The first trimester of pregnancy is both thrilling and stressful. Especially for first-time mothers who are unsure about how to care for their future children. What hormonal changes are felt in the first trimester of pregnancy? • Fatigue • Tender and swollen breasts • Nausea that sometimes includes vomiting• Frequent urination • Sensitivity to taste […]

As part of the worldwide observation of International Women’s Day (IWD), the month of March has been declared as National Women’s Month to highlight the empowerment of women as active contributors to and claimholders of development and growth. IWD came about as a result of women’s organizing efforts in the early 20th century. Working women […]

by: Froilan Santos, M.D Women with normal ovulatory function menstruate regularly each month. Have irregular menstrual periods alerted you as a red flag? Have you been irregularly menstruating since the menarche (start of menstrual period)? It cannot be stressed importantly enough to have the regularity of menstrual cycles in your compass! A normal menstrual period […]

Mycobacterium leprae (M. leprae) bacteria cause leprosy (Hansen’s Disease), which is a chronic infection. It can cause problems with the skin and nerves of the hands and feet, as well as the eyes and nasal lining. Leprosy can damage other organs, such as the kidneys and in some testicles in men, in some situations. Leprosy […]

The theme for Oral Health Month for the next three years sends out a simple but powerful message: Be Proud of Your Mouth. In other words, value and take care of it. The importance of good oral health to our overall health cannot be overstated. The purpose of appropriate oral hygiene is to prevent gum […]