Last week, I received a flurry of messages from friends and strangers when the Quezon City government announced a 265 percent increase in Covid-19 cases over the last three weeks. Despite the pandemic having ended three years ago, many people still get anxious whenever there is a spike in cases. ...
Do you find yourself having difficulty concentrating? Are you struggling to find the right words mid conversation? Are you forgetful? Are you having difficulty trying to understand what you are hearing, reading or watching? Is your brain slow in processing information? Do you wake up feeling tired?...
The horrific, fatal school shooting of three children last June 22, 2026, in Tacloban, along with 20 others injured, was all the more shocking when it was revealed that the perpetrators were minors. A 14-year-old boy who was a student at the school teamed up with a 15-year-old friend...
Have you ever thought about how the natural environment affects your nutritional status and overall health? The reality is, whether food is readily available on the table or not, we do not usually associate it with environmental factors such as climate change, raising sea levels, and disrupted...
A doctor’s hands can bring healing. An engineer’s hands can help build homes. A teacher 's hands can help shape futures. And the hands of parents and mentors guide, support, and lift us up in times of need and through life’s biggest milestones. But over time, these hands may begin to...
The Medical City (TMC) has earned international recognition for the specialties that care for some of the Philippines ' most life-threatening conditions, with Newsweek and Statista ranking its Cardiology program first among Philippine hospitals and recognizing its heart and brain care among...
Kidney disease remains one of the leading causes of death in the Philippines. The Philippine Society of Nephrology urges Filipinos to take proactive measures due to the rising incidence of chronic kidney disease in the country. Based on data the society obtained from the National Kidney and...
Hair does more than frame the face—it reflects our style, confidence, hygiene, and even our overall well-being. That’s why hair loss can feel deeply personal, affecting not only appearance but also self-esteem. Fortunately, advances in modern medicine have transformed hair restoration into a...
What comes to your mind when you hear the word fiber? Fruits and vegetables? Bowel movement? Did you know that the benefits of fiber go beyond just regulating your bowel movement and easing constipation? Dietary fiber or simply fiber can only be found in plant food sources. Therefore, you will...
When more than 25,000 runners took over EDSA during the historic Galaxy Manila Marathon, they were not simply participating in one of the country 's biggest races—they were part of a movement transforming how Filipinos experience fitness, community, and active living. For the first time,...
There is a moment in every leader’s week that nobody puts on a résumé: The meeting where you said something slightly dismissive, or the decision you made too quickly because sitting with uncertainty felt unbearable. We rarely talk about these moments because we have been taught that leadership...
Do you get that painful, burning sensation in your stomach or abdomen? Do you experience bloating, belching, or a sour taste in your mouth? You may be experiencing hyperacidity. It could get worse. Symptoms such as heartburn, a burning sensation in your chest, and acid reflux or regurgitation can...
