Showing posts with label #Health. Show all posts
Showing posts with label #Health. Show all posts

Sunday, July 9, 2023

Breakthrough Study Reveals Effectiveness of Difflam® Lozenges on COVID-19 Sore Throat



A recent clinical study done by the UERM Memorial Medical Center Research team shows Difflam®, locally-available antiseptic throat lozenges with generic Benzydamine HCl + Cetylpyridinium Cl, significantly alleviates COVID-19 Sore Throat – as tested in COVID-19 Patients.

The In Vivo study was led by Dr. Jennifer M. Nailes, MD, MSPH, Vice-President for Research at UERMMMC, in collaboration with a team of medical experts, aiming to determine the real-world effectiveness of Difflam® antiseptic lozenges in treating the throat pain of COVID-19 patients under routine medical practice conditions.

The clinical study involved Filipino patients confirmed to have COVID-19 infection and experienced sore throat. Notably, the study participants reported accelerated recovery and significant relief from the discomfort associated with this common symptom, having been given Difflam® antiseptic lozenges with generic Benzydamine HCl + Cetylpyridinium Cl to relieve their throat pain. This real-world effectiveness study further supports the brand’s distinction as the Most Prescribed Sore Throat Brand by Doctors (Per IQVIA PMDI Data MAT 2022).

Complementing the study's findings, Difflam® Philippines has launched the empowering "Push Your Best Self Forward" campaign, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing health and well-being in the transition to a post-pandemic era. The campaign catalyzes Filipinos to embark on a transformative journey toward holistic well-being, where living life to the fullest synergistically integrates with COVID-19 preventive measures. Best practices on health and hygiene standards learned from the past COVID-19 surges have become mainstays as Filipinos rejuvenate their lives and unlock their best selves in this different kind of normal.

iNova Pharma Philippines, Inc Managing Director Jason Carroll, expressed his excitement about the groundbreaking study and its role in Filipinos’ lives today.

"This clinical study underscores our commitment to provide evidence-based solutions that empower individuals to lead healthier lives. We’re living in a Different Normal now where we revitalize our lives while synergistically preventing COVID-19 infection. As we transition forward into the post-crisis period of the pandemic, Difflam® is dedicated to supporting Filipinos in their pursuit of getting back to living their best lives." ~Jason Carroll, iNova Pharma Philippines, Inc Managing Director

As the post-pandemic era unfolds, Difflam® Philippines continues to drive positive change by providing scientific evidence of their products’ efficacy. Through its evidence-based solutions and the "Push Your Best Self Forward" campaign, Difflam® positions itself as a catalyst for transformation, from crisis to resilience, helping enrich the lives of Filipinos nationwide as we push on to live our best.
















About Difflam®
Difflam® is a sore throat brand by iNova Pharmaceuticals with a range of medicated lozenges, gargle solutions and throat spray. Indicated for the relief of sore throat and painful mouth conditions, Difflam® lozenges with generic Benzydamine HCl + Cetylpyridinium Cl delivers synergistic action of its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anaesthetic (local), and antiseptic properties. For more information about Difflam® and its range of products, visit difflam.ph.

Friday, January 13, 2023

A Healthier 2023 Begins with Simple, Meaningful Lifestyle Choices



With the start of a new year comes fresh opportunities to make better, healthier choices. Developing habits supporting one’s lifestyle goals may prove to be challenging, but Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. (PCPPI) encourages Filipinos to take even small, simple steps to build sustainable habits over time.
 
“Our brands support Filipinos as they take strides towards a healthier, more productive 2023. We believe that by making more mindful choices over time, more people can reap the positive benefits of adopting a more active, balanced lifestyle.” ~Frederick D. Ong, PCPPI President and Chief Executive Officer

Aside from exclusively producing well-loved beverages such as Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, and Gatorade in the country, PCPPI also bottles and distributes Premier Purified Water. As one of the country’s respected drinking water brands, Premier Purified guarantee consumer satisfaction as products pass high standards after stringent quality and safety testing.
 

