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Blood letting

Holiday Blood Drives Continue as Lean Months Slow Donations

Blood donations typically slow during the holidays, prompting the Philippine Red Cross to continue blood drives to meet steady hospital demand.
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health monitoring at the airport

How Philippine Airports Are Managing Health Risks During Holiday Travel

As holiday passenger volumes surge, Philippine airports are relying on contactless digital processing and health-risk monitoring, while global evidence shows layered surveillance and cleaner indoor air, not fever checks alone, offer the strongest protection during peak travel.
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yogurt for gut health

Fermented Dairy Beverage Market Expands as Gut-Health Demand Grows

Global and Philippine data show that fermented and cultured dairy beverages—led by drinkable yogurt—are on a sustained growth path as consumer demand for gut-health-oriented and functional foods increases, despite continued reliance on imported dairy.
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staring at the night stars

Why Looking at the Night Sky Still Heals Us

In a bright, noisy world, darkness and stars may be exactly what we need to heal.
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Philhealth

What the Supreme Court Ruling on PhilHealth Really Means for Filipino Families

The Supreme Court ruling on PhilHealth caused confusion. Here’s a clear, fact-checked explanation for families.
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Flammable emollients

UK regulator warns emollient creams increase flammability during holidays

UK regulators warn that emollient skin creams can make clothing dangerously flammable, a risk that becomes especially relevant in the Philippines during Christmas when candles, cooking, and fireworks are also common.
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FIGHT OBESITY

WHO’s 2025 GLP-1 Obesity Guideline: What It Means for the Philippines

The World Health Organization (WHO) issues its first global guideline endorsing GLP-1 therapies for long-term obesity treatment — amid rising global and Philippine obesity rates. The move raises questions about access, cost, and how such drugs should fit into broader public-health strategies.
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Rising Travel and Mobility

Philippines Expands Genome Surveillance Amid Rising Travel and Mobility

As mobility increases across the Philippines, health authorities are expanding genomic surveillance to monitor influenza, RSV, COVID-19, and HFMD. This strengthened multi-pathogen approach provides early warning against evolving viral threats.
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LED Lights

Philippine Cities Switch to Energy-Efficient LED Holiday Lights

Philippine cities rolled out LED- and solar-powered Christmas displays this holiday season, combining energy-efficient technology, safety regulations, and public-space policy in the country’s major holiday attractions.
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Healthy public spaces in the Philippines

Healthy Public Spaces: LGUs Upgrade Parks Across the Philippines This Holiday Season

Local governments nationwide unveiled upgraded parks, bike lanes, and open spaces this November to promote safer, healthier, and more active communities during the holiday season.
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A Better You

Your Guide to a Healthier, Happier Life

A Better You is your personal roadmap to better health and lasting joy. Filled with expert insights, interactive assessments, and space to reflect and track your progress, it’s designed to guide you through every step of your wellness journey.

Whether you’re looking to build healthier habits, cultivate mindfulness, or simply document your progress, this journal empowers you to embrace vitality, longevity, and joy—one page at a time.

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