In a bold move towards global excellence in healthcare, premier private hospital Manila Doctors Hospital is advancing its initiatives through a recent partnership with IHH Healthcare Singapore under the Mount Elizabeth Medical Affiliate Programme (MAP), a globally recognized and one of the largest...
Have you indulged in calorie-laden, sugary, and fatty-rich food in the past days and nights? By now, you may be feeling bloated, have gained some weight, and have accumulated unwanted fat in the belly area. Perhaps you are beginning to experience other symptoms such as acne breakouts, sluggishness,...
Open any beauty app, scroll through skincare reels, or peek into a friend’s vanity—chances are, you’ll spot the word “peptides” somewhere. It’s become almost synonymous with smart skincare, the kind that promises that coveted “glass skin” finish we’ve all been chasing. But...
Recently in the clinic, a patient enthusiastically greeted me, “Merry Christmas, Doc!” This wouldn’t have been unusual because it is December, except that she was wearing a hijab. Sensing my confusion, she explained that many of her Christian friends greet her, “Eid Mubarak!” at the end...
As the Department of Health (DOH) ramps up nationwide hospital readiness for the Christmas and New Year holidays, DOH Secretary Ted Herbosa reminded the public to avoid excessive consumption of salty and fatty foods during the Yuletide season. The DOH chief gave the reminder during an inspection...
Vision screening is now mandatory for kindergarten learners nationwide as the Department of Education (DepEd) on Wednesday, December 17, rolled out its new National Vision Screening Program (NVSP)—a preventive health initiative aimed at detecting eye problems early and preventing them from...
Birch Tree Fortified 's Nutrition Mission is our nationwide effort to bring affordable, quality nutrition to every Filipino, especially those who are most in need. "We started with a lofty goal of 1 million servings," said Zharina Balog, Group Product Manager of Birch Tree Family Milk...
Senator Raffy Tulfo reminded Department of Health Secretary Ted Harbosa to fulfill his commitment to remove Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Director-General Paolo Teston from his post. This was once Tulfo successfully facilitated the takedown of several products flagged by the FDA under its...
This holiday season, it is easier to experience spikes in blood glucose level simply from the calorie-laden dishes and sugary treats served during the festivities. It is very important to adhere to your medications and nutrient supplementation if you have been diagnosed with diabetes mellitus or...
The first time Celine Cornejo walked into my clinic, I noticed two things: her warm energy and her easy laugh. She was one of those patients who made the consultation feel like catching up with a friend. Over time, that’s exactly what she became—a long-time friend, and eventually, my kumare. So...
The recent controversial decision of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) in the US to halt universal newborn vaccination with the hepatitis B vaccine has thrust the disease into the public view anew. The specific decision halts mandatory birth immunization of children born to...
Vice President Sara Duterte has two wishes this Christmas season: the first is for everyone’s good health and the second is for a better Philippines in 2026. The official spoke with some members of the Filipino community in a gathering to mark former president Rodrigo Duterte’s ninth month in...
