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Image source: Freepik Bringing a newborn home is one of the most beautiful and transformative experiences for any Filipino family. The quiet hum of a new baby’s first breaths, the soft rhythm of feeding, and the sleepless nights filled with lullabies mark the beginning of a new life. But new mothers should expect the first few weeks after birth can also be overwhelming, especially for a those...
Image source: https://www.freepik.com/premium-photo/pink-ribbon-symbol-breast-cancer-awareness-pink-background_7126406.htm#fromView=search&page=1&position=31&uuid=5f5389c4-7d61-4a8f-95c1-11c1f9955006&query=pink+ribbon Every October, pink ribbons bloom across the country. They appear on shirts, in malls, and all over social media. It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time when we...
Image source: https://www.freepik.com/free-photo/women-girl-preparing-food_14532775.htm#fromView=search&page=1&position=0&uuid=fb0077d6-00db-461e-8538-5eacd490566d&query=Family+preparing+healthy+meals+with+kids%2C+asian Raising healthy kids goes beyond simply ensuring they eat nutritious meals or play outdoors. It’s about helping them develop healthy habits for kids that nurture...
Image source: https://www.freepik.com/free-photo/woman-drinking-tea_12245353.htm#fromView=search&page=1&position=13&uuid=bf24ee23-3148-40c3-ac86-cd3e8b84ab5e&query=Cozy+reading+nook+soft+cushions+natural+light Finding calm amid chaos has become a daily challenge. With all the daily activities and mental clutter, it's vital to have a peaceful home environment to find calmness and...
Building a dream home is about creating a strong foundation. Similarly, ensuring a strong foundation for your health, particularly your bones, allows you and your family to enjoy every moment, unburdened by limitations. Osteoporosis, often called the "silent disease," slowly weakens bones, making them brittle and prone to bone fractures. But it doesn't have to be a part of your family's story. This...
A Public Heath Problem in the Philippines Rabies continues to be a serious public health problem in the Philippines. According to the Department of Health (DOH), rabies remains one of the top causes of human deaths from animal bites, with hundreds of fatalities reported annually. Yet experts from the World Health Organization (WHO) emphasize that rabies is completely preventable with proper...
Alzheimer’s disease is a growing concern in the Philippines. According to the National Institute on Aging and the Alzheimer’s Disease Association of the Philippines, an estimated 600,000 Filipinos are living with Alzheimer’s and other related dementias. This number is expected to rise as the population ages. This neurodegenerative condition affects memory, thinking, and behavior, gradually...
Image source: Freepik Introduction: How to Prevent Childhood Obesity Childhood obesity is now recognized as a major public health challenge worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the global obesity prevalence among children and adolescents has risen dramatically in recent decades, with millions now at risk of developing chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, high...
Most foods we consume have gone through some level of food processing before they make it to our plates. In the Philippines, the current health status of the population reflects a mix of progress and concern. While access to foods fortified with beneficial vitamins and minerals has improved, the effects of processed foods on health are increasingly in the spotlight. According to the World Health...
