Understanding rheumatoid arthritis and its impact on quality of life
Often, rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is simply thought of as a condition that affects one’s “kasu-kasuan” or joints. But this systemic autoimmune disease, where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own tissues, has far more impact on one’s body and quality of life—from creating chronic joint inflammation that limits movement and affecting mental well-being to […]
Case 2 : The Role Of The Bioethics Committe
Case Study 2 : The Role Of The Bioethics Committe Challenges A doctor and her colleagues cannot decide on how to manage a certain patient, fearing that their solution might be ethically questionable. It was suggested that they approach the Bioethics Committee. Question What is the role of the Bioethics Committee in a hospital? Solutions […]
Check your neck to know your health
Try as you may to bend your head forward or twist it from side to side, but no matter what you do, you will never be able to see your neck. That is, until you take a selfie, says Arsenio Claro A. Cabungcal, MD, an Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Specialist from Makati Medical […]
The holistic way to healthy skin
Measuring between 1.5 and 2.0 square meters in an average adult, the skin is the largest organ of the human body. As such, it plays a crucial role to our survival. Besides acting as a physical barrier to infection, external threats, and ultraviolet rays, it regulates our body’s temperature and, thanks to nerve endings, allows […]
HIV in the Philippines: How early testing and treatment save lives
In the 1980s, a diagnosis of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) meant sure and imminent death. With no known treatment available, it was only a matter of time before HIV progressed into AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome), leaving you with weeks, maybe months, to live. Thanks to antiretroviral therapy (ART), a combination of drugs taken daily […]
Is vaping safer than smoking? Here’s why you should quit both
In 2024, a 22-year-old Filipino male died of a heart attack following two days of onset severe chest pain after a sports activity. Before that, he endured a week of fever, blood in his cough, and vomiting. Described as “sporty,” he had no known risk factors. He did, however, smoke e-cigarettes or vape daily […]
Control your diabetes, do not let it control you
In the Philippines, 4.7 million individuals were diagnosed with diabetes mellitus in 2024 according to the International Diabetes Federation. It has been described as a “silent killer” because you can have it and not know it. Taking symptoms lightly (from extreme thirst and frequent urination to sudden weight loss and a lack of energy) […]
MakatiMed Departments Unite in Courage-Themed Celebration
In-photo: OPM Band, Ben&Ben, performing for the MakatiMed community and event guests. Makati Medical Center (MakatiMed) celebrated the 30th anniversary of its Laser Center under the Department of Dermatology on September 30, 2025, with a meaningful program in collaboration with Breast Imaging Center and Department of Psychiatry at the 8F Tower 2 Auditorium. With the […]
To get good grades, sleep
Slaving on a school project and hitting the books in the wee hours leading up to final exams were believed to be the habits of a hardworking, conscientious student—someone on the honor roll who juggled academics with extra-curricular activities throughout the day, thus necessitating them to pull all-nighters. But if she had her way, Rosalina […]
Why robotic surgery is a game-changer for women
Surgeries on the female reproductive system are so complex, a surgeon must perform with uncompromising precision to minimize bleeding, preserve the function of healthy organs and tissue, and avoid complications. But even the most successful procedures can sideline a patient for weeks. One would need up to six (6) weeks to recover from an […]
A 15-minute break for mental wellness? Here are healthy coping tips from a psychiatrist
During the 2019 pandemic, two patients of MakatiMed Psychiatry and Mood Disorders Specialist Carmina Charmaine G. Bernardo, MD had contracted COVID-19. While holed up in their respective two-week quarantines, one spent the time meditating, reading Bible verses, and connecting on the phone with family and friends. The other turned to TikTok, uploading videos of […]
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