TUNGAWAN, Zamboanga Sibugay โ In a town where animal bites outpace all other health problems, Mayor Lito Aniรฑon is betting big on prevention: pouring P1 million into life-saving anti-rabies vaccines so residents wonโt have to choose between treatment and hunger.…
Opinion I Why the local development strategy of Mayor Aniรฑon matters to Tungaweรฑos
Lito Aniรฑon stunned the political establishment by toppling the Climaco dynasty in Tungawan during the 2025 elections. Many dismissed him as a political lightweightโa newcomer with little chance of delivering real change. Barely three months into office, however, the mayor…
Cotabato residents push BARMM parliament to pass Childrenโs Hospital bill
COTABATO CITY, Philippines โ Residents here are urging the Bangsamoro parliament to fast-track the passage of the proposed Bangsamoro Childrenโs Hospital Act of 2025, a measure that seeks to establish a dedicated childrenโs hospital in the city. The bill, authored…
10 Supplements That May Upset Your Digestive System (If You’re Not Careful)
Supplements can be a lifesaver when youโre low on nutrients, but letโs be realโsometimes they do more harm than good. Take the wrong dose, or the wrong kind, and suddenly youโre dealing with bloating, cramps, or worse. Here are 10…
When Vitamins Turn Toxic: The Hidden Dangers of Over-Supplementation
Vitamins are often seen as harmless boosters of health โ daily companions to strengthen immunity, sharpen memory, and add energy. But health experts are warning that โtoo much of a good thingโ can, in fact, turn toxic. According to medical…
Why Your Favorite Fruits Might Be Sabotaging Your Sugar Goals
MANILA, Philippines โ Weโve been told all our lives that fruits are healthyโand they are. Packed with fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, theyโre often the go-to for anyone trying to eat better. But hereโs the catch: not all fruits are equal,…
Can We Live Longer Without Giving Up Good Food? Science Says Maybe
Scientists have known that eating less can help animals live longer. But giving up foodโor at least some of itโis easier said than done. So researchers have turned to the next best thing: finding drugs that could trick the body…
Fruit and Weight Loss: Six Misunderstood Fruits That Actually Help You Shed Pounds
Navigating the maze of diet dos and donโts can feel overwhelming in an age of social media fads and conflicting nutrition advice. One moment youโre told to ditch all fruits because of their sugar content; the next, you’re encouraged to…
Zamboanga Sibugay logs first case of Mpox, a 3-year-old girl from Tungawan
ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY, Philippines โ May 25, 2025ย โ Health officials in Zamboanga Sibugay have confirmed the provinceโs first case of Mpox (monkeypox), involving a three-year-old girl from the municipality of Tungawan. The Provincial Health Office (PHO) said the child is now…
BARMM Steps Up Monkeypox Prevention After Two Confirmed Cases in Maguindanao del Norte
COTABATO CITY โ The Bangsamoro government has intensified its information campaign on monkeypox prevention after two residents of Maguindanao del Norte tested positive for the disease. Six others are also in isolation facilities under close medical surveillance after exhibiting symptoms…
Microplastics May Be Fueling Drug-Resistant Superbugs
Tiny plastic particles are infiltrating every corner of the planetโcrawling up food chains, swirling in the oceans, settling onto mountaintops, and even accumulating inside our bodies. But beyond the alarming presence of microplastics everywhere, a new and unexpected danger is…
Scientists Sound Alarm Over Deadly H5N1 Bird Flu Mutation in the U.S.
The scientific community is on high alert after the United States reported its first death from the H5N1 bird flu in January 2025. The victim, who had been exposed to infected chickens, marks a troubling milestone in the ongoing battle…
