Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide, or NAD, is not just another fleeting trend. It’s a coenzyme found in living cells that plays a crucial role in energy production and cellular repair. NAD boosts mitochondrial function by facilitating electron transfer for ATP production, supporting...
A person may seem physically healthy yet have trouble making sense of his or her surroundings. This happened to my maternal grandmother in her early sixties. She looked perfectly fine but we noticed that she kept repeating questions and had difficulty recalling recent memories and information. The...
CLINICAL MATTERS Last month, the Department of Health warned that dengue had reached outbreak levels. In addition, the number of cases from Jan. to Aug. 2024 exceeded the 2023 levels by 33 percent for the same period, with nearly 400 deaths reported. Dengue remains hyperendemic in the Philippines,...
To assess their preferences for availing of medical services, the Department of Education (DepEd) has started conducting an online survey among its employees. (DepEd / Manila Bulletin) In an advisory issued on Thursday, Sept. 12, DepEd announced that it is conducting an online survey to...
By Veronica V. Wuson Who doesn’t appreciate a second chance? Just as a mulligan in golf offers a do-over without penalty, the healing garden at the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) aims to provide a space for renewal and a fresh start. To bring this vision to life, the Friends of PGH...
Illustration from Freepik Being hospitalized is a process no one wants to go through, though at times it is inescapable. Our body can only handle so much that sometimes a stay becomes inevitable. Should such a scenario occur for you, here are a few handy essentials you’ll need during your stay....
The Philippine League Against Epilepsy, in collaboration with ZydusPH, proudly announces the launch of #STEPS: Stop The Epilepsy Stigma—a groundbreaking advocacy campaign dedicated to raising awareness, challenging misconceptions, and promoting a deeper understanding of epilepsy. Epilepsy affects...
Albert Einstein once said, “Nothing will benefit human health and increase our chances of survival for life on Earth as much as the evolution to a vegetarian diet.” If the genius Einstein said that a diet based on plants is beneficial to health, then coffee must be healthy considering that...
In the fast paced world of cosmetic medicine, hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers have secured their place as a popular, non-surgical option for facial rejuvenation. These fillers, celebrated for their ability to restore volume and smooth out wrinkles, are typically lauded for their safety and efficacy....
The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) calls on the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) to increase the healthcare benefits and packages offered to its members. In a statement, PCCI President Enunina V. Mangio said that PhilHealth's mandate is to provide affordable and...
Iloilo 1st district Rep. Janette Garin (Ellson Quismorio/ MANILA BULLETIN) Calling it a waste of public funds, House Deputy Majority Leader Iloilo 1st district Rep. Janette Garin has slammed the delay in the Department of Health's (DOH) procurement...
CEBU CITY – The City Health Department has recommended the declaration of a state of public health emergency here due to increasing dengue cases. Dr. Daisy Villa, who made the recommendation to acting Mayor Raymond Garcia, said that the declaration will help combat rising cases. She said the...
