The theme for Oral Health Month for the next three years sends out a simple but powerful message: Be Proud of Your Mouth. In other words, value and take care of it. The importance of good oral health to our overall health cannot be overstated. The purpose of appropriate oral hygiene is to prevent gum […]

It’s always beneficial to have a heart-to-heart talk when you have a problem. But what if it’s your heart that’s the issue? Philippine Heart Month, established in 1973 by Proclamation No. 1096, is observed every February to raise awareness of heart disease as a critical problem among Filipinos. Heart disease is no laughing matter. From […]

Cancer is a leading cause of death for children and adolescents. Cancer can affect any organ or tissue in a child’s body, including the blood and lymph node systems, the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system), kidneys, and other organs and tissues. The cancers that most commonly affect children differ from those that affect […]

The skin serves as a natural barrier to protect our entire body from the harsh environment and any dangerous substances. It also helps regulate body temperature by preventing dry and depleting water inside the body. Touch, pain, and pressure are all sensations that the skin helps perceive and respond to. Vitamin D is produced in […]

Autism, also called Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a complex developmental condition that involves communication and behavioral issues. This can include a wide spectrum of symptoms as well as disabilities. It is a lifelong disorder wherein the degree of functional impairment may range from mild to severe needing full time care. ASD is a diagnostic […]