Philippine News

If you’re on your way to a long day at a beach in the middle of April, chances are you’re automatically slathering yourself in sunscreen....

Summer in the Philippines falls between March and May, which brings warmer weather with spikes in temperature that can often cause...

Dengue fever is caused by the dengue virus transmitted from the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito. There are no specific medications or...

Getting started running might seem as simple as putting one foot in front of another, but becoming “a runner” can be a daunting prospect....

March is Fire Prevention Month, making it an ideal time to remind the public about the importance of fire safety. Fires continue to pose...

Hand-foot-and-mouth disease is a mild, contagious viral infection common in young children. Symptoms include sores in the mouth and a...

Dengue rashes are a unique marker of the illness. “Most seasonal infections are characterized by high fever and so it can become...

Any type of transportation can cause motion sickness. It can strike suddenly, progressing from a feeling of uneasiness to a cold sweat,...

The pain that occur in the legs during the night is known as nocturnal leg cramps. This pain awakens you from sleep but these cramps can...

A burpee sounds like something that should be silly. It isn’t. Burpees are brutally efficient as a workout tool, meshing cardio and...

Everyone needs a big brother; everyone needs someone to guide them and help them grow. In my work with MSMEs, I talk about big-brother...

Much like the flu or common cold, the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) affects the respiratory system, causing symptoms such as cough, fever,...

Here are some ways in which you can keep your health in check while enjoying the chilly weather. 1. Wash Your Hands The transition to...

This year, I want to exercise more, lose weight and eat better – sound familiar? That’s because some of our most common New Year’s...

Filipinos are renowned for their vibrant and enthusiastic celebration of festivals and holidays, creating a rich tapestry of cultural and...

Christmas Day is just around the corner, and everyone is busy attending various holiday events and parties. The public has fully embraced...

Avian influenza, commonly called “bird flu,” is a viral infection that spreads in birds, cows and other animals. It can sometimes spread...

Christmas is typically a time for celebrations, catching up with family and friends and of course delicious food and drinks. But wouldn’t...

Key points 1 in 4: About one in four people infected with dengue will get sick. For people who get sick with dengue, symptoms can be mild...

Overview Typhoid fever, also called enteric fever, is caused by salmonella bacteria. Typhoid fever is rare in places where few people...