Women over 65 more prone to hypertension than men

In the United States, one in every three adults has high blood pressure. While women are as likely to have this condition as men, they are more prone to acquiring it during their twilight years.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), men and women both have the tendency to develop hypertension—the medical term for high blood pressure—during their lifetimes. However, women over 65 years old are more prone to acquiring it, particularly those who passed through their menopausal stage.

High blood pressure or hypertension is a common condition which triggers the heart to pump blood excessively. Having the heart pump more blood and narrower arteries, it is likely to result tohigherchances of having high blood pressure.

Today, hypertension has become one of the major contributors to the global disease burden, the World Health Organization (WHO) said, since it causes health problems such as cardiovascular disease.

Healthway Medical’s HealthCheQ now available online

Healthway Medical, the most trusted and preferred mall-based clinics in the Philippines, recently partnered with PhilCare, the country’s first Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) provider, to be the official online seller of HealthCheQ, the Healthway’s premium brand of executive checkup.

The partnership will make Healthway’s HealthCheQ available through PhilCare’s digital platforms, including its website and Facebook page.

“With the new joint venture, we will be able to make preventive healthcare more accessible to every Filipino,” said Carmie de Leon, vice president for sales and marketing of Healthway Medical. “PhilCare is one of the biggest and most reputable HMOs in the country and we are privileged to finally forge this partnership.”

HEALTHY LYF: Exclusive, limited-time prenatal promo for moms-to-be from MediCard

Blessed with a new baby on the way but worried about impending expenses? Don’t fret. MediCard Philippines, a leading health maintenance organization in the country, introduces its exclusive prenatal package that includes important pregnancy exams at an affordable price.

For as low as Php3,535 for MediCard members and 3,898 for non-members, you can benefit from a comprehensive prenatal care that includes a one-time check-up with an obstetrician-gynecologist, complete blood count (CBC) test, urinalysis, Pap smear, blood typing, Hepatitis B screening, rubella screening (IgG), glucose screening, venereal disease research laboratory (VDRL) test, and transvaginal ultrasound. These tests are important to undergo because they can detect signs of potential health problems that may affect you and your baby. You may take them on separate dates or as advised by your doctor. You may also request for succeeding checkups with an OB-GYN for only Php350.

HEALTHY LYF: A safer way to get stem cells

Amid all the hype and ethical debate about stem cell therapy, one mode of delivering stem cell treatments for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine remains medically sound: adipose-derived stem cell (ASC) treatment using adipose (fat) tissue taken from the patient's own body.

While these cells are available from umbilical cord blood and animals, the problem presented by introducing tissue from another person or an animal remains the same: the risk of tissue rejection poses its own set of health risks and makes regenerative therapy expensive.

Asian Hospital hosts free wellness lectures

With healthy employees comes a happier and more productive workplace. 

Today, companies invest in their employees’ health as this helps them retain quality staff, reduce absences and increase in engagement and satisfaction. One way to achieve these is through wellness education programs.

The Asian Hospital and Medical Center (AHMC) provides corporate wellness lectures as one of their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs. The lectures are designed to be fun and interactive while educating the participants to lead a healthier lifestyle. Free screenings such as clinical breast exam, nutrition counseling, among others are also offered by AHMC for free. 

FAME celebrates successful Bloggers’ Night event

FAME celebrates successful Bloggers’ Night event BGC, Taguig City – Renowned bloggers of health, fashion, entertainment, lifestyle, and photography recently came together for a night, to show their support towards Friendly Alliances and Media Expressions (FAME) Inc’s numerous health-oriented titles. The event, dubbed as Bloggers’ Night, was held last August 8, 2013, at Arts in the City BGC, Taguig, and was graced by VIPs, corporate partners, and other media entities. 

FAME sprung 10 years ago from a doctor’s passion to write, coupled by a desire to spread health-awareness throughout the country. With more than a decade in the publishing industry, FAME has gone a long way from that goal, becoming the next “big” thing in the publishing industry. Abiding by its mission to promote good health, a healthy lifestyle, sound Christian values, and professional excellence, FAME has become a trusted brand in creating quality publications, having seven titles under its belt. With Publisher Dr. Rafael Castillo.

HEALTHY LYF: Watsons is “Looking Good and Feeling Great” with its Brand Refresh

Watsons, Asia’s largest health and beauty retailer is set to deliver a totally fresh retail experience as it unveils a dynamic brand revamp and launches More Value, More Life campaign in the Philippines.