PCPPI suggests five key tips to start 2023 on the right foot:
 
·     Explore healthier dietary options. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), adults should maintain a diet high in fruit, vegetables, legumes, nuts and grains, but lower in salt, free sugar, and saturated fats. When filling one’s food basket, spend a few more minutes to check the nutrition labels. Developing healthy dietary habits may help strengthen the body in fighting non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and cancer.
 
·     Integrate movement in your daily routine. The worst exercise routine is a non-existent one. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an adult needs 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week. That’s only 30 minutes every week day, so getting a few steps, skips, and stretches in may work wonders for one’s overall well-being.
 
Engaging in physical activities can also improve one’s self-esteem and cognitive functions, and can also help reduce tendencies for anxiety and depression.
 
·      Recovery is key. While physical activity and dietary choices are important in one’s annual health kick-start, getting adequate rest allows the body to recharge and reset. More than getting sufficient hours of sleep, medical studies suggest reducing one’s use of digital devices while in bed to help improve the quality of resting time.
 
·    Make time for mental health. Practicing self-care and kindness goes a long way. Taking a few minutes to pause and reflecting on the brighter side of daily life can do wonders when managing stress. One’s health also has to do with embracing mindfulness, patience, and compassion towards oneself and others. It may help to keep a daily journal, or write down three positive things that happened at the end of the day as forms of “self check-in.”
 
·       Drink more water. The CDC says everyone should consume eight to 10 glasses of water. Aside from preventing dehydration, doing so helps regulate cognitive, hormonal, and circulatory functions. Having a bottle of Premier Purified Water handy is recommended for proper nourishment even when on-the-go.
 

Other than Premier Purified Water, PCPPI is the sole Philippine manufacturer and distributor of Pepsi, Mountain Dew, 7-Up, Mirinda, Mug, Gatorade, Sting, Tropicana, Lipton, Aquafina, and Milkis. For more information about PCPPI and its brands, please visit pepsiphilippines.com.
 
 

 






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About Pepsi Philippines
Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines Inc. (PCPPI) is the exclusive manufacturer of PepsiCo beverages & snacks in the Philippines, with a relationship spanning 70 years. PCPPI manufactures and sells well-known food and beverage brands: Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, 7-Up, Mirinda, Mug, Gatorade, Tropicana, Lipton, Sting, Premier, Sips, Milkis, Let’s Be and Aquafina. It has established 14 manufacturing facilities across the country, serving more than 700,000 outlets and providing employment through its extensive distribution network.
 
PCPPI is committed to create a positive impact on society with programs focused on environmental sustainability, nutrition, education, and livelihood. For more information, visit www.pepsiphilippines.com.


Thursday, March 10, 2022

Define Your Own Version of Stronger with Kinetix Lab



Define Your Own Version of Stronger with Kinetix Lab. The premier strength and conditioning facility invites all Filipinos to be a part of their growing community.

Define Your Own Version of Stronger with Kinetix Lab

As we inch our way to building better habits in 2022, we need all the strength to power us through these unprecedented times. More and more, we realize the immeasurable value of health, giving us the motivation we need to keep our minds and bodies strong every day of our lives.

“Strength, in the physical, mental, and emotional sense, is key to living a fulfilling life. In the physical sense, being strong allows you to address almost all other physical attributes associated with health, fitness, and performance. In the mental sense, strength allows creative and assertive resolutions to otherwise daunting and crushing challenges or conflicts. Finally, in the emotional sense, being strong simply gives you a higher threshold for the rigors of modern living.” ~Marlon Lugue, Kinetix Lab’s Coach



Strong body, strong mind, strong heart

“Strength, in the physical, mental, and emotional sense, is key to living a fulfilling life. In the physical sense, being strong allows you to address almost all other physical attributes associated with health, fitness, and performance. In the mental sense, strength allows creative and assertive resolutions to otherwise daunting and crushing challenges or conflicts. Finally, in the emotional sense, being strong simply gives you a higher threshold for the rigors of modern living.” ~Marlon Lugue, Kinetix Lab’s Coach

And strength—in all its forms—is what you’ll find at Kinetix Lab UP Town Center. 



