MANILA, Philippines – Key stakeholders from the medical, government, and private sectors convened to advance stroke care delivery in the country and promote multisectoral cooperation during a roundtable discussion organized by the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (GPCCI) last 26 September 2025. This event is in partnership with the German Embassy in Manila…
Category Archives: Health and Wellness
5 Ways to Enjoy Filipino Handaan Healthfully This Holiday
For many Filipinos, the holiday season isn’t complete without food. Whether it’s a family reunion, an office Christmas party or the midnight spread of Noche Buena and Media Noche, food always takes center stage. Tables overflow with lechon, pancit, buko pandan, hamon and kakanin as families gather to celebrate. Many also set aside diets to…
The Growing Demand of Nicotine Pouches in the Philippines
Manila, Philippines – The nicotine pouch category is steadily gaining traction in the Philippines as more adult smokers and nicotine users seek alternatives to consume nicotine. Characterized by being no-smoke, no-odor, and no-vapor, nicotine pouches continue to show growth across major retail channels because of the increasing awareness and trial among nicotine consumers. Introduced to…
Fuel Your Fitness: Why Nutrition Matters More Than You Think
By Krissy Lines, Director, Sports Performance, Nutrition and Education, Herbalife Whether you’re chasing a new personal best at the gym, preparing for your first open-water swim, or training for a long-distance ride across the city, one thing is certain: how you fuel your body is just as important as how you train it. Across Asia,…
Boehringer Ingelheim receives Philippine Society of Nephrology Presidential Service Award forKidney Disease Management for Primary Care Physicians.
The Philippine Society of Nephrology (PSN) awarded Boehringer Ingelheim (Philippines), Inc. the prestigious Presidential Service Award during the Annual Convention Opening Ceremony on April 24, 2025, recognizing the company’s significant contribution to the Kidney Disease Management for Primary Care Physicians (KDM4PCP) program. This initiative provides primary care physicians with essential knowledge and the latest evidence-based…
Step Forward for Inclusion: Happy Walk 2025 Unites Communities Nationwide
This March 30, 2025, thousands of families, advocates, and supporters will come together to celebrate Happy Walk 2025, a nationwide movement dedicated to fostering awareness, inclusion, and empowerment for individuals with Down Syndrome. Hosted by SM Cares in partnership with the Down Syndrome Association of the Philippines, Inc. (DSAPI), this year’s event will take place…
DKSH Market Expansion Services Philippines Inc. launches Femarelle, a supplement to help manage symptoms of estrogen decline
MANILA, PHILIPPINES — DKSH Market Expansion Services Philippines Inc., the leading provider of market expansion services for pharmaceutical and over-the-counter (OTC) companies seeking to grow their business in Asia Pacific, introduces Femarelle to the Philippine market — a safe and non-hormonal supplement formulated to help women manage their menopausal journey. A natural support Transitioning to…
“HONOR Your Heart” is HONOR Philippines Valentine’s Campaign promoting Heart Health
Manila, Philippines, February 5, 2024 – Jump for a cause! HONOR Philippines today announced its partnership with the Philippine Heart Center and Jump Manila in pursuit of raising awareness on Heart Health this love month. Dubbed “HONOR Your Heart: A fund-raising jump rope workout for Philippine Heart Center by HONOR Philippines in partnership with…
Moving with Purpose: The Top 10 Vitamins and Minerals Needed by Your Body
Going from place to place and chasing one task after another, you might think that you’re already doing enough to keep your body moving and your health goals on track. But having an active lifestyle does not automatically equate to living a completely healthy life. It must be supplemented with the correct vitamins and minerals…
USANA: No. 1 Vitamins and Dietary Supplements in the Philippines
Manila—November 2023 USANA Health Sciences, Inc., a leader in the health and wellness industry, was named the number one vitamin and dietary supplement brand in Philippines* by Euromonitor. This marks the fifth time USANA Philippines has received this honor. Euromonitor’s yearlong claim certification is based on the latest research solutions to help support decisions to…
