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A Life Changed in One Day
By Dr. Juan “Jim” Sanchez A 66-year-old man from a distant province, diagnosed with skin cancer, came to our clinic today for consultation. After evaluation, he bravely chose to undergo surgery...
February 26, 2026

How to Unwind After a Stressful and Busy Work Day
Simple rituals that reset the body, calm the mind, and restore perspective By Reuben Ricallo In today’s hyperconnected world, the workday rarely ends when we leave the office. Emails follow us home....
February 26, 2026

5-Minute Heart Protection Reset
By the H&L Editorial Team You don’t need a gym membership, expensive supplements, or a dramatic lifestyle overhaul to protect your heart. Cardiovascular disease develops quietly over years — and...
February 26, 2026

People Power At 40: A Broken Promise, A Renewed Call
By Dr. Tony Leachon  I remember EDSA. On February 25, 1986, as a postgraduate intern at Manila Doctors Hospital, I was summoned by Sister Philip Galeno—together with my wife Marge and now ...
February 25, 2026

Trust: Why does it matter? 
By Henrylito D. Tacio  “Trust is like blood pressure. It’s silent, vital for good health, and if abused it can be deadly.” — Frank Sonnenberg  ***  A woman traveling on...
February 25, 2026

Prepared, Not Panicked — Understanding Nipah with Clarity 
henever a new infectious disease makes headlines, fear often spreads faster than the virus itself. As physicians, we have lived through this before — SARS, H1N1, Ebola, COVID-19. We have learned that the...
February 24, 2026

Nipah Virus: What Filipinos Need to Know Now 
A public-education cover story for H&L on recognition, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention—and whether the Philippines is at risk.  By Rebecca L. Castillo, MD  Headlines about Nipah virus...
February 24, 2026

Paws & Promises: Celebrating Love Beyond Romance 
Valentine’s Day isn’t only about roses and candlelight dinners. Sometimes, the most loyal and unconditional love is the one waiting at home—with four paws and a wagging tail.  By Arvin Esguerra  Valentine’s...
February 21, 2026

The Most Important Date This February Is With Yourself 
Amid flowers, dinner plans, and romantic expectations, February offers a quieter invitation: to turn inward and practice self-love in ways that truly matter.  By Ana Taganile  We spend so much of...
February 21, 2026

When Love Is Light 
Love Month reminds us that affection doesn’t always arrive loudly or permanently. Sometimes, it comes gently—playful, fleeting, and still deeply meaningful.  By Cath Cabrera  Part of our...
February 21, 2026

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Doctor's Note

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24 February 2026
Prepared, Not Panicked — Understanding Nipah with Clarity 
henever a new infectious disease makes headlines, fear often spreads faster than the virus itself. As...
20 February 2026
The Courage to Begin CPR
here is a moment in every cardiac arrest when the outcome is still unwritten. It is the moment before...
12 February 2026
When the Heart Feels Too Much 
here are moments in clinical practice that remind us medicine is not purely mechanical. A woman loses...
05 February 2026
After the Stroke: The Brain’s Quiet Second Battle
or decades, stroke care has focused—rightly—on survival. We count minutes to thrombolysis, celebrate...
29 January 2026
Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis: Common, Manageable, and Often Misunderstood
iverticulosis is one of the most common findings seen during colonoscopy, especially in adults over 50. I...
22 January 2026
Diabetes: The Disease We Diagnose Too Late
iabetes has become so common in the Philippines that it is often treated as inevitable—almost a rite of...
15 January 2026
When Infrastructure Isn’t Enough—The Real Illness Behind HFEP
he Health Facilities Enhancement Program (HFEP) was designed as a major therapeutic intervention for a hea...
08 January 2026
Kidney Disease Is a Preventable Tragedy
n this week’s issue, we highlight chronic kidney diseases, which is another silent but potentially life-...
24 December 2025
 When Healing Is the Greatest Gift
hristmas reminds us that care, compassion, and presence matter—especially in moments of illness. As docto...
20 December 2025
Celebrating the Holidays—Without the Aftermath
he holiday season is a time for joy, reunion, and well-deserved rest. Tables are fuller, laughter is lo...

Health & Wellness

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Paws & Promises: Celebrating Love Beyond Romance 
February 21, 2026
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The Most Important Date This February Is With Yourself 
February 21, 2026
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Lifestyle & Leisure

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Filipinos Queue Overnight For Chance Of Getting First Vaccine Dose
Prescribed Lifestyle Practices for Patients With Diverticulosis
January 28, 2026
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Filipinos Queue Overnight For Chance Of Getting First Vaccine Dose
Healthy Lifestyle Habits Every Person With Diabetes Must Practice
January 24, 2026
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Healthy Without the Hefty Price Tag: Simple Lifestyle Upgrades for 2026
January 16, 2026
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Real People, Real Stories

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Filipinos Queue Overnight For Chance Of Getting First Vaccine Dose
A Tribute to Aniceto “Chito” Sobrepeña
January 14, 2026
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A TRIBUTE TO PROFESSOR TREFOR MORGAN
November 24, 2025
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When the Holidays Went Cold
November 18, 2025
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More Than Blood: Finding Courage, Giving Life
November 7, 2025
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Financial Health

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Filipinos Queue Overnight For Chance Of Getting First Vaccine Dose
Better Than Last Year: A Practical Financial Goal for the Ordinary Worker in 2026
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Financial Wellness: Living Well Within Your Means
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Small Leaks, Big Losses: How Everyday Habits Drain Your Budget

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A Life Changed in One Day
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People Power At 40: A Broken Promise, A Renewed Call
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Trust: Why does it matter? 
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No one is perfect: Beyond a person’s flaws  
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“Heart Health and National Health: Addressing the Shortage of Cardiologists and the Long Overdue Promise of Universal Care”

Issues & Controversies

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Filipinos Queue Overnight For Chance Of Getting First Vaccine Dose
Political Crossroads: Reform, Stability, and the Limits of Street Pressure
January 11, 2026
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THE WRONG TARGET: WHY DOCTORS’ FEES ARE NOT THE MAIN DRIVER OF HOSPITALIZATION COSTS IN THE PHILIPPINES
January 10, 2026
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Filipinos Queue Overnight For Chance Of Getting First Vaccine Dose
ARE THE CURRENT RALLIES SUCCESSFUL?
November 21, 2025
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DOH/PhilHealth Updates

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31 January 2026
Philippine Health Policy Update (As of Jan. 26, 2026)
Key Developments from DOH, PhilHealth, and Congress — What Changed, What its implications are, What to Wa...
15 December 2025
192 DOH Specialty Centers Now Operational Nationwide
As the Department of Health expands its network of regional specialty centers, Filipino families now have...
26 November 2025
Progress Points: DOH and PhilHealth Strengthen Public Health Efforts
By the H&L Editorial team Here are recent updates and announcements from the Department of Health (DOH)...

Cover Story

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Nipah Virus: What Filipinos Need to Know Now 
February 24, 2026
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CPR for Every Filipino: The Simple Skill That Saves Lives 
February 20, 2026
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