Understanding the Diseases That Claim the Most Lives—and How to Prevent Them March is Women’s Month in the Philippines—a time to celebrate the achievements, resilience,
Colorectal cancer — cancer of the colon and rectum — is one of the most common cancers worldwide and a leading cause of cancer deaths.
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
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
By Rafael R. Castillo, MD Cardiac arrest can happen anywhere—at home, in a mall, during a basketball game, or in traffic. When it happens, every
Understanding “Broken Heart Syndrome” — its science, symptoms, and hope for recovery By Rafael R. Castillo, MD A devastating phone call. The loss of a
After surviving a stroke, the battle may not be over. A major new Canadian study presented at the American Stroke Association’s 2026 conference introduces a
(Prevalence • Pathophysiology • Risk Factors • Treatment • Prevention)
Diabetes is no longer a slow, distant threat—it is quietly reshaping Filipino lives long before symptoms appear. Today,
By Rafael R. Castillo, MD Summary The Diagnosis: Despite a decade of significant capital infusion (approx. PHP 400B), the
