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Health and Innovation

Use innovation to track, optimize, and personalize your wellness

Rising Travel and Mobility

Philippines Expands Genome Surveillance Amid Rising Travel and Mobility

As mobility increases across the Philippines, health authorities are expanding genomic surveillance to monitor influenza, RSV, COVID-19, and HFMD. This strengthened multi-pathogen approach provides early warning against evolving viral threats.
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LED Lights

Philippine Cities Switch to Energy-Efficient LED Holiday Lights

Philippine cities rolled out LED- and solar-powered Christmas displays this holiday season, combining energy-efficient technology, safety regulations, and public-space policy in the country’s major holiday attractions.
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Healthy public spaces in the Philippines

Healthy Public Spaces: LGUs Upgrade Parks Across the Philippines This Holiday Season

Local governments nationwide unveiled upgraded parks, bike lanes, and open spaces this November to promote safer, healthier, and more active communities during the holiday season.
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AI IN HEALTH

AI Boosts PH Early Warnings as Late Storms Fuel Outbreaks

Late-season storms continue to drive dengue and leptospirosis surges across the Philippines. With climate-driven outbreaks rising, the country is rapidly integrating AI models, satellite data, and PAGASA forecasts to predict disease hotspots and prepare hospitals. This article explores how AI is reshaping early-warning systems and public-health readiness.
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Health tools

How Innovation Is Transforming Filipino Wellness

Innovation is reshaping Filipino wellness in quiet but powerful ways — through wearables, telehealth, AI, mental health apps, and community programs. This article explores how simple technology is helping Filipinos live healthier, calmer, and more empowered lives.
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New Innovations in Perimenopause Care: The Tools Helping Women Feel Better Faster

Perimenopause care is changing fast. Here are the latest innovations in women’s midlife health, including new treatments, femtech tools, and science-backed solutions that help ease symptoms and improve daily life.
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October: A Month of Awareness, A Lifetime of Care

October's health observances highlight prevention, early screening, and lifelong care. From newborn screening and breast cancer checks to eye health, mental wellness, and food safety, discover how small, science-backed habits today support healthier futures.
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Temasek-backed ABC Impact Injects Capital, Expands Ayala’s AC Health

A Temasek-backed fund (ABC Impact) is buying ~16% of Ayala’s AC Health to inject new capital that will fast-track expansion to 10 hospitals, 300 clinics, and 1,150 pharmacies. The bet is that scale + integration + digital (KonsultaMD)
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Breaking the Silence: Innovative Ways to Support People with Epilepsy

Join the movement this Epilepsy Awareness Month. Understand seizures, support people with epilepsy, and discover how communities are fostering inclusion and breaking down stigma.
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Patient Safety Beyond the Hospital: Everyday Habits That Protect Your Health

Patient safety starts at home! Dr. Rowena Javier-Maglaqui highlights the importance of family habits, preventive care, and cultural practices in fostering health and well-being.
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A Better You

Your Guide to a Healthier, Happier Life

A Better You is your personal roadmap to better health and lasting joy. Filled with expert insights, interactive assessments, and space to reflect and track your progress, it’s designed to guide you through every step of your wellness journey.

Whether you’re looking to build healthier habits, cultivate mindfulness, or simply document your progress, this journal empowers you to embrace vitality, longevity, and joy—one page at a time.

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