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4 Ways Filipinos can Stay Healthy and Protected this Season

The Philippines continues to face excessively hot weather, with dozens of areas logging heat indices past 40ºC. As temperatures remain elevated, many Filipinos are taking advantage of the season to travel, enjoy outdoor activities, and spend time with family and friends. However, the warm months bring increased health risks, including heat-related illnesses, making it important to stay mindful of both physical well-being and personal safety.

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“We already have the tools”: POGS, AOFOG Push for Stronger Programs for HPV Vaccination and Cervical Cancer Screening to Advance the Philippines’ Cervical Cancer Elimination Strategy

Twelve Filipinas die from cervical cancer every day, despite a disease that experts say is now largely preventable through vaccination, screening, and early intervention.

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The Silent Signs of a Rare Blood Cancer: When Fatigue is More Than Just Burnout and Aging

MANILA, Philippines —  As the world marks World Blood Cancer Day this May, health experts are urging greater awareness of persistent fatigue, frequent infections and other symptoms that are too often dismissed as normal signs of aging. These overlooked warning signs can point to Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) — now more accurately known as Myelodysplastic Neoplasms — a form of blood cancer in which the bone marrow produces abnormal, cancer-like cells. Despite advances in medical understanding, MDS remains largely under-recognized, delaying diagnosis and treatment for many patients.

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How to Boost Your Happy Hormones Naturally: Simple Ways to Feel Better Every Day

With today’s busy life, stress, fatigue, or feeling worn out has become the norm. Luckily, our bodies have natural “happy hormones” like dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and endorphins. These help us feel better, reduce stress, and stay motivated. By tweaking a few habits, you can amp up these mood-lifters naturally.

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Sleep and Mental Health: Understanding the Powerful Connection

Exploring their strong link, we often think of sleep as just a regular habit, but it’s way more important for our well-being than we might think. Besides helping us feel refreshed, sleep is closely tied to our mental health. It influences everything from our mood and focus to how we handle stress and emotions.  When people regularly get good sleep, they’re better at processing emotions, managing stress, and keeping their brain sharp. But not getting enough rest can make you grumpy, anxious, distracted, and even depressed.

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