Asia’s No 1. pharmacy and drugstore brand*, with an international presence of over 3,200 outlets in 12 Asian and European markets, is rolling-out a refreshed brand “look and feel” and service promise. The brand refresh invites customers to explore and experience Watsons’ extensive quality product range, carefully selected to make them “Look Good. Feel Great.” every day.

The revamp also includes a modified Watsons logo, store interiors, brand visuals and new store front. Store zoning is improved with more prominent displays and enhanced categorization of store areas for beauty, personal care, health and pharmacy. The roll out in the next months also include new staff and manager uniforms together with enhanced pharmacy, health and beauty counseling for customers, delivering a new level of personalized shopping.

HEALTHY LYF: Beyond Age Defying Beauty

Taking an ancient Medical Therapy to enhance health, beauty and personal well being

Chinese royalties are known for their flawless beauty!

Their secret regimen: COSMETIC ACUPUNCTURE, an ancient medical therapy using needles to prick crucial points in certain parts of the body, treating specific health concerns at its root cause, maintaining one’s health and preserving or keeping that much sought after ageless beauty!

HEALTHY LYF: Chikungunya virus on the move

DOH:  cases of dengue-like mosquito-borne disease now rising

Little did we know that aside from dengue, there are many other life-threatening mosquito-borne diseases that have hounded Filipinos for decades.  Though there is no vaccine available in the country to cure these illnesses, preventive measures are available to assure safety of adults and children alike.

Last October, the Department of Health (DOH) warned the public to take extra precautions against the chikungunya virus.  The DOH confirmed that there were 150 recorded cases of this dengue-like disease last month.  And last year, more than 1,000 cases of chikungunya were recorded in the country.

The origin

Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne virus first reported in Africa in 1952 and has spread in Asia, the Indian subcontinent, Europe and United States, infecting millions. Believed to be derived from an East African dialect that means “to be contorted,” chikungunya describes the curved posture of patients experiencing severe joint pain.  

LakBayan: Nurture Spa Village

Circulation is Life, Stagnation is Death.

This is the mantra that I want to speak in everyday life for a new lifestyle that I want to happen, gradual yet effective. 

Don't panic, I'm still the same crazy blogger you know for this blog, but I am now trying to trying a better lifestyle with the help of my experience in my first Glamping Experience at the Nurture Spa Village in Tagaytay City. It was actually my first time in the wellness spot even though I am a frequent visitor in Tagaytay. 

Glamping come from two words, Glamour and Camping. Seems to be two words with very opposite meanings. But at Nuture Spa, they actually made it to a reality with a very unique experience for each individual. Indeed Nurture Spa Village has been known througout the years a a great place to unwind and also for couples wanting to escape the very hectic and stressfull city living. And even up to now, they are a favorite venue for weddings, proposals and even a weekend getaway from their busy lives.

Beat Stress, Do The TRABAHUSTLE!

Hypertension, most commonly known as High Blood Pressure, is a chronic medical condition wherein the blood pressure is elevated. Some victims are unaware of its lurking presence in their system as their bodies show no clear symptoms of hypertension. If it remains unknown and untreated, it may damage the arteries or some vital organs. The slow and unnoticeable signs of hypertension make it the “silent but dangerous killer.”

According to the Department of Health, one in every four Filipino adults suffers from hypertension.[1] The most common victims of the disease are those who have heavy salt intake from snacks and processed food. This puts the heart and kidney at risk for diseases, as well as trigger diabetes.

As the number of hypertensive Filipinos rise every day, Novartis Care Philippines is more eager to push their campaign to prevent and control hypertension. In line with this advocacy, Novartis Healthcare Philippines is re-launching Trabahustle (Trabaho + Hustle) Moves Online Video Contest to highlight the importance of regular physical activity in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

HEALTHY LYF: Georgina Wilson for Garnier Philippines

Skin care is everybody's concern. And with city life getting more stressful by the minute, our skin becomes more prone to signs of aging, acne, and blemishes. With ordinary soaps and facial wash may not be enough to get rid of these stubborn impurities that are hiding in our skin, thus we look more stressed, old and most especially, unhappy with ourselves.

We might also tried many remedies that may seem practical but when not formulated properly may lead to worsening the situation. But it time to take it to a better solution.

HEALTHY LYF: What’s New with Watsons?

Wonderful things happen when you’re in perfect health. A great body is not a luxury but a necessity so we can all live happy and meaningful lives. Watsons offers twogreat news that both benefits health and also brings savings.  Welcome Generic Medicines and Now Foods now available at Watsons stores!

Men's Health Magazine April Issue Features Enchong Dee

Lose that gut and get your body beach ready this summer with April 2012 issue of Men's Health Magazine Philippines with swimmer-actor Enchong Dee on the cover and model Barbara baretto on the flip. 

