[COLUMN] ‘I am because we are’
God has high hopes for us. This is a truth we must firmly believe. As the Book of Jeremiah 29:14 tells us, “For surely I know the plans I have…
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Bird flu tests are hard to get. So how will we know when to sound the pandemic alarm?
by Amy Maxmen and Arthur Allen California Healthline Stanford University infectious disease doctor Abraar Karan has seen a lot of patients with runny noses, fevers, and irritated eyes lately. Such…
Experiencing Suzuya Patisserie & Café
by Gloria T. Caoile Suzuya Patisserie & Cafe, a family-owned, Japanese-inspired bakery, is opening a new café on S. Wynn Street. The owners, Chef Misuzu and Chef Mike, partnered with…
White House enlists doctors and hospitals to combat gun violence
by Samantha Young KFF Health News The White House is calling on hospital executives, doctors, and other health care leaders to take bolder steps to prevent gun violence by gathering…
Biden administration advances plan to remove medical debt from credit scores
Americans would no longer have to worry about medical debts dragging down their credit scores under federal regulations proposed on Tuesday, June 11 by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. If…
[COLUMN] On masturbation
IN this era of informational technology facilitated by search engines, like Google, and websites, like YouTube, to name a couple, access to massive scientific data enables people to instantly educate…
Visual artist and gallerist Soler Santos on celebrating West Gallery’s 35th Anniversary with his biggest show yet
For the 35th anniversary of West Gallery, the 12 x 9 x 35 show features nearly a thousand works from close to 300 artists What started as a daring idea…
[COLUMN] United in faith, love, and peace
WE have abundant blessings to celebrate in our parish this month. Forty youth and young adults received the Sacrament of Confirmation last Saturday, and twenty-six 8th-grade students graduated from our…
Get ready to dive into the most flavorful edition of MAFBEX!
The Manila Foods and Beverages Expo 2024 (MAFBEX) is aiming to be bigger than ever before, delivering more flavors and tasty treats to keep its visitors coming back for more….
Filipino pride shines at Manhattan’s Annual PH Independence Day parade
Over 130 groups march in the largest Philippine Independence Day event outside Manila THE Philippine Consulate General in New York, in partnership with the Philippine Independence Day Council Incorporated (PIDCI),…
‘Bagong Liwanag’ world premiere, Whang-od docu screening at closing event of baybayin tattoos exhibit at PH consulate
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco wrapped up its celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in the United States with the closing…
The next human pandemic could be bird flu
by Sunita Sohrabji Ethnic Media Services The next major pandemic of Covid-like proportions will likely be avian flu, a respiratory disease already killing millions of poultry and waterfowl, and infecting…
[COLUMN] On the solemnity of the body and blood of Christ
AS we come together this Sunday, June 2 to commemorate the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ, we affirm our unwavering belief in the true presence of Christ…
Presidential election could decide fate of extra Obamacare subsidies
by Andy Miller KFF Health News When Cassie Cox ended up in the emergency room in January, the Bainbridge, Georgia, resident was grateful for the Obamacare insurance policy she had…
MAFBEX 2024 is serving a plate full of surprises!
Manila, Philippines. Eat’s Here! The Manila Foods and Beverages Expo (MAFBEX) is back this 2024 to bring you a more exciting food experience in the country! For the past 17…
Taste of the Philippines: Recognizing Filipino talent at the 2024 James Beard Awards
AS the highly anticipated James Beard Awards draw near, Filipino talent emerges at the forefront, poised to seize the spotlight. Chefs and creators from the community have garnered nominations and…
[COLUMN] Ten million die
ONE out of three adults worldwide (more than 2 billion of the 6.02 billion adults out of a total global population of 8.05 billion) have high blood pressure and about…
New help for dealing with aggression in people with dementia
Caring for older adults with dementia is stressful, especially when they become physically or verbally aggressive, wander away from home, develop paranoia or hallucinations, engage in inappropriate or repetitive behaviors,…
4 ways vaccine skeptics mislead you on measles and more
by Amy Maxmen and Céline Gounder KFF Health News Measles is on the rise in the United States. In the first quarter of this year, the number of cases was…
June Pleasure: Experience All-Inclusive Promos at I’M Hotel
From the property that brought you the unique concept of blending staycation with engaging relaxation and unforgettable experiences, I’M Hotel is excited to introduce a fresh twist with three brand-new…
[COLUMN] On the solemn Feast of the Holy Trinity
It has been three years since our parish council, staff members, and I collaborated to craft our parish’s vision and mission statements. The process of formulating them was deliberate, requiring…
Los Angeles County launches ambitious plan to tackle medical debt
LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County has launched one of the most ambitious efforts in the nation to tackle medical debt, targeting hospitals for their role in feeding a $2.9…
Terno Elegance and Barong Brilliance: A Filipiniana Extravaganza – celebrating culture and creativity
Las Vegas – Abelardo Ramos, the creative force behind ALTA MODA, brings a fresh perspective to traditional Filipino attire, merging classic elements with contemporary flair. His stunning Ternos and Barongs…
High price of popular diabetes drugs deprives low-income people of effective treatment
For the past year and a half, Tandra Cooper Harris and her husband, Marcus, who both have diabetes, have struggled to fill their prescriptions for the medications they need to…
Pacita Abad’s Legacy and ‘Little Manila Queens: Mabuhay!’ : Celebrating Filipino artistry and creativity at MoMA PS1
Looking for a delightful weekend adventure? Hop aboard the 7 train and whisk yourself away to MoMA PS1 for a dose of Filipino art that will surely uplift your spirits!…
[COLUMN] Distilled water: Unsafe!
IT is easy to understand how people in general, being more health conscious today, could mistake distilled water as the “cleanest and healthiest” water for drinking. After all, it is…
The lure of specialty medicine pulls nurse practitioners from primary care
by Michelle Andrews KFF Health News For many patients, seeing a nurse practitioner has become a routine part of primary care, in which these “NPs” often perform the same tasks…
Gov. Newsom boosted Califonia’s public health budget during Covid. Now he wants to cut it
When a doctor in Pasadena, California, reported in October that a hospital patient was exhibiting classic symptoms of dengue fever, such as vomiting, a rash, and bone and joint pain,…
California’s $12 billion Medicaid makeover banks on nonprofits’ buy-in
by Angela Hart KFF Health News TURLOCK — For much of his young life, Jorge Sanchez regularly gasped for air, at times coughing so violently that he’d almost throw up….