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The Philippines’ incidence of rabies remains high despite efforts of the government to keep the number down by actively campaigning for pet vaccination. The World Rabies Day aims to educate people about rabies, prevention, and treatment.  As per health officers, 99% of all rabies transmissions to humans are from dogs hence the call for pet owners to be responsible and vaccinate their pets. Here are four simple ways to prevent the spread of rabies in your body.  Rabies is a vaccine preventable viral disease, yet more than 59,000 people die from this disease an …

Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month aims to promote thyroid health awareness to help people identify possible thyroid problems so that treatment may be given early which would translate to a high survival rate. #GetWellStayWellThe thyroid gland is a vital hormone gland. It may be small,but it plays a major role in the body’s metabolism, growth, and development. #GetWellStayWellAccording to the Department of Health, almost 95% of thyroid cancer in thePhilippines are well differentiated carcinoma, and are highly curable by appropriate surgery alone. #Get …

According to the National Kidney and Transplant Institute, prostate cancer develops in 19.3 out of every 100,000 Filipinos. The DOH has already recognized this alarming number and declared June of every year as “Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.”Prostate cancer can be a serious disease, but most men diagnosed with prostate cancer do not die from it. At a glance, know the basic facts about prostate cancer.Early diagnosis of prostate cancer—like in any other health conditions—could mean surviving the disease. Avoiding contracting prostate cancer could entail a shift to a healthier …

Diabetes on the rise!Watch out for the signs and symptoms of Diabetes. Check your blood glucose if in doubt and learn the key actions to protect yourself against Diabetes.