By Henrylito D. Tacio “Worrying is like a rocking chair: it gives you something to do, but it doesn’t get you anywhere.” — Erma Bombeck *** Once, a
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By Henrylito D. Tacio “The friend who can be silent with us in a moment of despair or confusion, who can stay with us in an hour of
By Henrylito D. Tacio Once, there was a king who promised a reward to the artist who could create the finest depiction of peace. Numerous artists attempted this
By Dr. Juan “Jim” Sanchez Dear Friends, I am currently close to completing the construction of a 3-floor Healthcare and Surgical Service and Training Center,
By Henrylito D. Tacio “Your name is a golden bell hung in my heart. I would break my body to pieces to call you once by your name.”—Peter
By Dr. Tony Leachon The appointment of Dr. Edwin Mercado as Secretary of Health and Dr. Beverly Ho as PhilHealth President and CEO comes at
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