Taking control of your wellbeing this 2022 by Dr Mary Grace L. Angel, M.D Taking control of our wellbeing, as we welcome the year 2022, may also mean taking control of our weight to stay physically fit, avoid illnesses and to boost our energy level. Physical inactivity is unavoidable in a pandemic, with most people […]

2021 is slowly coming to a close and what a year has it been. From increasing cases of COVID-19, to vaccination drives, and now hopefully to slowly easing lockdowns. The remaining days of the year are going to fly by between your work duties, back-to-school activities, and Christmas celebrations with friends and family. Some people […]

Every Christmas season, buffet tables would always be stocked with delicious meat delicacies like lechon, ham, morcon, embutido, and roast chicken. Leche flan, fruit salad, ube halaya, kakanin, and the family’s favorite cakes would be served for dessert. Excessive consumption of such meals, even if delicious, is unhealthy for those with high blood pressure or […]

We only have a few days till Christmas, so we need to be able to prepare and purchase Christmas gifts, as well as save a present for our children. If you’re on a budget, you can give a unique and special present this holiday season by giving healthy and inexpensive gifts. What are some good […]

By Phidelle Andres, M.D Ear infections are common occurrences in all age groups. Of these illnesses, the two most commonly encountered in the clinics are Acute Otitis Externa (AOE) and Acute Otitis Media (AOM). Approximately 10% of people will develop otitis externa during their lifetime, and the majority of cases (95%) are acute. Most occur […]

Children spend the most of their time with their parents before starting preschool or grade school: learning from them, laughing, crying, and sharing everything in between. Parenting may go on many different directions. Some parenting techniques can make children’s transition from childhood to adulthood more difficult. If parents lack enough care and supervision for their […]

by Carla Mia Carandang, M.D, DPPS Smart phones, Smart TVs, and tablets are now part of the Filipino household. In this modern day and age, fun and socialization for the younger population are mostly dependent on gadgets. This is especially true during this time of the pandemic where children spend most of their time in […]

The human body can be compared to a machine that has many different parts and has different roles to play in keeping an individual alive and healthy. Every part of the body is important for its overall function. For the body to function properly, it needs organic nutrients that we call vitamins. Vitamins are nutrients […]

by Carla Mia Carandang, M.D, DPPS Oral and dental health is of great importance to a child’s overall health, well-being and quality of life. Poor oral health can lead to untreated dental diseases causing eating, sleeping and learning problems in children and adolescents. This will have a negative impact on a child’s social interactions, school […]

by Dr. Crystle Cotingting M.D First of all, congratulations on your decision to protect yourself against the severe complications of COVID-19! Here are answers to some of the most commonly asked questions we get at Medgate from people after vaccination. What can I expect? The most commonly reported side effects from any of the COVID-19 […]

by Juan Paolo Delos Santos, M.D Error of Refraction (EOR) is one of the most common eye conditions in the world. Globally, it affects 2.3 billion people. It has a higher occurrence among South East Asian countries, including the Philippines, as compared to western countries. EORs can greatly affect quality of life if left uncorrected. […]

Now that the world is still in the midst of a COVID-19 pandemic, our usual routine has drastically changed. This Global Handwashing Day, specialists from local to international organizations are urging everyone to integrate hand washing into our daily lives. Importance of Hand Hygiene during this pandemic Our hands are one of the main pathways […]

The Philippines celebrates National Mental Health Week every second week of October, based on Proclamation No. 452, signed by then-President Fidel V. Ramos on August 25, 1994. Meanwhile, World Mental Health Day is commemorated every year on October 10th. What is Mental Health? The emotional, psychological, and social well-being of someone is referred to as […]

The thyroid is the small butterfly-shaped organ in the middle part of the neck. It is also called the “master controller” because it is responsible for producing, storing, and releasing thyroid hormones into the blood. Thyroid hormones play an important role in our body affecting the brain and other organs. What is the role of […]

Now that Metro Manila is still in the midst of a lockdown due to the pandemic, and have yet to see its imminent end, many of us are already experiencing boredom, loneliness, and exhaustion due to the cancellation of our usual lives. The most prone to this problem, other than adults, are children. Minors are […]

Parenthood is one of the most challenging and fulfilling roles in this lifetime. A child is born into the world with sheer innocence and curiosity. John Locke, an English philosopher, proposed the concept of “tabula rasa” that translates to blank slate, where children are molded according to their upbringing. They get their values from their […]

by Dena Mae Amor Desabille-Deblois, MD, MPH Only have a child when you are ready, whether you are 19 years old, 28 years old, or 40 years old. In the Philippines, the expense of having a child has increased significantly, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Not only the monetary cost of a baby’s first year […]

by Dr Dena Mae Amor Desabille-Deblois Breastfeeding is natural, yet it is not easy. It is a mix of breastfeeding, dedication, and an enabling environment for the mother and her baby. This liquid gold has well-established benefits and being aware of them will empower a woman who intends to breastfeed. Breastfeeding is also associated with […]

by Maria Theresa R. Termulo, M.D. Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The disease is an airborne infection acquired by breathing in contaminated air droplets coughed or sneezed by a person who has an active TB. The disease primarily affects the lungs but can also affect other organ systems such as […]

By: Maria Theresa R. Termulo, MD Globally, asthma is 28th among the leading causes of burden of disease and is acknowledged as one of the most prevalent chronic respiratory diseases worldwide. In 2016, there were 339.4 million people worldwide affected by asthma based on the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Study. In the Philippines, the […]