Meet your new tribe

Define Your Own Version of Stronger with Kinetix Lab

Find your strongest self wherever you are in your fitness journey. Whether it’s your Day 1 or Day 1,000.
 
“What we want is for people to feel at home—somewhere they can be vulnerable, so we can work on what they want while keeping in mind what they need.” ~Marlon Lugue, Kinetix Lab’s Coach

From the community that built Kinetix Lab in The Podium, the new location in UP Town Center is a fresh opportunity for them to bring their exceptional facilities and services to more clients. Here, they aim to build the same rapport they have successfully established with their regulars in their previous location. When you become a part of the tribe, trust that everyone will support your truest self and your biggest goals with the positive energy you can only find in the gym’s tight-knit community.

Second only to the incredible people that make up Kinetix Lab is their state-of-the-art equipment and their premium fit-out, which we’ve come to expect from the fitness center since its inception. 

Now, more clients living in the North can experience the industry-leading training equipment and coaching services Kinetix Lab offers at a more convenient and accessible location.

“We’ve been here for quite some time, and we know what we’re doing, as evidenced in the hundreds of lives we've made better. We don't like to brag about our facilities, equipment, and amenities since you can easily buy those. If you have enough capital, putting up a nice place with all the bells and whistles would be a breeze. What we have are conviction and passion— Conviction to deliver what is promised and passion to do things in the most creative and heartfelt manner.” ~Marlon Lugue, Kinetix Lab’s Coach


Kinetix Lab is for everyone

Define Your Own Version of Stronger with Kinetix Lab

Although Kinetix Lab has a solid reputation as a powerlifting-centric gym, you need not lift weights to find your own power here. Every day, you will find that 90% of the fitness center’s clientele show up to get in better shape.

Through the years, Kinetix Lab has welcomed more and more health enthusiasts working out and getting stronger alongside serious fitness buffs.

“We understand, more than ever, the different dimensions of getting physically stronger and healthier. Kinetix Lab espouses finding your own version of stronger. Kinetix Lab is our home, and our community is the family that resides in it. Most of the people in the gym know and are acquainted with each other. It’s not uncommon to see several members flocking around on the gym floor, cheering on a fellow member for a big lift. This is a common sight in our facility. We all support each other. The big difference with our community is that, despite socializing within and without the confines of Kinetix Lab, we still mean business.” ~Marlon Lugue, Kinetix Lab’s Coach

For those who have yet to experience Kinetix Lab, their YouTube channel gives you a sneak peek of what you can expect from their training facility, training template, and exercise programs—all for free! Visit and subscribe to get alerts on all new content at https://www.youtube.com/c/KinetixLab


Define Your Own Version of Stronger with Kinetix Lab

Define Your Own Version of Stronger with Kinetix Lab

Define Your Own Version of Stronger with Kinetix Lab


Stronger days ahead

This dedication to health and fitness has driven the whole Kinetix Lab community to achieve their best as they continue to foster a goal-oriented culture and find inspiration in each other. Once you walk through the gym’s doors, you can expect that becoming stronger is the priority, and everything else comes second. 

Allow Kinetix Lab to help you find the strongest version of yourself with more accessible facilities, a more comprehensive line of services attuned to your needs, and an unwavering passion for health and fitness from the whole community. 

With Kinetix Lab, you only have stronger days ahead!

Tuesday, March 8, 2022

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management


Cardinal Santos Medical Center (CSMC) zeroes in on brain and spine tumors in its latest webicon entitled, “It Takes A Village to Save A Life: A Webicon on the Multidisciplinary Approach to Brain and Spine Tumor Management.” The webicon was held on February 24 via ZOOM and Facebook livestreaming.

