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News

February 24

COVID-19 Virus May Linger On Surfaces Up To 9 Days, Study Finds

The coronavirus may spread through touching contaminated surfaces

The novel coronavirus which originated from Wuhan, China in December 2019, has so far claimed the lives of 2,467 people in China and other countries. To this day, however, scientists are still racing against time to find out more about the virus
Inspiration

August 21

Emmeline Villar Gives Filipinos Battling Lupus a Spark of Hope

The DOJ undersecretary did not let lupus get in her way of living the best life. She wants the same for others.

Emmeline Villar, who has been working in public service for 10 years, was diagnosed with lupus at 25 years old, but she did not disclose it to anyone in Congress where she was a DIWA party list-representative. She eventually revealed her secret
Labor & Childbirth

February 6

Childbirth Safer in PH, Thanks to a Successful Immunization Program

Some vaccine good news for pregnant women.

In January 2017, SmartParenting.com.ph reported that the Philippines still faced the threat of maternal and neonatal tetanus (MNT), a bacterial disease that is fatal to fetuses and newborns. A pregnant woman who contracts the disease can transfer the infection to her unborn
Your Kid’s Health

January 6

Keep Sick Kids at Home, Pleads Mom After Kid's Stay in ICU

"If your child has a cold, or a flu, or an upper respiratory infection, please keep them home.”

Sick kids have to stay home and rest -- for their health and the safety of other kids. One mom is strongly asking other parents to keep this in mind after her 3-year-old was sent to the hospital for a potentially life-threatening
Your Kid’s Health

November 14

Breast Milk and Good Hygiene Can Help Prevent Pneumonia in Kids

Pneumonia is the single largest infectious cause of death in children worldwide, killing 900,000 kids in 2015.

Pneumonia is the single largest infectious cause of child deaths worldwide, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). It accounts for 16 percent of all deaths in children below 5 years old, killing over 920,000 children in 2015. Being a highly treatable disease
Your Kid’s Health

October 7

This Is the Most Effective First-Aid Treatment Against Rabies

Once rabies develops, it is almost always fatal. Once a member of your family is bitten by a dog, this quick action can be life-saving.

When it comes to dog bites, quick action is crucial: wash the bitten area, disinfect with alcohol or antiseptic, and immediately consult a doctor. There should be no hesitation nor should you wait and wonder whether or not the bite will lead
Home

September 3

Are Insecticides Safe To Use? + Questions on Preventing Mosquito-borne Diseases Answered

Protect your family from the Zika virus, chikungunya and dengue by eliminating the source.

News about the Zika virus spreading in these parts of the world is causing a lot of us to worry about our families' health, not only because of the dreaded effects of the virus to pregnant women and their unborn babies, but
Your Health

August 15

Fight Rainy Season Germs With These Healthy Habits

Protect your family with these hygiene habits.

This rainy season, the umbrella is your first defense against getting sick. But sometimes it can do very little to protect you from illnesses and diseases that the rain and flood bring. Here's how you and your family can stay far away
Home

January 8

10 Doctor-Approved Home Remedies for Common Child Diseases

Doctor-approved homemade remedies for common kiddie illnesses and discomforts.

When it comes to treating a sick child at home, a lot of moms have quick fixes that do wonders to alleviate aches and pains. We asked registered massage therapist and pediatrician Carmela San Luis de Lara, M.D., to share some doctor-approved
Home

September 24

Respiratory Etiquette, Antibiotics and Safe Medication

Want to help prevent the spread of infectious diseases at home and medicine resistance? Read this article to learn more.

Respiratory Etiquette: Keeping Infectious Diseases At Bay Do you know your respiratory etiquette? It includes simple actions and basic good health manners to prevent the spread of disease, says Luningning Villa, M.D., medical specialist IV of the Department of Health’s National Center
Your Health

August 15

What Every Woman Should Know about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)

We share this article from FemaleNetwork.com on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), its definition, symptoms and more.

By: Ana SantosPolycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal disorder among women of reproductive age. Women and girls ranging from eight or nine years old to their post-menopause years have been diagnosed with PCOS. Between the fact that PCOS affects
News

March 8

Giselle Sanchez Talks About Cord Blood Banking

Some Filipino parents like Giselle Sanchez have already invested in cord blood banking. Find out why and see if it’s for you.

Cord blood banking seems like something that only happens in other countries. What a lot of Filipino parents don’t know is that cord blood banking is available in the Philippines and some parents have already invested in it. Below, TV/ movie actress
Home

December 1

What kinds of medical or lab tests should we require our yayas or househelp undergo before accepting them?

Important requirements for yaya and household help.

It is best to require a pre-employment medical exam for your incoming yayas or househelp especially if they will be taking care of very young kids. We should be as, if not more, careful in ensuring that they don’t have any illness/disease
Toddler

October 23

Leptospirosis: How it Happens and What to Do

Leptospirosis is a disease that spreads due to floodwater. Be vigilant and learn more about this illness to prevent your child from getting it.
Toddler

October 22

Cholera: Hazards and Helpful Hints

Cholera is a disease that still occurs in the Philippines. This storm season, prevent your child from contracting this illness.

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