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The Greatest Gift: Nurturing Filipino Families’ Health and Happiness This Holiday Season

MANILA, Philippines, 21 November 2024 – With the holiday season approaching, it's the perfect time to reflect on the greatest gift we can give our loved ones: the gift of health. In the Philippines, where family is deeply valued and health challenges persist, prioritizing family wellness is more important than ever. This year, let’s embrace wellness as a family affair, ensuring we can enjoy many more holidays together. Gift of Health: A Thoughtful Approach to Gifting While undernutrition remains a significant issue in the Philippines, as reported by the World Bank Group, the outlook is brighter. Projections from the World Health Organization suggest that between 2018 and 2025, the number of Filipinos enjoying improved health and well-being could increase by as many as 13.7 million. As the year draws to a close, this holiday season presents an ideal opportunity to extend care to all family members, not just to be part of that 13.7 million but to also inspire more Filipinos to pursue

Santé: Leading the Game in Health and Wellness Scene Through Acceleration and Innovation

  Discover the company's journey to staying at the forefront of empowering people to live more, do more.  More and more people are focusing on taking care of themselves, and this has created a big market for health and wellness products. The thriving industry emerged to promote health and act as catalysts for innovation and acceleration. Among these, Santé, one of the fastest-growing distribution and direct-selling companies globally dedicated to helping people live better lives, stands out. Through transformative products and services, they help people live better lives. Santé is a big player in the ever-changing health and wellness industry, especially for Filipinos, who are now putting more focus on their well-being. They're always striving to be the best, and this has set new standards and completely changed how Filipinos think about taking care of their health. Now, Santé is sharing their story of acceleration and innovation — from grass to glass. Integrating high-quality

Natural Headache Remedies: Finding Relief at Home

  Headaches are a common ailment that can disrupt your daily routine and cause discomfort. While over-the-counter medications can provide relief, there are also several natural remedies you can try from the comfort of your home. In this blog post, we'll explore effective home remedies to alleviate headaches without the need for medication. 1. Stay Hydrated: Dehydration can often be a trigger for headaches. Ensure you drink enough water throughout the day to keep your body properly hydrated. Herbal teas, clear broths, and coconut water are also good options. 2. Apply a Cold Compress: A cold compress or ice pack applied to your forehead or the back of your neck can help constrict blood vessels and reduce headache pain. Wrap the ice in a thin cloth to prevent frostbite. 3. Try Peppermint Oil: Peppermint oil has a soothing effect and can help relieve tension headaches. Dilute a few drops of peppermint oil in a carrier oil like almond or coconut oil and massage it onto your temples. 4.

Health Experts Raise Alarm on Dengue Crisis Next Generation Dengue Vaccine

  Dengue fever, a mosquito-borne viral infection, continues to be a major public health concern in many parts of the world. As temperatures rise and mosquito populations surge, it's crucial to equip ourselves with knowledge about this potentially life-threatening disease. Dengue remains to be a major public health problem in the Philippines. But it is reassuring to know that medical science has continued to develop and is working on real solutions, such as new vaccines and other novel and ingenious solutions that address the dengue crisis head on. The Culprit: Aedes Mosquitoes Dengue is primarily transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, specifically the Aedes aegypti species. These mosquitoes are often found in tropical and subtropical regions, making many parts of Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, and the Americas vulnerable to dengue outbreaks. The inaugural Dengue Forum titled “Addressing the Mosquito in the Room” held last Wednesday, 27 September, aimed to amplify the conversation on dengue

Ginhawa sa Kalusugan Ngayong Tag-Ulan: Be ready for the rainy season with these essentials

  As the refreshing rains replace the scorching summer heat, a season shift brings both relief and health challenges. While the rain offers a welcome respite, it also ushers in health concerns that become more prominent during this time. The shift in seasons usually affects me personally because it can impact my health and that of my family. For instance, due to afternoon rain showers, my allergies tend to flare up due to the increased moisture and mold growth. I often find myself sneezing, dealing with itchy eyes, and congestion. Moreover, I've experienced firsthand how the extreme afternoon heat followed by rain in the evening can lead to illnesses like the flu and colds. Last week, my husband caught a cough and flu-like symptoms, and it left him fatigued for a few days, which was quite worrisome for our family. So, the change in seasons hits close to home as it brings with it the potential for health issues, making it a time when we need to take extra precautions.  And as we co