Some children with nyctophobia or intense fear of the dark may have coping mechanisms to overcome their fear.
A few months ago, we wrote about the potential adverse health and other side effects of having a tattoo (“Why having a tattoo might not be the coolest idea,” PDI, July 11, 2017). But after no less than President Duterte displayed a rose tattoo on his arm, I figure there would be a beeline to tattoo parlors.
The Philippines has hosted many international-grade medical congresses in the past, treating delegates from all corners of the globe, not only to world-class scientific presentations, but with fond memories of their local experiences.
Blood pressure (BP) appears to be highest on Saturdays, compared to other days of the week. This is probably due to TGIF (Thank God, it’s Friday) activities after a busy work week.
Things are looking better for diabetic patients, whose risk of developing cardiovascular complications and dying from heart-related causes is much higher than people who are not diabetics.
We have an aging global population, and the Philippines is no exception. Thanks to modern medicine
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