Disease Prevention Archives

When Whitening Becomes a Health Risk

Fresh FDA advisories and recent research show that unauthorized whitening and rejuvenating products sold online in the Philippines can contain mercury, hide drug ingredients, and shift beauty-related health risks onto consumers with the least protection.

Philippine Data Show Maternal Nutrition Shapes Child Health

New Philippine nutrition data show that a child’s health risks often begin before birth, as maternal anemia, poor nutritional status, and low birth weight continue to shape stunting, growth, and long-term health outcomes across generations.

What Cherry Blossoms Teach Us About Health, Rest, and Renewal

From Holy Week to cherry blossoms, this reflection explores how renewal, rest, and mindful living shape the way we care for our health.

Health, As We Actually Live It: The Science of Intentional Living (Digital Version)

Wellness is built through patterns sustained over time. This reflection explores the science of intentional living and how everyday choices shape long-term health.

Poor Diet in the Philippines: How It Drives Obesity, Diabetes, and TB Risk

As poor diet quality drives both obesity-related disease and undernutrition-linked TB risk, the Philippines is confronting a double nutrition crisis that is making illness more deadly at both extremes

TB Prevention at Home: Why It Starts at the Dining Table

On World Tuberculosis Day, Joyful Wellness begins a short series to raise awareness on TB and its impact on Filipino families. We will share stories and insights to help readers recognize risks and act early. Through clear, evidence-based information, we hope to support prevention—starting at home.