Once diagnosed with breast cancer, a patient will undergo management and treatment depending on the need. But unlike any other health conditions, battling cancer is a long and tedious journey for both the patient, their loved ones, and healthcare providers. For breast cancer patient Ruth Alido, her...
ESSENTIAL CONVERSATIONS From left: Event host Cerah Hernandez, pediatric gastroenterologist Dr. Jenniffer Olay, and Abbot Asia Pacific nutrition medical director Dr. Jose Dimaano Jr. hold a discussion on why it's crucial to prioritize keeping your child's immune system strong For parents, one of...
In the innovative world of cosmetic beauty, predicting trends is key to keeping up. Galderma, a big player in skincare like Cetaphil and Sculptra, is working hard to spot what’s next. By diving deep into world cultures, checking out social media, and chatting with experts, Galderma is...
Foreign research shows that 95 percent of women with breast cancer survive. When detected early, the chances of surviving for five years is 99 percent. However, the cancer journey does not end when the doctor declares you cancer free. It is a lifelong journey in order to prevent the recurrence or...
CLINICAL MATTERS Each year, Oct. 27 is designated as National Mentoring Day in celebration of the importance of mentors in our lives. As an infectious diseases doctor, I’ve had many excellent role models and mentors who have shaped me as the physician and scientist I am today. This is especially...
The Philippines has pledged to provide a historic $10 million ​to the World Health Organization (WHO)​ for its initiative that is aimed at mobilizing predictable and flexible resources for the next four years to address important global health challenges. ​WHO Director-General...
The Department of Health (DOH) announced on Thursday, Oct. 24, that the Philippines received the distinct honor of being the President-nominee of the 78th World Health Assembly (WHA), which will be held in Geneva, Switzerland, in May 2025. Photo Courtesy of the WHO Regional Office for the Western...
The wet season in the Philippines brings more than storms and rains - it also brings a surge of illnesses. While colds and coughs are most common, the Department of Health warns of more serious diseases they call the WILD: Water-borne diseases, Influenza, Leptospirosis, and Dengue, which can be...
Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman has authorized a P454 million vehicle purchase for the Department of Health (DOH). On Oct. 17, Pangandaman approved the issuance of an Authority to Purchase Motor Vehicle (APMV) to strengthen the country's healthcare system....
Chef Aybs' Paragis Tea, a proudly Filipino brand dedicated to natural wellness, is excited to announce its new collaboration with the Gonzaga family—Alex Gonzaga, Pinty Gonzaga, and Bonoy Gonzaga—as official brand endorsers. This partnership marks the launch of a campaign focused on...
Bicol Saro Party-list Rep. Brian Raymund Yamsuan (Yamsuan's Facebook) Bicol Saro Party-list Rep. Brian Raymund Yamsuan is proposing a measure in the House of Representatives that seeks to institutionalize a standard health...
TAKE THE SHOT Always better to be safe than sorry when it comes to warding off infectious diseases (Photo Freepik) Sometimes it’s surprising to see how even in this day and age where verifiable information is readily available at the end of our fingertips; there can still be doubts or...
