In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October 2023, companies and various brands are hosting events to raise awareness, educate others about the disease, and provide support to breast cancer patients and survivors. From fun runs, dances, exhibits, these initiatives bring communities...
The world has gone digital. Today’s younger generation, most of whom are recognized as the world’s digital natives, has the most access to tablets and computers, whether for schoolwork or gaming. It’s not uncommon for many children today to develop near-sightedness, also called myopia. ...
Green spaces, or parks and open spaces, are important in people’s lives. It offers the body and mind a place to relax and rejuvenate. Recently, Senator Sonny Angara recommended that more parks and open spaces be developed as a means to strengthen mental health. The remark may not have been...
Senator Sonny Angara is seeking the development of more parks, recreational facilities, and open spaces as a means to help Filipinos cope with mental health issues. During the hearing on the proposed 2024 budget of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), Angara suggested a shift or...
The Asia Harm Reduction Forum (AHRF) is set to host its flagship event at the Manila Hotel on October 19, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This momentous gathering will bring together advocates from across Asia to discuss pivotal issues and solutions regarding harm reduction, reinforcing AHRF's...
People have only recently begun to recognize the importance of mental well-being, particularly in the context of young individuals. One of the most alarming recent statistics reveals a high prevalence of mental health issues among Filipino children, affecting 10 to 15 percent of those aged five to...
TOKYO FOR THREE DAYS! All Nutri Asia employees received five-star accommodattions in Tokyo to celebrate the company’s foundation day In recognition every employee’s contribution to achieving an important milestone in the company’s long-term business evolution road map, one of the leading food...
By DENNIS GUEVARRA Eggs, those humble oval wonders, have been an integral part of our breakfast tables for generations in the form of tapsilog and whatever-silog there is. In the Philippines, eggs are not just a food item. They are a big part of the Filipino culture and the Filipino culinary...
Amid the numerous cyberattacks that government agencies suffered from in the past weeks, Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano floated the idea of providing reward money for catching perpetrators behind cyberattacks provided that there's a stiff penalty for it. Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano suggests that the...
During this Mental Health Awareness Month, Mind You Philippines extends an invitation to all for their yearly National Mental Health Summit, scheduled for Oct. 22, 2023, at the BGC Amphitheater in Taguig City. The theme for this year's summit is "MY Kapwa," incorporating Mind You's initials...
Drawing inspiration from the classic adage "It requires a community to nurture a child," we can similarly assert that battling and triumphing over cancer necessitates a collective effort. While the physical struggle is borne by one individual, the emotional and mental fortitude is profoundly...
Congress should ensure there is sufficient funding for the Department of Health’s (DOH) mental health programs to address the growing mental health issues hounding the Philippines. Sen. Christopher “Bong” Go, chairman of the Senate Committee on Health and Demography, made the...
