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Health Span vs Lifespan: Are Filipinos Living Longer but Sicker?

Life expectancy in the Philippines is rising, but many years are lived with illness. Here’s what health span vs lifespan really means for Filipinos today.

Science Links Happiness, Social Connection to Better Health

Research shows that happiness and social connection are linked to better physical and mental health, highlighting why loneliness is now a growing public health concern.

How to Lower Medical Costs: Screenings, Insurance, and Smart Health Choices

Medical expenses don’t have to be overwhelming. Learn how screenings, insurance, and smart healthcare choices can help lower long-term costs.

A Simple Health Screening Plan by Age: 25, 35, 45, 60

Knowing what screenings to do at each stage of life empowers you to take control of your health. Here’s a simple guide by age.

The Organs We Neglect Most and How to Protect Them

The liver, kidneys, heart, and lungs quietly sustain life but are often neglected until problems arise. Here’s how to protect them with practical, science-backed habits.

Philippines Restores HPV Vaccination as Screening Gaps Persist

After pandemic disruptions, the Philippines has restored school-based HPV vaccination. However, low screening coverage and missed cohorts highlight ongoing challenges in cervical cancer prevention.

Women’s Health in 2026: Essential Screenings for Women

Preventive screenings help detect diseases early and protect long-term wellbeing. Here is a practical guide to the essential health checks women should prioritize today.

How Grief and Social Isolation Can Change Women’s Eating Habits

Research shows that social isolation after the loss of a loved one can alter women’s appetite, diet quality, and metabolic health, revealing grief as both an emotional and physiological experience.

World Sleep Day Highlights Sleep Loss, Mental Health Risks

On World Sleep Day 2026, sleep experts warn that poor sleep may be one of the earliest warning signs of mental health strain in the Philippines, where many adults are already sleep-deprived.

7 Wellness Lessons from Pooh and Piglet That Still Make Sense Today

Sometimes the simplest friendships reveal the deepest lessons about how to live well. The friendship of Pooh and Piglet offers surprisingly modern lessons about wellness. From nutrition and mental health to longevity and joy, their quiet wisdom reminds us that living well often begins with the simplest habits.

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