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Respiratory Viruses Surge in February After Holiday Exposures

Influenza and other respiratory viruses remain active in February 2026, weeks after holiday travel and gatherings, according to WHO and CDC surveillance data.

Sun Damage Without Summer: Why Filipinos Get UV Damage Year-Round

UV index levels in the Philippines regularly exceed safe thresholds, even outside summer. Dermatologists urge daily sun protection to prevent long-term skin damage.

Chinese New Year 2026: Wellness in a Year of Fire, Balance, and Renewal

From cooling foods to Baduanjin exercises, discover how Chinese New Year 2026 inspires balance, longevity, and quiet wellness.

Why Some Men Avoid Mental Health Care Until It’s Too Late

Male suicide rates in the Philippines are more than double those of women. Experts examine how masculinity norms and stigma prevent men from seeking mental health care.

Love Month, Lonely Bodies: When February Undermines Emotional Health

Loneliness affects one in six globally and 57% of Filipinos report feeling lonely. Experts warn Valentine’s season may heighten emotional and health risks.

Valentine’s Day and the STI Prevention Gap in the Philippines

More than 21,000 new HIV cases were recorded in 2023, yet Valentine’s season rarely features STI prevention messaging in the Philippines.

Philippine National Cancer Summit 2026: A Turning Point for Cancer Care

This February, the Philippine National Cancer Summit 2026 convenes leaders and advocates to scale person-centered cancer care across the country.

Baguio’s Panagbenga Festival Adapts as Climate Warms and Bloom Cycles Shift

Panagbenga Festival continues to bloom in Baguio even as climate change reshapes flowering patterns, health risks, and community life.

Wear Red Day: Taking Care of the Heart That Carries So Much

On Wear Red Day, we focus on women’s heart health—why it matters, how it’s different, and the simple ways women can protect the heart that carries so much.

A growing strain: Why Cancer remains a health threat nationwide

On World Cancer Day, new data reveal that cancer remains a leading cause of death in the Philippines, underscoring the need for stronger prevention, early detection, and equitable care.

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