Hearing someone cough in public places such as churches, markets, or public transportation can now easily trigger anxiety, especially amid reports of so-called “super flu” cases in the country. From Jan. 1 to Dec. 27, the Department of Health (DOH) recorded 63 cases of “super flu”...
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Monday, January 12, announced that it is expanding mental health and anti-bullying support in public schools by formally involving parents, guardians, and caregivers as partners in learner protection through the rollout of the “Kaagapay” Program. In a...
Senator Christopher “Bong” Go on Monday, January 12, called on the public to stay vigilant and informed amid reports of a “super flu." Go, vice chairperson of the Senate Committee on Health, noted that health authorities, including infectious disease specialists, have explained that the term...
A total of 63 “super flu” cases have been logged across the country from Jan. 1 to Dec. 27, all of whom have since recovered, the Department of Health (DOH) said. “So mayroon na tayong datos ngayon all the way until December, 63 po ‘yung naibilang natin. Lahat po sila ay buhay, lahat sila...
Starting next week, Danish company Novo Nordisk is launching its Wegovy weight loss pill in the US. Consumers can purchase 1.5 mg and 4 mg doses at $149 (₱8,808) per month. Larger doses, at 9 mg and 25 mg, are also available for $299 (₱17,677) for a month’s supply. This comes just two weeks...
How many years have you told yourself you’ll start being healthier the coming year, only to give up one month in? Setting up health goals is a common New Year’s Eve resolution for many, but the difficult part is following through. Let’s be honest, with how hectic schedules can be these days,...
During prehistoric times, humans were already used to going for long periods without sustenance because food was not readily available. They had to hunt animal sources of food and gather plant sources of food. They were technically fasting during those times when they had to look for food. In...
Fireworks-related injuries nationwide climbed to 720 cases during the recent holiday season, the Department of Health (DOH) reported on Monday, Jan. 5. The agency said the cases were recorded from Dec. 21 to Jan. 5, based on reports from 62 sentinel hospitals. Data showed that 52 percent of those...
The Department of Health (DOH) on Saturday, January 3, said that nearly 1,000 people reached out for help through its Mental Health Hotline over the recent holiday period, with relationship problems, anxiety, and depressive symptoms emerging as the most common reasons for seeking support. A total...
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian said on Saturday, Jan. 3, that the enrolled 2026 budget measure has allotted ₱2.9 billion for the rollout of the School-Based Mental Health program as well as the creation of the Learner Wellness Division. The allocation is consistent with the implementation of the...
On December 6, Instamed Philippines officially launched its innovative Oral Regenerative Peptides with the unveiling of MyLife: Peptide Journey. The event focused on the company’s mission to make wellness solutions more accessible, convenient, and non-invasive. Dr. Russel Alegarbes, CEO of...
BAGUIO CITY – The National Nutrition Council-Cordillera Administrative Region (NNC-CAR) has renewed its call for the public to resume physical activity following the holiday season, warning against the health risks associated with prolonged feasting and a sedentary lifestyle. Velanie Balajadia,...
