When we hear the word cancer it brings about a wide range of feelings, we are not accustomed to. The barrage of emotions becomes so overwhelming even for significant others that most often than not cancer sends a negative overtone to people. However, cancer does not have to be a…
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Friday, 10 June 2022 04:35
10 Tips to Reduce the Impact of Kidney Disease
Written by Chiara Mae D. Cansino, BSN, RN
10 Tips to Reduce the Impact of Kidney Disease Every June of the year, Filipinos around the world observe National Kidney Month to raise awareness of the importance of our kidneys and to help reduce the impact of kidney disease. According to a survey conducted by the National Kidney and…
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Wednesday, 01 June 2022 05:07
Dengue Fever Prevention and Control
Written by By Chiara Mae D. Cansino, BSN, RN
It is rainy season once again and along with the downpour comes the proliferation of mosquitos and the deadly diseases they bring. Among these vector-borne diseases that plague us during monsoon season is Dengue Fever. Dengue fever is caused by the Aedes aegypti or albopictus mosquitos. A bite from these…
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"Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you". John 14:27 Ancient religions have acknowledged the importance of inner peace as a prerequisite to external peace. In the present, many studies have shown that negative emotions are associated with the release of stress hormones and physical stress response.…
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The Truth About Detox Diets Two weeks ago, Filipinos all over the country celebrated Holy Week. As a predominantly Christian population, we observe the disciplines of fasting and abstinence, especially during the Lenten Season when Catholics reduce their food intake and abstain from what is good but not inherently sinful,…
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