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Forgiveness: The deliberate act of letting go
By Henrylito D. Tacio  “I had a brother once, and I betrayed him.” That sentence seemed to sum up the profound human drama, The Seed and the Sower, written by African writer Laurens...
April 20, 2026

The Liver You Don’t Feel—Until It’s Too Late
In clinical practice, the most dangerous diseases are often the quietest. Fatty liver disease is one of them. Patients rarely come in complaining of liver pain. In fact, many are surprised—even shocked—when...
April 20, 2026

The Silent Epidemic: Fatty Liver Disease in Filipinos
Why even non-drinkers are at risk—and what we can do about it For many Filipinos, liver disease is still associated with alcohol. But a quieter, more insidious condition is rapidly rising across the...
April 20, 2026

What A Joy My 105-Yr Old Patient Vicky Brings!
By Eugene F. Ramos, MD Her clinic visits were occasions for good conversation, starting from the Marcos regime when her husband was the Ambassador in America ( Ernesto Pineda). Here she was at 102,...
April 20, 2026

The Day He Turned It Off
In a world that never stops notifying, updating, and demanding attention, silence can feel almost unnatural. This Sabbath story, set in our modern rhythm of screens and schedules, reminds us that sometimes...
April 18, 2026

Strength Rising from Inner Doubt
By Roshell She Travilla There are seasons when even progress feels heavy – when achievements come with quiet questions and unseen pressure. This is a reflection on navigating inner doubt while continuing...
April 17, 2026

Balancing the Mind in a World That Never Slows Down
By Cathlyn Cabrera In today’s fast-paced and demanding environment, caring for the mind is no longer optional – it is essential. Emotional resilience and mind care shape how we respond to stress, adapt...
April 17, 2026

DOH & PhilHealth: Expanding Care, Closing Gaps
By Reuben Ricallo The promise of Universal Health Care in the Philippines has always been simple but profound: no Filipino should be denied care because of cost.In recent months, that promise is...
April 16, 2026

You Don’t Have to Carry It Alone
By Natasha Claudia Bautista, RPh Stress shows up in different ways – figuring out the future, adjusting to change, or simply getting through the day. It can feel isolating, but the truth is, no one is...
April 16, 2026

Mental Strength in Everyday Life: Seeing the Beauty in Work and Life Together
By Chamuel Josh Aguas In a world that often separates work from life, we forget that both are part of the same experience. Mental strength may not be about escaping work – but about seeing its value,...
April 16, 2026

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The Silent Epidemic: Fatty Liver Disease in Filipinos
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Forgiveness: The deliberate act of letting go
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The Liver You Don’t Feel—Until It’s Too Late
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20 April 2026
The Liver You Don’t Feel—Until It’s Too Late
In clinical practice, the most dangerous diseases are often the quietest. Fatty liver disease is one...
15 April 2026
The Habit That Quietly Takes Everything
In medicine, we often confront diseases at their most advanced stages—when breath is already short, arteries...
04 April 2026
Fasting: Discipline, Not Deprivation
In the clinic, I often meet patients who approach fasting with two extremes: enthusiasm or fear. Some...
30 March 2026
The Lifestyle Prescription We Often Underestimate
In medicine, we prescribe medications with precision. Yet the most powerful prescription remains lifestyle...
24 March 2026
The Belly That Speaks Before the Heart Fails
In the clinic, we often rely on numbers — weight, BMI, cholesterol levels — to assess cardiovascular...
17 March 2026
Why Women Must Learn to Care for Themselves First
In the clinic, I have noticed something remarkable about Filipino women. They are often the strongest...
10 March 2026
March Is Colon Cancer Awareness Month: Prevention Begins with Awareness
Every March, the global medical community observes Colon Cancer Awareness Month — a reminder that one...
02 March 2026
When Youth Is No Longer a Shield
or years, we reassured younger patients: “You’re still young. Your heart is strong.” That reassurance...
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...

Health & Wellness

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Listening First: Understanding Women’s Wellness Through a Marketer’s Lens
March 13, 2026
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Women Who Care for Everyone – But Who Cares for You?
March 12, 2026
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Simple Habits to Protect Filipina Women’s Health
March 16, 2026
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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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Real People, Real Stories

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The Quiet Power of the Pen
March 11, 2026
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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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Financial Health

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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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Expanding HIV Care in the Philippines: Challenges, Solutions, and the Road to Success
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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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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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Filipinos Queue Overnight For Chance Of Getting First Vaccine Dose
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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16 April 2026
DOH & PhilHealth: Expanding Care, Closing Gaps
By Reuben Ricallo The promise of Universal Health Care in the Philippines has always been simple but...
16 March 2026
Cancer Care Within Reach: DOH Expands Cancer Assistance Fund Access Sites to 36 Nationwide
By H&L Editorial Team For many Filipino families, a cancer diagnosis brings not only fear and...
13 March 2026
Department of Health (DOH)/Legislative  Key Updates
1. DOH Supports Proposed Magna Carta for Barangay Health Workers • On 7–8 March 2026, the...
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)...

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The Silent Epidemic: Fatty Liver Disease in Filipinos
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Smoking and the Body: How Cigarettes Damage Nearly Every Organ
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