General Health Knowledge

What is an aneurysm? An aneurysm is a bulge in an artery's wall that develops when a weak spot in the artery's wall expands due to the pressure of blood flowing through it or when the blood vessel wall becomes weak for another reason. How common are they? Although aneurysms can occur in any blood channel, […]

Things that affect our health are not only the things that we put inside our body, but the things we surround ourselves with. Environmental factors can greatly impact our health and because of this, we should take great care in what we put close to us. Especially in the era of COVID-19, we have become […]

How did the Filipinos' perception on vaccination change over the years? What are the possible reasons behind vaccine hesitancy? Learn more about the immunization program in the Philippines here.  History of Immunization in the Philippines The Expanded Program on Immunization in the Philippines was launched in 1976. But Filipinos began receiving shots against some infectious diseases decades […]

Did you know that there are vaccines to prevent over 20 potentially fatal diseases? According to the World Health Organization (WHO), annual vaccination prevents 2-3 million deaths from different kinds of diseases. However, for vaccines to retain their effectiveness, children and even adults must receive the required doses. Hence, this article supplies you with the […]

Whether in a real office or a remote work setup, sitting for the better part of the day has become routine. The dangers of a sedentary lifestyle - whether sitting or lying down - will be discussed. The possible advantages of a standing desk will also be considered. Why is sitting down bad for you? A sedentary […]

Women are ahead of their time. Even in the past when people confined ladies to the role of homemakers, many left footprints: extraordinary efforts that eventually led to empowerment.  As we celebrate International Women's Day, let's dive deep into the contributions of 7 outstanding Filipinas in different fields of health.  https://hellodoctor.com.ph/cancer/leukemia/shara-que-felix/ Fe V. del Mundo, M.D. Many know […]

Probably, you are one of the many people with a good memory of that little blue jar in your house. When you were younger, your mother used to rub Vicks on your chest whenever you were feeling a little bit down and out. And it did magically make you feel better! What's the science behind […]

White Flower Oil (Embrocation) may only come in tiny bottles, but they pack numerous uses, from headache relief to improvement of flu symptoms. Where does this oil get its “cure-all” properties? How do you use it correctly? The answers and more are in this article.  What is White Flower Oil? White Flower Embrocation, more commonly known as […]

Falling ill doesn’t just point to several days in bed, feeling miserable, and missing work or school; it also means shelling out money for the doctor’s fee, medicines, laboratory works, or hospital confinement. Mild diseases may not cause a huge dip in your savings, but critical illnesses, such as cancer and stroke, or a condition […]

Thousands of people had lost their jobs as the Philippines continue to fight off the COVID-19 pandemic, which is also reflected in a rising number of malnutrition and stunting cases. This saddening news brought the importance of understanding the context and the different types of malnourishment.  What is Malnutrition? According to the World Health Organization, malnutrition is […]