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

Together with its top medical experts from the Brain and Spine Institute, CSMC debunked common myths about brain and spine tumors and discussed the different types of treatments and ways to provide the best, most holistic care to a patient. The webicon was moderated by Dr. Michael Louis Gimenez, Chair of the Brain and Spine Institute, and the specialists invited to speak were Dr. Theodor Vesagas, Clinical Director of the Philippine Gamma Knife Center and CSMC Brain and Spine Tumor Center; Dr. Gilbert RaƱoa, Training Officer of the CSMC Spine Fellowship Program; and Dr. Ma. Luisa Abesamis-Tiambeng, Chair of the Cancer Institute.


Dr. Michael Louis A. Gimenez, Chairman of the Brain and Spine Institute opened the webicon by touching on the different signs and symptoms of brain or spine tumors. Meanwhile, Dr. Vesagas explained the benefits of CSMC’s multidisciplinary approach to treating tumors. He noted that a team effort in diagnosis and treatment allows patients to receive consistent and timely care, and increases patient satisfaction.

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management


Dr. Theodor S. Vesagas, Clinical Director of the Philippine Gamma Knife Center talked about Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, a procedure that is only currently available at CSMC. The goal of Gamma Knife Radiosurgery is to control or stop the growth of the tumor, and allows for excellent control in the removal of tumors with minimal morbidity. 

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management


Dr. Gilbert J. RaƱoa, Training Officer of Spine Fellowship Program elaborated on other innovative open surgery treatment options that CSMC offers, such as Stereotactic Biopsy, where neurosurgeons use a needle to obtain tissue from the brain, as well as Awake Craniotomy, which can only be done if an intraoperative neurostimulator is available, and is used to remove tumors in more critical parts of the brain. 

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management


It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management


Dr. Ma. Luisa T. Abesamis-Tiambeng, Chairman of Cancer Institute spoke about non-surgical tumor management, and wrapped up the team’s discussion with some reminders and practical tips to follow for when one schedules a checkup for possible tumors.

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: Brain and Spine Tumor Management


Mr. Rodel Perez, a 45-year-old OFW based in Dubai and one of CSMC’s patients, was also present as a speaker. Perez recounted his experience after being diagnosed with a brain tumor, which was about the size of a medium-sized lemon. He noted CSMC’s world-class methods and facilities, praising the compassionate care and sincerity the doctors and nurses of CSMC had towards him during his treatment.

It Takes a Village to Save a Life: The Multidisciplinary Approach to Brain and Spine Tumor Management



When asked how they could encourage Filipinos to seek medical advice over checking their symptoms on the internet.
“The Philippine Alliance for Brain and Spine Tumors [is a] foundation [that] is helping and has helped hundreds of patients get free treatments. There is also Cardinal Charities Foundations, which helps indigent patients get big discounts or even free procedures. The internet cannot treat you—Google cannot treat you it can only give you information.” ~Dr. Gilbert J. RaƱoa, Training Officer of Spine Fellowship Program

Despite being a powerful tool in gathering information, a specialist’s intervention is still essential in treating any illness. 
“Always remember that here at Cardinal Santos Medical Center, you have a village of medical experts working hand in hand to save lives.” ~Dr. Michael Louis A. Gimenez, Chairman of the Brain and Spine Institute

For more information about the Brain and Spine Institute, as well as other services that CSMC offers, please visit https://cardinalsantos.com.ph/. CSMC is also on Facebook, like and follow them at www.facebook.com/CardinalSantos.














ABOUT CARDINAL SANTOS MEDICAL CENTER
Cardinal Santos Medical Center (CSMC) is a 269-bed private tertiary hospital located in West Greenhills, San Juan City. The hospital is known for its pioneering and world-class services in the fields of Neurosurgery, Oncology, Rehabilitation Medicine, Cardiology, and Minimally Invasive Surgery. CSMC boasts of some of the most respected medical professionals today with expertise in a variety of specialties, ensuring that patients can access the healthcare that they need and deserve. With a commitment to clinical excellence, and a dedication to compassionate care, CSMC is one of the most sought-after medical institutions in the country today.

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