Before the 1800s, plant-based diet was known as the Pythagorean Diet. It was named after the Greek philosopher Pythagoras who extolled the health benefits of vegetarian diet, as well as taught that it is immoral to slaughter animals. He and his followers adhered to a simple diet of bread,...
The sudden increase in Covid-19 cases in Singapore two weeks ago gave rise to the usual over-the-top reactions in social media. This was further fueled by a subsequent modest uptick in the number of local Covid-19 cases, albeit mostly mild. Panicked and hysterical posts were once again all over the...
"First, do no harm.” This foundational principle of healthcare has guided medical professionals since the time of Hippocrates, the father of Western medicine. It underscores the commitment to avoid causing harm to people. However, in a contradictory twist, the healthcare industry now...
(MANILA BULLETIN) The Department of Health (DOH) is intent on calling the newest Covid-19 variants by the names of KP.2 and KP.3 instead of the more commonly known term “FLiRT” variants, in a bid to make the public take them more seriously. DOH Spokesperson...
(Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) The Department of Health (DOH) said on Wednesday, May 29, that the Philippines won't have to undergo past pandemic restrictions as it intends to take full control regarding the possible effects of the emerging new...
(Pixabay) An official from the Department of Health (DOH) has told House of Representatives members that there are several funding sources the agency can utilize to address and mitigate the possible effects of the so-called “FLiRT” variants of Covid-19....
DAVAO CITY – The city government of Mati and the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) have offered mental health care packages for their members. Mati City Mayor Michelle Nakpil Rabat and PhilHealth-11 regional vice president Harvey Carcedo, with Mati City health officer Dr. Benhur...
The new Covid-19 variants are “likely here” in the Philippines, the Department of Health (DOH) said on Tuesday, May 28. The Department of Health (DOH) said the flagged new Covid-19 subvariants are possibly here in the Philippines but noted that cases continue to be clinically mild and...
By DR. DORY BUENA Chairman, Department of Pediatrics, Asian Hospital and Medical Center That moment you decide to become a mother, for me, is the beginning of the journey to motherhood. It’s a selfless choice because you have to commit to a big unknown. There are a lot of things to think of...
Iloilo 1st district Rep. Janette Garin (Ellson Quismorio/ MANILA BULLETIN) Iloilo 1st district Rep. Janette Garin has suggested a series of actions for the public to follow as a way to combat Covid-19's so-called FLiRT subvariants. "Whats more important at...
In line with its efforts to prepare the next generation of public health leaders, the Department of Health (DOH) sent a Philippine delegation to this year’s World Health Assembly (WHA). DOH Secretary Teodoro J. Herbosa and Permanent Representative Amb. Carlos D. Sorreta together with delegates...
Having diabetes, a prevalent health concern globally, encompasses beyond monitoring high glucose levels as it brings along unforeseen complications that can cast a shadow on one's well-being. Among these complications may include stroke, periodontal disease, chronic kidney disease, cardiovascular...
