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Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne viral infection that has become a significant public health concern in many tropical and subtropical regions, including the Philippines. What is Dengue Fever? Dengue fever is caused by the dengue virus, which is spread to people by infected Aedes mosquitoes. The illness can be mild or severe, with the severe form called dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF) or dengue shock syndrome (DSS) posing a serious risk to life. The Philippines, with its tropic

The winter season is typically filled with festivities and holiday parties, however, the winter season can also be filled with coughs and colds. This in turn can be challenging for seniors as well as those with chronic health issues. Moreover, with the prevailing coronavirus scare, it is crucial time to be careful even with the mildest symptoms of the common cold and flu. Many medications on the market help to soothe a sore throat and combat a runny nose, but an effective

A Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) is a plain text warning to particular land area that may experience winds of at least strong breeze in strength on the Beaufort Scale (i.e., 39 km/h, 22 kt or higher) within at most 36 hours from the time the signal is put into effect during the passage of a tropical cyclone. A particular wind signal has an equivalent expected wind threat, length of time (in hours) before onset of expected wind threat, and potential impacts to the localit

Drinking tea or warm lemon water mixed with honey is often used to soothe a sore throat. But honey alone may work as well as medicines available without a prescription to lessen coughing. In several studies, people with upper respiratory tract infections were given honey to lessen coughing. The honey seemed to lessen their coughing and help them sleep better. These studies included children. In these studies, honey appeared to work as well as diphenhydramine (die-fen-HI-druh-

‘Tis the season to be extra cautious as we hit the last few months of the year, also known in the Philippines as –Ber months. Since the months of September, October, November, and December fall under the wet or rainy season, the weather can get a little colder than usual. Unfortunately, it also means the onset of several diseases that are common in tropical climate, which refers to the intermittently wet and dry days. Thus, the shift from the dry to the wet season is consider

A good sleeping position along with a good quality of sleep throughout the night relaxes the spine and muscles. Sleep is needed not just for relaxation but also for mental and physical recovery. We all have a favorite position while sleeping which we naturally fall into every night. But can one position be healthier than the other? Researchers say that our sleeping positions matter and some sleeping positions are more beneficial than others. No one position fits all: the best

Recently, a friend asked me about tonsil stones. He has sore throats several times a year, which are instantly relieved by gargling to...

If you regularly drink more than 14 units of alcohol a week, try these simple tips to help you cut down. 14 units is equivalent to 6...

Symptoms of HIV can vary between individuals however the first signs of infection generally appear within the first 1-2 months. Many, but...

There are two types of people in this world. Those who treat sunscreen as essential as brushing their teeth, and those who still believe...

Now that we've covered the most common sleep disorders affecting older adults, let's talk about strategies for restoring restful sleep....

1. Restless Leg Syndrome Restless leg syndrome is a neurological disorder that causes the irresistible urge to move your legs,...

The Philippines as many already know is a tropical country, which means that we face weather extremes such as sudden bursts of heavy...

Cheers! Salud! Prost! Drinking to one's health is a common tradition. But it may also be self-defeating: the alcohol that's part of many...

Oats are one of those humble, inexpensive and versatile ingredients that many people underestimate. But what really happens to your body...

Be aware of children. Pedestrian safety for kids can be difficult as they are often impulsive and can dart out in the street at any time....

Why this matters Cases of leptospirosis can increase after hurricanes or floods. During hurricanes or heavy rain, urine (pee) from...

Before the Flood Find out how often your location is likely to be flooded. Know the flood warning system in your community and be sure...

When it comes to exercise, older adults need to practice activities that are not too strenuous for their age. You may be wondering if...

Just like motorists, pedestrians are expected to follow certain rules of the road. Pedestrians must obey traffic control signals, signs...