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Who are we to judge others?
“We can never judge the lives of others, because each person knows only their own pain and renunciation.” – Paulo Coelho  *** Let’s start this column with an anecdote recounted by Arthur Tonne....
March 4, 2026

Restarting After Goodbye: When Life in You Seems to Fade
By Ana Lyn Tapia Is there ever a right time to restart and reset in life? In careers, habits, and personal goals, starting over can feel structured. There are steps, timelines, and measurable progress...
March 4, 2026

Pandemics as Stress Tests of Civilization: From Spanish Flu to COVID-19 and the Fragile Peace of Our Time
By Dr. Tony Leachon Introduction Pandemics have always been more than medical events; they are stress tests of civilization itself. The Spanish Flu of 1918 struck a world already scarred by war, magnifying...
March 4, 2026

Healing the Nation: Fixing the Leaky Pipeline of Healthcare and Education for Human Development
By Dr. Tony Leachon  Vision Statement for Cabinet-Level Reform The Philippines stands at a turning point. Our worsening shortage of healthcare workers—an estimated 290,000 professionals needed...
March 4, 2026

When Youth Is No Longer a Shield
or years, we reassured younger patients: “You’re still young. Your heart is strong.” That reassurance is becoming more complicated. The latest data showing rising in-hospital heart attack deaths among...
March 2, 2026

YOUTH-TARGETED AWARENESS CAMPAIGN
By the H&L Advocacy Team Campaign Title: “Heart at 30” Core Message: “Heart attacks are not just for seniors. Protect your heart now.” Campaign Rationale Young adults believe cardiovascular...
March 2, 2026

Heart Attacks Are Rising Among Younger Adults — And Young Women Are Dying More Often
What a new American study means for Filipino families—Heart attacks are no longer just a lolo-and-lola problem. By Rafael R. Castillo, MD A major new study analyzing nearly one million...
March 2, 2026

What DOH and PhilHealth Must Consider Now
By H&L Advisory Board The findings on rising heart attack deaths among adults under 55 have major implications for Philippine health policy. Cardiovascular disease already ranks among the top...
March 2, 2026

Expanding HIV Care in the Philippines: Challenges, Solutions, and the Road to Success
By Dr. Tony Leachon  The HIV epidemic in the Philippines remains one of the fastest-growing in Asia, with daily new infections reported among vulnerable populations, particularly the youth. The...
March 2, 2026

The Month He Let Go Gently
As February draws to a close, we often rush to evaluate what we gained or lost. But this Sabbath story reminds us that not every ending requires analysis. Sometimes, the holiest way to close a chapter...
February 28, 2026

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Restarting After Goodbye: When Life in You Seems to Fade
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Doctor's Note

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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...
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...

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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YOUTH-TARGETED AWARENESS CAMPAIGN
March 2, 2026
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What DOH and PhilHealth Must Consider Now
March 2, 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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Real People, Real Stories

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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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Better Than Last Year: A Practical Financial Goal for the Ordinary Worker in 2026
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Who are we to judge others?
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Healing the Nation: Fixing the Leaky Pipeline of Healthcare and Education for Human Development
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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

Issues & Controversies

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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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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)...

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Nipah Virus: What Filipinos Need to Know Now 
February 24, 2026
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