become its stars. But not exclusively....
Dexter Villamin, owner of DV Boer Farms, aims to teach soldiers the essential farming techniques As the coronavirus pandemic shuts down businesses globally, the disruptions are threatening to cut off supply chains and increase food insecurity. Border closures and movement restrictions have made it...
The health crisis, which has become a fresh test of survival for a country where life has been a daily struggle, has provoked a shared sense of responsibility among women They are scrounging for fabric, cutting it up, stitching it together. They are repurposing old clothes, blankets, and sheets...
The conversion of PhilSports Arena was completed in three days, making it the fourth “mega quarantine” facility in Metro Manila Anticipating a rise in cases of the novel coronavirus disease in the country, the government has prepared several large venues to serve as quarantine...
Here’s what you really need to keep on hand Illustration by Ariana Camille Maralit With the ongoing spread of Covid-19, more emphasis is being placed on maintaining good health. While there is currently no treatment for the disease, there are a number of medications and devices that can be used...
Telemedicine holds the promise of delivering patient-centered care. And it may have other advantages Illustration by Ariana Camille Maralit Aside from reducing patient stress, the use of virtual visits climbs as a way of safely treating patients and containing the spread of infection at hospitals....
Coronavirus disease destroys the lungs. But doctors are finding its damage in kidneys, hearts, and elsewhere Doctors are discovering new ways the disease attacks the body. While it was first thought of as a respiratory illness with flu-like symptoms, they are beginning to see different ways the...
LOOK: This group makes this crochet face mask accessory for frontline workers Healthcare workers at St. Luke's Medical Center has received ear savers from the organization. Photos courtesy of Hannah Arcillas Past times of yore have been all the rage during this...
Here are 36 activities ranked according to their Covid-19 risk levels As countries move to relax restrictions intended to fight the pandemic, even the simplest outdoor activities seem fraught with a thousand questions and calculations. Is it safe to meet friends in the park, as long as they...
This World No Tobacco Day, a health agency reveals some of the tactics employed by the industry to ensnare a new generation of smokers Every year, on May 31, the World Health Organization (WHO) and global partners celebrate World No Tobacco Day. The annual campaign raises...
