It is important to know proper care for women’s health. A woman has many health needs and paying attention to them can help prevent serious diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and breast cancer. Breast care It is very important that we take good care of our breasts. Made of fat and specialized tissue, they are […]

The first trimester of pregnancy is both thrilling and stressful. Especially for first-time mothers who are unsure about how to care for their future children. What hormonal changes are felt in the first trimester of pregnancy? • Fatigue • Tender and swollen breasts • Nausea that sometimes includes vomiting• Frequent urination • Sensitivity to taste […]

As part of the worldwide observation of International Women’s Day (IWD), the month of March has been declared as National Women’s Month to highlight the empowerment of women as active contributors to and claimholders of development and growth. IWD came about as a result of women’s organizing efforts in the early 20th century. Working women […]

by: Froilan Santos, M.D Women with normal ovulatory function menstruate regularly each month. Have irregular menstrual periods alerted you as a red flag? Have you been irregularly menstruating since the menarche (start of menstrual period)? It cannot be stressed importantly enough to have the regularity of menstrual cycles in your compass! A normal menstrual period […]

Mycobacterium leprae (M. leprae) bacteria cause leprosy (Hansen’s Disease), which is a chronic infection. It can cause problems with the skin and nerves of the hands and feet, as well as the eyes and nasal lining. Leprosy can damage other organs, such as the kidneys and in some testicles in men, in some situations. Leprosy […]