The Insurance Commission (IC) reported that the health maintenance organization (HMO) industry’s total net income surged by 84.4 times—or by over half a billion pesos—in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year, driven by a sharp increase in membership fee income. The...
Watsons, a trusted household name for beauty and health essentials, continues to elevate its commitment to health and wellness with the launch of The Great Health Fest 2025. Held at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall on May 12, the six-day event runs until May 17 and features unbeatable deals,...
Linking Network for Cancer Services Inc. (LiNCS) has marked a groundbreaking milestone in Philippine healthcare with the inauguration of its state-of-the-art genomics facility, Pathfinder Lab. Located at Unit 7D, Strata 100 Building, Emerald Avenue, Ortigas Central Business District, Pasig City,...
The Healthcare Training Center (HCT) is setting a new standard in healthcare education by leveraging cutting-edge innovation and global collaborations to prepare the next generation of medical professionals. With a commitment to excellence, HCT is revolutionizing healthcare training through...
It’s that time of year again when Filipino internists (internal medicine specialists) and internists-in-training gather over several days to learn about the latest medical information and network for research and clinical practice. Last May 4 to 7, 2025, the Philippine College of Physicians (PCP)...
In the olden days, the journey to manhood involved a manunuli (circumciser). To start the process, the child would be asked to chew on some guava leaves for its antibacterial and wound-healing properties. A sharp knife is then used by the manunuli to slice the upper skin of the patient’s penis,...
Senator Christopher “Bong” Go, who emerged as the top candidate in the 2025 senatorial race based on partial and unofficial results, said he is thankful for the result of the May 2025 midterm elections. Go thanked his supporters and former president Rodrigo Duterte, whom he credited for his...
As Filipinos head to polling precincts nationwide on Monday, May 12, the Department of Health (DOH) issued a reminder to be vigilant against heat-related illnesses, with parts of the country experiencing a danger-level heat index. In a public advisory, the agency said the heat index may soar to...
In today’s fast-paced, high-pressure world, motherhood has become an emotionally demanding balancing act—one that often leaves women stretched thin and silently struggling. This is something Dr. Carol Angeline P. Macawile, MA, RGC, a seasoned psychologist and registered guidance counselor, has...
A new World Bank loan aimed at strengthening the Philippines ' health system is facing delays as the Washington-based multilateral lender awaits a go-signal from the Department of Justice (DOJ). "The project will become effective upon obtaining the legal opinion from the DOJ and the adoption...
Unilever remains dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency in its factories to consistently deliver high-quality consumer products to Filipinos. In 2024, Unilever Philippines signed a 15-year solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for its Foods factory. The solar panel infrastructure installation...
Consuming less than what we produce without putting the world at stake helps sustain our shared home. Be mindful of consumption habits and conserve what’s left. These goals gun for one objective—to help the Earth regain its natural balance. But did you know that sustainability isn’t limited...