Dee is gracing the cover for the second time and Men's Health editoes believe that his commitment to maintaining healthy lifestyle and his achievements is something readers can aspire for. "He's one of the biggest stars of ABS CBN and a fine actor. Despite his busy schedule, it doesn't stop him from committing to a workout routine to push himslef further," Men's Health Deputy editor, Peejo Pilar says.

In the cover story, Dee shares how his mindset as an athlete helped him become as successful in the field of showbiz. " I will not be who I am today without swimming," says Dee. The former national swimmer is now setting his fitness goals a notch higher by easing himself in doing triatlons. In fact running has become a regular part of his workout routine. "These days I like to run at high noon because I like to sweat," Dee says.

HEALTHY LYF: Compliance Pack for Hypertension, Diabetes and High Colesterol

In Cure and Care: Watsons Compliance Pack is the Key!
 
“It takes too much effort for a patient to integrate a lifetime of treatment into his daily routine …”
 
Treatment Woes 
 
People diagnosed with chronic illnesses like hypertension, diabetes and hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol levels) need to change their lifestyles from how it used to be.

The challenge is to find a trusted healthcare brand that will ensure not just quality but also availability ensuring uninterrupted treatment. Second, the need for lifestyle modification is of utmost importance – patients must be aware of the chronicity of their disease, how complications would arise if these are poorly controlled & how vital it is to modify one’s lifestyle especially practical diet, nutrition and physical activity.

HEALTHY LYF: UNILAB Launches Open-Source Program For Health and Wellness

Unilab launches its first open-source program for innovations in healthcare through Unilab Link-Up, an online facility where innovators, suppliers, and consumers can submit their innovative ideas for new and improved health and wellness products, services, packaging, and manufacturing technologies.

The first of its kind for a Filipino pharmaceutical and healthcare company, Unilab Link-Up serves as an open-door facility that matches an innovative idea from practically anyone in the country with the resources of Unilab to bring the idea to market. The program also aims to provide solutions to health and wellness needs of Filipinos that have yet to be addressed by existing products and services in the country. 

HEALTHY LYF: Hooked on Phiten

Being a blogger takes a toll mostly on health because we usually stay up late and a also stay in front of the computer for hours and even almost the whole day. That is why w are the usual victims of sickness such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), Back aches and also muscle pains.

The True Benefits of Phiten Accessories

Most brands need a certain claim in order to market and sell its products. Some of these products however go overboard with its claims which fuel misconceptions and trickery. One such brand that does not sacrifice honesty in their claims for sales is the Phiten brand of wellness and sports accessories, and true enough, this has managed to help keep them stay on top of the market.

HEALTHY LYF: Gandiva Cafe and Archery Range

Running maybe the in thing today but being fit and healthy is more than just a hobby but a lifestyle. It starts with eating the right kid of food and indeed it hard to find those kinds especially with a lot of fast food and unhealthy varieties.


But there is a rise in the centers of wellness that only provides healthy foods but also some other activities that promotes the alternative lifestyle to fitness and also get us into interesting hobbies such as Yoga and (wait for it...) Archery! All of these are offered at this one of a kind establishment called GANDIVA CAFE.

HEALTHY LYF: The SPA Diet

When it comes to dieting, we tend to veer away due to the sacrifice one would need to endure, would you choose something restrictive and tiresome or healthy and balanced while letting you enjoy it on the long haul? The choice is yours.

Charm your way to a healthy and sexier you with this newest and practical approach into losing weight: My Spa Diet. Pioneered by lifestyle and weight management consultant /US registered dietitian Cheshire Que, RND, RN, RD, www.myspadiet.com is the first online weight management program in the country that emphasizes a customized diet plan fit for a person’s lifestyle. Collaborating with registered nutritionist-dietitians, it provides a holistic approach on personalized way to meet nutrition needs while losing weight. The diet plan includes life giving foods, teaches smart eating habits and applicable exercise guidelines that considers four phases, pretty much the same concept of a spa: cleansing, detoxifying, rejuvenating, and balance.

HEALTHY LYF: Be Prepared for the SUPERBUG!

The Wet Season is here again and this means the start of the sickness season. With typhoons now entering the country more often, the spread of diseases are also on the rise. One of them is the deadly antibiotic-resistant bacteria better known as the “superbug”. These bacteria is like a superhero that is resistant even with mankind’s most powerful class of antibiotics, the carbapenems, is ineffective against them and they have the potential to cause fatal illnesses. Philippine health authorities warn us that the country is at risk of superbug infection.