Did you know that lung cancer is the second most common type of cancer globally? The World Health Organization noted that in 2017, deaths caused by lung cancer in the Philippines reached 11,365 or 1.84% of total deaths.  In the Philippines, lung cancer is the leading cause of death due to cancer in both men and […]

“Measure your life in love.” (Rent) At different points in my life where I was made to choose between my family and another person, I always chose my family. I always thought that any person who would ask you to make that choice does not love you unconditionally.  In 2015, my mom Anita told our family that […]

Whenever a person has diarrhea, a bacterial or viral infection is to blame. But what if a person experiences chronic diarrhea? Could it be caused by a more serious problem, or is it nothing to worry about? What is chronic diarrhea? Chronic diarrhea is a condition wherein a person has watery or runny stools, but no apparent […]

Day in and day out, experts remind us that to reduce the spread of SARS-CoV2 infection, little things, like wearing masks and practicing physical distancing, count. Now, some tips online suggest that even common items, such as nasal rinses, throat sprays, and mouthwash, can be used as protection against COVID-19. What's the truth behind this […]

With the number of cases soaring daily, supplies for key medications against COVID-19, such as remdesivir, have been running low. And even if they are available, they often cost thousands of pesos per dose. For many people, this calls for the use of ivermectin, an affordable drug that some reports claim to be effective in […]

A baby in Florida is reportedly the first baby born with COVID-19 antibodies. What do authorities say about this development? Find out here. Mothers can pass COVID-19 antibodies to their newborn Antibodies are proteins that are important for our immunity. They can identify and fight off pathogens, such as bacteria and viruses. Essentially, if you have antibodies […]

In today's world, the goal is to have anything in an instant. From message sending to food delivery, faster is always better. Unfortunately, the emphasis on speed and convenience (as well as other changes to modern living) has caused many people to become less active. Obesity, heart disease, and diabetes are more prevalent today as […]

These days, people are spoiled for choice when it comes to diets that can help them lose weight. But sometimes, things can get confusing really fast, especially for first-time dieters. This is why a good approach when it comes to dieting would be to use a balanced meal plate. Using a balanced meal plate is great […]

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. We hear this statement often enough, but it helps to know exactly why eating breakfast is good for health. Here’s the science behind it. https://hellodoctor.com.ph/healthy-eating/nutrition-facts/nutrient-deficiency-diseases/ Why Eating Breakfast is Good for the Health The following are some of the science-backed benefits of eating a healthy breakfast: Eating Breakfast Gets Your […]