Tip of the Week – July 27, 2009

Exercise Vital to Healthy Adolescent Bones
Contrary to common belief, exercise is a more influential factor than calcium in forming strong bones in young women, a U.S. study has shown.
The research from Pennsylvania State University’s Milton S. Hershey Medical Center indicates exercise is really the predominant activity in determining bone strength in adolescent women, even though [...]

Tip of the Week – July 13, 2009

Pinoy Lifestyles Update
As you may have noticed, from time to time, I may not be able to post on a timely basis. Being a mother of five children, it makes it hard to balance so many things at once. When things go wrong, like this past week, it makes things even more impossible.
Two of my [...]

Tip of the Week – July 6, 2009

Ask Questions About That New Drug
Know About the Medicines You’re Taking. Don’t be embarrassed to question your doctor about that new prescription he’s written.
Some recommended questions include:
* What is the name of the medicine and what is it supposed to do? Is this a brand-name drug or a generic version, which probably is less expensive.
* [...]

Tip of the Week – June 29, 2009

In-Home Drowning Prevention Tips
•  Never leave a baby alone in a bathtub for even a second. Always keep the baby in arm’s reach. Don’t leave a baby in the care of another young child. Never leave to answer the phone, answer the door, to get a towel or for any other reason. If you must [...]

Tip of the Week – June 22, 2009

10 Essential Health Tips
1. Move More
Make it a daily challenge to find ways to move your body. Climb stairs if given a choice between that and escalators or elevators.Walk your dog; chase your kids; toss balls with friends, mow the lawn. Anything that moves your limbs is not only a fitness tool, it’s a stress [...]

Tip of the Week – June 1, 2009

Survey Question of the Month – May 2009 Results
Well, we are entering into the the month of June and that directs our thoughts to summer-time activities. Here, in the Philippines, June heralds the start of our annual rainy season.
Before we begin our new month, I would like to take a moment of your time [...]

St. Luke’s Medical Center

Today, we take a look at the premier medical center in the Philippines. This medical center sets the goal that all other Philippine hospitals and medical centers strive to achieve.
St. Luke’s Medical Center (SLMC) is on par or exceeds facilities and services of hospitals around the world. SLMC  is a source of constant pride to [...]

Philippine Medical Tourism

Medical tourism is one of the brightest regions in our country’s economic landscape.
Medical tourism is a rapidly growing industry in the Philippines, with prominent hospitals in metropolitan Manila like St. Luke’s Medical Center, Asian Hospital, Medical City, Makati Medical Center, Capitol Medical Center, Lung Center, Philippine Heart Center, National Kidney and Transplant Institute, Philippine Children’s [...]

Too Little Sleep May Accelerate Aging

Regularly catching only a few hours of sleep can hinder metabolism and hormone production in a way that is similar to the effects of aging and the early stages of diabetes.
Chronic sleep loss may speed the onset or increase the severity of age-related conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, and memory [...]

Tip of the Week – April 13, 2009

Good Nutrition During Pregnancy
Good nutrition during pregnancy is vital for you and your unborn child.
Here are some eating tips:
Eat breakfast every day. If you wake up feeling nauseous, snack on a piece of whole wheat toast or whole grain cracker before eating the rest of your breakfast.
Eat high-fiber foods and drink plenty of [...]

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