One of my long-term patients, a gentleman in his 80s, was recently admitted with Covid-19. He has a lot of illnesses, including cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). He checks all the boxes for the worst of the worst outcomes for Covid-19: elderly, immunocompromised (cancer), and...
The Healthway Cancer Care Hospital (HCCH), lit its building in pink — a powerful symbol not just of awareness, but of unwavering action and commitment to deliver world-class, comprehensive, accessible and patient-centered care. This lighting was more than a ceremony. It was a call to action — a...
St. Luke’s Medical Center proudly announces a groundbreaking achievement in Philippine healthcare: the successful completion of over 2,500 robotic surgeries, the highest number of robotic-assisted procedures performed by any hospital in the country. This achievement is officially certified by...
Asian Eye Institute (AEI) recently hosted world-renowned ophthalmologist Dr. Ike Ahmed for a research collaboration with its very own Dr. Robert Ang, head of the Cornea and Refractive Surgery Services and chief of Asian Eye’s Research and Training Center. Recognized as the number one most...
By Dr. Carlos E. Ejercito, Jr. Chairman, Asian Institute of Surgery Asian Hospital and Medical Center Hernias are among the most common surgical conditions worldwide, yet many people remain unaware of how and why they occur. Simply put, a hernia happens when an internal organ or tissue pushes...
Last week, I watched a CEO in Ortigas break down during our coffee meeting—not from any corporate crisis or market meltdown, but from sheer exhaustion. “I don’t understand,” he said, stirring his third espresso of the morning. “I’m doing everything right—hitting targets, pushing...
Have you been diagnosed with an underactive thyroid gland or hypothyroidism? Have you been experiencing fatigue, weight gain, constipation, depression, dry skin, hair loss, heavy and irregular menstrual period, or intolerance to cold? The small butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck area, known...
When I was a medical student at the Philippine General Hospital, we had to think long and hard about what tests we ordered for patients. Aside from the expense, there was limited information you could get with each test, and you had to explain your rationale for doing the test, or you would get...
Access to good nutrition should be a right, not a privilege. But for many Filipinos, getting affordable, nutritious food remains a daily struggle. That’s why Birch Tree Fortified is taking action with the launch of its Nutrition Mission, a nationwide campaign to serve 1 million milk servings to...
On September 6, 2025, thousands of Filipinos came together to celebrate Himbing Nation—a one-of-a-kind festival dedicated to rest and wellness. A Festival of Wellness and Rest Guests experienced a variety of interactive wellness booths and activities that encouraged better sleep and relaxation....
For decades, Eye Mo has been the trusted name in eye care for Filipino families — synonymous with quick relief from eye irritation. Today, Eye Mo the iconic brand turns a new page as it proudly unveils its refreshed packaging: fresh, modern, nature-inspired, and globally unified — while staying...
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the Philippines, responsible for nearly 19% of total deaths in 2024, with about 13 Filipinos dying every hour from conditions like ischaemic heart disease and stroke. While common risk factors such as hypertension, high cholesterol, poor diet, and...
