Author: SDPC

When a man is diagnosed with prostate cancer, his focus understandably narrows. There are treatment decisions to make, side effects to manage, and follow-up appointments to keep. What rarely comes up in those conversations is the risk of a second, entirely different cancer forming elsewhere…

Receiving news that you have a thyroid nodule can be unsettling — but it helps to understand what you are actually dealing with. A thyroid nodule is a small lump or abnormal growth in the thyroid gland, the butterfly-shaped gland sitting at the front of…

Running has become one of the biggest lifestyle trends in the Philippines today. Running clubs are multiplying, marathon events are filling up fast, and joggers have become a familiar sight on city roads at nearly every hour of the day — a sign that more…

Many people assume that drinking heavily only once or twice a month is harmless. Because it is not frequent, binge drinking is often dismissed as a low-risk behavior. However, even occasional consumption of alcohol can strain the liver and contribute to long-term damage.While the body…

Digestive discomfort is something many people experience from time to time. From bloating and stomach pain to irregular bowel movements, these symptoms are often brushed off as stress, diet-related issues, or simply “tummy issues.” However, while Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common digestive condition,…

Food has always been a huge part of Filipino culture. Whether it’s birthdays, fiestas, reunions, or simple family dinners, meals are often seen as moments of celebration and connection. We tend to show our love through food — so much so that second servings are…