Health & Wellness

The Department of Health has joined forces with China and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to improve the country’s response to coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) in the areas of medical waste management. In a statement recently, DOH officer-in-charge Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said healthcare waste management must be maintained as the country progresses to a post-Covid society. “It is …

It’s no secret that sunscreen is the single most imperative step in any skincare routine. Gone are the days when SPF protection is limited to beach trips and sun care. By now, it is common knowledge that sunscreen use is not only key to skin cancer prevention (which truly saves lives!), but is also the best go-to product for anti-aging! …

The sprouting acts of kindness have been one of the positive outcomes of the pandemic. As the world began to realize the value of health, stakeholders and volunteers stepped up and came together to respond to the needs of communities, especially its vulnerable members. SM Foundation, Inc. (SMFI) and its partners, for one, have continued their medical missions to provide …

The latest medical research by the United Kingdom’s Department of Health and Social Care (UK-DHSC) has revealed that vaping is indeed a healthier and safer alternative to smoking. According to the UK-DHSC’s findings, vaping has a lower chance of causing cancer and other ailments related to the heart and lungs. That said, the Department also recommended vaping as a therapeutic …

In line with its commitment towards medical advancement and technology, Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center (CGHMC) recently unveiled its brand-new, recently acquired Da Vinci Surgical Robot.  The highly advanced, robotic-assisted surgical system is said to enable doctors to perform many types of complex procedures associated with minimally invasive surgery (MIS) with more precision, flexibility and control than with conventional …

Ateneo De Manila University acquired UV Care air purifiers as part of its preparation for its return to campus, and resume operations for the next normal. All these are being done to help ensure the safety and protection of its students, faculty, and staff. The UV Care air purifier is a US FDA-approved Class II Medical Device for air cleaning. Based on certified-tested reports, UV …

VALERIA DOCTORS- a new top-notch, one-stop-clinic is set to take the stage as a leading provider of world-class standard quality of Dentistry and Medical Aesthetics. Anchored in superior skills and home-like customer service, Valeria Doctors promises to revolutionize the practice and leave footprints on the globe as they foster patients all over the world by promoting Medical Aesthetics and Dental …

In the Philippines, diabetes is one of the leading causes of mortality. In 2021, diabetes mellitus ranked fifth on the list of causes of death in the country, according to a report released by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). This condition is caused by elevated sugar levels in the blood due to insufficient insulin production. If left unchecked, the chronic disease can result in …

As the COVID-19 pandemic brought about challenges and caused fear in people across the world, some individuals may have changed life perspectives negatively.  To address this and help individuals, particularly working parents, switch back to familiar ways and practices, Malayan High School of Science hosted a webinar titled “Your Well-Being Matters: Beating Burnout and Practicing Mindfulness for Working Parents” last …

Advocacy campaign For Your Sweetheart PH leads the discussion on the need for healthier habits in the new normal Doctors and other health industry experts are sounding the alarm over the surges in deaths due to heart disease and diabetes over the past two years. Data from the Philippine Statistics Office show that ischemic heart disease was the top cause …