To say that medicine as a science and as a profession is essential in a time of pandemic is a huge understatement. It arms us against possible illnesses that could be worsened by COVID-19. It calms our nerves and makes us feel safe and our loved ones protected. That’s why it is just right to...
What it means and how to enhance it BEAUTY STANDARD Maggie Wilson posing for Luminisce Holistic Skin Innovations Beauty is truly in the eye of the beholder. That’s why the Western concept of beauty doesn’t necessarily apply to us Asians. Our features are different, and so does our skin color...
And what we can do to slow it down SECRETS TO A GLOWING, YOUNGER-LOOKING SKIN If you want your skin to look and feel younger, follow the tips below Let’s face it, aging is inevitable. When we start to see lines around our eyes, or our cheeks that slowly sag, we wonder, where has time gone? Can we...
Let’s talk self-improvement in September The year 2020 was tough for everyone. We were at a loss as the entire world was paralyzed by the unprecedented attack of COVID-19. Fast forward to 2021, we find ourselves in a world that is still struggling to come to terms with the new normal while...
Jose Mari Chan for Hygienix The “Ber” months are here! And while we still can’t freely step inside malls or visit the parks to check out their glistening holiday decorations, leave it to local holiday season icon Jose Mari Chan to spread Yuletide cheers and remind us that there are so many...
As a response to the willingness of over 90 percent of its employees to get vaccinated versus COVID-19, LBC goes into overdrive with its Bakuna sa Lahat Program. Eyeing no less than 100 percent inoculation of its workforce here and around the world, LBC has committed to shoulder free vaccines for...
Is rice your favorite food? You are not alone. It’s our staple food as Filipinos. But did you know that a frighteningly large portion of the calories and sugar we eat comes from rice? Yikes! Making major changes to your diet, however, can sometimes seem very overwhelming. But don’t...
These fitness enthusiasts encourage Filipinas to celebrate movement and take pride in their bodies Health is wealth, especially in this ongoing pandemic. The global health crisis has taken a toll on everyone’s physical and mental wellbeing. No one could have foreseen COVID-19, let alone prevent...
Photo from Pexels.com Medilines Distributors Incorporated, a leading distributor of medical equipment in the Philippines, is planning to expand its presence as well as its product portfolio to help boost the country’s access to quality medical devices amid the ongoing pandemic. The COVID-19...
From sleep to skincare Melatonin is usually associated with sleep, but this time, not anymore. Ever heard of melatonin for the skin? This may be a recent trend, but with its promising anti-aging effects, it could stay in the skin care game for longer. Find out if melatonin can offer not only better...
You don’t have to suffer I could vividly recall the tightness on my chest coupled with that uncontrollable purring sound coming from my lungs as I found myself struggling to breathe. The endless coughing at night and early in the morning left me feeling fatigued even before my day has begun. Just...
Why we’ll continue to work in Afghanistan By Christopher Stokes and Jonathan Whittall HEALTH WORKER HEROES Frontliners from Médecins Sans Frontières, with their principle of neutrality, tend to all patients from regular Afghan civilians to US soldiers and Taliban forces As US forces withdraw...
