Part of stethoscope with medicines in background (INQUIRER.net stock)images MANILA, Philippines — Filipinos should avail of the free medical checkup offered by the government under its Universal Health Care (UHC) Law amid the latest uptick of non-COVID-19 cases in the country, Sen. Juan Edgardo “Sonny” Angara said on Saturday. He made the suggestion following reports that … [Read more...] about Avail of universal health care, public urged
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Is vagina steaming safe? Here’s what you need to know
You've heard of vaginal douching, the process of cleaning or washing out the vagina with a mixture of water and vinegar, baking soda or iodine. But have you heard of vaginal steaming? Also called V-steaming, this centuries-old practice is said to impart a range of health benefits, from detoxifying the womb after childbirth to tightening the vaginal opening, improving blood … [Read more...] about Is vagina steaming safe? Here’s what you need to know
Chinese boy, 8, endures 4 surgeries and dozens of painful cancer treatments over 4 years
An eight-year-old Chinese boy who has been waging a brave four-year battle against cancer has received an outpouring of online sorrow and support. Since being diagnosed in 2018, the boy – who has become widely known by his nickname, Xiaoxuan – has endured 36 chemotherapy and 43 radiotherapy treatments, plus undergone four rounds of surgery. What’s more, Xiaoxuan has to wear … [Read more...] about Chinese boy, 8, endures 4 surgeries and dozens of painful cancer treatments over 4 years
5 areas under ‘moderate risk’ but no need for Alert Level 2 – DOH
FILE PHOTO MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) on Saturday classified five areas in Metro Manila under “moderate risk” as the positivity rate in the region rose above the 5-percent World Health Organization benchmark. Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire identified the areas as Quezon City, Marikina City, Pasig City, San Juan City and Pateros. … [Read more...] about 5 areas under ‘moderate risk’ but no need for Alert Level 2 – DOH
Fight between ex-husband and new man attracts 50 police to ER in Chiang Mai
A fight between a woman’s ex-husband and her new man brought chaos to an emergency room at a Chiang Mai hospital last night, so much that 50 officers arrived on the scene to sort things out. The storm began brewing between the men when the woman and her new partner went to her ex’s house to ask him to return an amulet. The ex said he had left it at another house. The woman … [Read more...] about Fight between ex-husband and new man attracts 50 police to ER in Chiang Mai