Pastor Benny Capuno, a tribal leader in Porac, Pampanga, knows all too well the great distress his Ayta community goes through when an earthquake strikes. In April 2019, a 6.1-magnitude earthquake devastated Porac, affecting hundreds and killing 10, five of whom…
Be more financially prepared for health emergencies Young Filipinos are becoming more conscious about their health span, or how long they will enjoy good health, according to the recent Manulife Asia Care Survey. While Filipinos surveyed, on average, expect to…
PLDT and Smart forge ahead in leveraging technology to promote sound mental health for all. In 2023, PLDT and Smart recorded a reach of over 45 million for its #BetterToday program, bridging the digital divide, as it creates safe, happy,…
In partnership with PLDT and Smart, the Provincial Government of Quirino recently held a mental health awareness summit with students and government employees from the province of Quirino. Advocating mental health awareness in communities, PLDT Group featured mental health professionals,…
Leading digital healthcare service provider KonsultaMD has entered into a landmark partnership with Ciudad Medical Zamboanga (CMZ) to bring cutting-edge healthcare services closer to residents of Zamboanga City. This venture, sealed in a recent ceremonial signing, represents KonsultaMD’s domestic market…
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and giving, and as the year draws to a close, many of us are not only looking forward to festivities but also seeking new avenues for personal growth and financial freedom.…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has observed a surge in respiratory illnesses among children in northern China since mid-October 2023. Chinese authorities attribute this increase to the easing of COVID-19 restrictions and the onset of the cold season, leading to…
KonsultaMD, the country’s leading digital health service provider, has clinched the Gold at the Department of Health’s (DoH) Healthy Pilipinas for Partners Awards 2023. This accolade recognizes the platform’s exceptional contributions towards promoting mental health. Healthy Pilipinas is focused on…
Euromonitor honors USANA Philippines for fifth time USANA Health Sciences, Inc., a leader in the health and wellness industry, was named the number one vitamin and dietary supplement brand in Philippines* by Euromonitor. This marks the fifth time USANA Philippines has received this…
In the Philippines, the second half of the year not only signals the start of the long countdown to Christmas, but also monsoon season. Traditionally, typhoons sweep across the country during this time, often aggravating the south-western spell (“Habagat”) that…