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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...

Health Benefits of Swimming Swimming – even non-competitive swimming – is a great activity because it keeps your heart rate pumping while...

There are several symptoms of HIV. Not everyone will have the same symptoms. It depends on the person and what stage of the disease they...

How do you know if it’s safe to drive your vehicle through a flooded area? The MMDA FLOOD GAUGE indicates water depth, flood measurement...

Dengue can be a dangerous disease that’s caused by infected mosquitoes, specifically the Aedes aegypti. Some cases of dengue can be...

We all know we should be drinking more water, but for many of us, our daily fluid intake often involves one too many crisp Diet Cokes at...

Rubella and measles are two infectious diseases that are often mistaken for the same because they both cause rashes. However, there are...

Mpox, previously known as monkeypox, is an uncommon disease, but it has recently been getting attention after an outbreak in various...

Calisthenics is a fun and simple way to exercise using just your body weight. You don’t need any special equipment or gym machines, which...

In the simplest terms, a healthy lifestyle is a way of living that reduces your risk of becoming seriously ill or reduces your life...

Summer is here, and with it comes the risk of sunburn. Sunburn is a common skin condition that occurs when the skin is exposed to the...

With scorching temperatures prevailing in the Philippines, people only need to do so little to work up a sweat. And while it's expected...

Summer season is here and the kids and adults alike are out to play and enjoy the sunny days ahead. But did you know that some diseases...