Infectious Diseases

In any given medical situation, prevention is better than cure. This is especially true in the case of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is important to know how coronavirus spreads, its risk factors, and how you can prevent coronavirus disease from harming you and your family. Here’s how to prevent COVID-19. COVID-19 and its effects on the […]

You can find more information on COVID-19 in the Philippines, here. What is COVID-19? COVID-19, an infectious disease caused by a strain of coronavirus known as SARS-CoV-2 (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2). It belongs to a large family of coronaviruses, which cause infectious illnesses, such as SARS—the last outbreak of which occurred in 2003 and MERS-CoV, […]

These days, you tend to hear a lot of fake news about COVID-19, especially on social media. In fact, fake news is so widespread these days that it can be very difficult to distinguish between myths and facts about COVID-19. Believing the wrong information can potentially cause people to ignore the legitimate advice provided by experts, […]

COVID-19 is a highly contagious disease. And in a country like the Philippines, which is densely populated, containing a viral outbreak is difficult. This is why a quarantine was implemented to slow down the spread of the coronavirus. But even with the community quarantine, there is still the risk of contracting the disease, especially as people […]

On March 15, 2020, community quarantine in Metro Manila was declared by the government in an effort to control the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak.  On March 16th, the community quarantine in Metro Manila was extended to the entirety of Luzon. The quarantine is to last about a few weeks month and will be lifted by […]

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, chances are that you’ve heard about safe “social distancing.” Additionally, social distance has recently taken on a bit of a buzzword status in the Philippines. It is now normal to read about it online, hear about it on the news, or even see your favorite influencers or celebrities […]

As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise throughout the world, so too have questions about the deadly pathogen. Foremost among these questions is "What is the difference between flu and COVID-19?" On the surface they may show similar symptoms, but upon closer inspection, each actually exhibits certain key differences. What Is the Difference Between […]

What are the signs you should get tested for COVID-19? One of the ways the risk of spreading COVID-19 can be reduced is through testing. If more people get tested, it will be easier to identify infected individuals. This way, we can treat those who are sick, and isolate both patients and their close contacts. But what […]

As soon as the news about the initial wave of COVID-19 broke, comparisons were made. Some likened it to other viruses such as influenza, bird flu, or even SARS. Some even dismissed the panic as unnecessary, since influenza, or the flu, infects more people yearly compared to this new virus. While that may be the case, one […]

How is contact tracing in the Philippines performed? As the COVID-19 pandemic sweeps across the world, the likelihood that we have come into contact with someone with the condition also increases.  When a person tests positive for COVID-19, there is a probability that those they have encountered could test positive, too.  This is why contact tracing should be […]