CLINICAL MATTERS Following the death of Barbie Hsu from influenza-related pneumonia, another high-profile person has recently been diagnosed with pneumonia. Pope Francis has been reported to be in critical condition with “double pneumonia,” with the possibility of sepsis. What do these terms...
Reelectionist Senator Christopher “Bong” Go on Monday, March 3, called on the public and health authorities to remain vigilant against the monkeypox or mpox disease, emphasizing the importance of maintaining proactive measures in the Philippines, given the potential risk of importation of...
Health is personal. It is the quiet decisions we make each day, the food we eat, the habits we form, the checkups we either take seriously or put off. And yet, for something so deeply personal, health is also collective. It affects families, communities, even entire nations. This is the philosophy...
Four Philippine projects funded by World Bank loans totaling over $1.37 billion (nearly ₱80 billion) are progressing satisfactorily, according to the Washington-based multilateral lender. In separate implementation status and results reports this month and last month, the World Bank said the...
By Letizia Balanag 2025 MB Newsmaker of the Year Award honoree Dr. Victor Erwin Jocson delivered his acceptance speech One’s story can serve as an inspiration and a catalyst for change. This connection fosters a sense of shared humanity, breaking down barriers and inspiring...
By: Jasmine Tuaño For many Filipinos, world-class healthcare often feels out of reach, with some seeking treatment abroad for specialized medical procedures. However, The Medical City (TMC) is proving that world-class care is available right at home. As one of the country’s leading healthcare...
Dr. Michelle F. Rodriguez Consultant, Pediatric Hematology Oncology Specialist at Asian Cancer Institute | Asian Hospital and Medical Center When a family is faced with a cancer diagnosis, it is normal to go through a rollercoaster of emotions. And if it’s a child, the pain...
Camarines Sur 2nd district Rep. LRay Villafuerte (Facebook) Camarines Sur 2nd district Rep. LRay Villafuerte is confident that the country’s estimated 300,000 barangay health workers (BHWs) will finally get the job security and...
Osteoporosis, often called a silent disease, weakens bones and increases the risk of fractures, making it a leading cause of disability among the elderly. In the Philippines, millions are affected, particularly postmenopausal women, underscoring the need for proactive care. During the...
Do you wake up in the morning feeling refreshed and rested? Do you feel nourished, healthy, and strong? Do you make time to participate in the things you enjoy? Are you comfortable saying no? If you said yes to all of these, you are doing so well in taking care of your well-being. If...
Aging is a reality we all face, but how we experience it is largely within our control. For the longest time, we’ve accepted that growing older means wrinkles, joint pain, chronic illness, and a general decline in quality of life. But today, science tells us otherwise. Aging isn’t just...
CLINICAL MATTERS It started with Quezon City, followed by several other municipalities declaring dengue outbreaks. Perhaps it was because of the recent rains that sporadically occur even in the dry season. It doesn’t take much water to get Aedes mosquitoes to breed. Stagnant water in...
