The summer season is here! As the seasons shift, so do our skin’s requirements. Because of the harsh rays of the sun, it becomes much more difficult to keep the skin soft, healthy, and sparkling during the hotter months. When it comes to sun damage, too much exposure to ultraviolet rays (UV rays) can cause […]

Every year, we commemorate World Tuberculosis Day. This annual event commemorates the discovery of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacillus that causes tuberculosis (TB), by Dr. Robert Koch in 1882. World TB Day is a day dedicated to raising public awareness about the global effects of tuberculosis. TB is still one of the most lethal infectious diseases […]

The apparent rise in temperature is the most visible predictor of the summer season. Under normal conditions, beach trips, sports and other recreational events are the highlight of summer preparations. 1. Stay hydrated Staying hydrated is important for the body’s cooling process. When exercising or doing strenuous activities in the heat, it is recommended to drink […]

Less time spent in the hospital, more time for what truly matters. Held annually on the 8th of March, International Women’s Day is a global celebration of the social, economic, political, and cultural achievements of women throughout history. This year’s theme is “Choose to Challenge” – a rallying call to action to go against established […]

Indigestion or dyspepsia prevents proper digestion of the food which usually cause pain or heaviness in the abdomen. It is a that causes symptoms such as vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and heartburn or acid reflux. Symptoms of indigestion include: · Heavy feeling after eating · Nausea· Vomiting · Diarrhea · Stomach bloating · Heartburn· Sour […]

In the spirit of love month, here’s how we can help take care of your heart. When you’ve got a problem, it’s always good to have a heart-to-heart talk. But what do you do when your heart is the problem? First declared in 1973 by virtue of Proclamation no. 1096, Philippine Heart Month is celebrated […]

Medgate Philippines is launching a new partnership with InLife Health Care, in line with their dedication to reach and provide accessible health care to millions of Filipinos. With the partnership, InLife Health Care members will have 24/7 direct access to a competent physician for their regular health care needs, without visiting a clinic or hospital. […]

Good oral hygiene is essential. Your ability to eat and speak can all be impaired by swollen or bleeding gums, missing teeth, infections, and oral discomfort. Oral Health Month is a good time to take stock of your routine of oral care and to consider how proper oral health can impact your overall well-being. How […]

One way to stop the spread of a virus is through vaccines. Vaccine works by helping our bodies combat the virus when it enters the human body. When germs, like the virus that causes COVID-19, invade our bodies, they attack and multiply. This invasion, called an infection, is what causes the disease. In a careful […]

2021 is here and the first thing on everybody’s agenda should be: self-care! Self-care is a personal matter. Everyone’s approach is different. When we discuss about self-care, we talk about the actions you can take to develop, protect, maintain, and improve health and well-being. It can be super helpful to integrate self-care activities or a […]

As another year has ended, one full of unprecedented times, it is the perfect time to look back on what we have accomplished and what goals that excites us do we set this 2021. 2020 surprised us with its grand entrance of the Australia forest fire and we have experience a volcanic eruption in the […]

Firecrackers are small explosive devices mainly intended to create a huge volume of noise. However, other firecrackers can cause injury to humans, such as burns, poisoning, breathing issues, eye damage and serious hand injuries. Every December is Firecracker Injury Prevention Month. During this month, the government and other private groups are organizing different anti-firecracker program […]

The COVID-19 pandemic may have changed and influenced the Christmas shopping behavior of most Filipinos, but this will not stop them from continuing this year’s tradition of holiday gift-giving. This year’s holiday celebrations will be different from what we’re accustomed to as safety protocols continue to regulate gatherings and enforce physical distancing, reunions, get-togethers, and […]

Doctors perform one of the most valuable personal services in the world. They care for our bodies in the most intimate of ways. We place our lives in their hands and trust they have our best interest at heart. As we experience the challenges brought on by the pandemic, there is the need to adapt […]

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected everyone globally. As we take on these unprecedented days together, we might know someone whose life has been altered by the COVID-19 pandemic in some way. It’s times like these when we’re especially lucky to be surrounded by helpful people. As we all struggle to understand our new normal, what […]

What is expired medication? Every medication has an expiration. They have expiry dates so you know when to use them by. Beyond the expiry date, medicines may not be safe or as effective. Can you take expired medications? Because of a change in chemical composition or a reduction in strength, expired medical products may be […]

What is expired medication? Every medication has an expiration. They have expiry dates so you know when to use them by. Beyond the expiry date, medicines may not be safe or as effective. Can you take expired medications? Because of a change in chemical composition or a reduction in strength, expired medical products may be […]

On the basis of Proclamation No. 124 signed by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo in 2001, Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Week is observed every third week of November. The proclamation highlights a nationwide and a systematically-coordinated community information drive against the evils of drug abuse with the objective to increase awareness and understanding of the adverse […]

Saturday, November 14 is World Diabetes Day. The campaign draws attention to issues of paramount importance to the diabetes world and keeps diabetes firmly in the public and political spotlight. The initiative for World Diabetes Day in 2020 focuses on supporting the role of nurses in diabetes prevention and management. In essence, Diabetes is a […]

As declared by the Council of Welfare for Children (CWC), National Children’s month starts annually every November. This month- long event aims to educate and spread awareness of children’s rights here in the Philippines, taking into account the political and social environment in which they live. This year’s celebration will focus on upholding children’s rights […]