What you need to know about Dengue: Diagnosis, treatment, prevention
Dengue has become so prevalent in the Philippines, the mosquito-borne viral infection has already made its presence felt months ahead of the rainy season when it usually strikes. A March 2025 report from the Department of Health revealed that 62,313 cases of dengue were recorded from January to March—a whopping 73% increase from the same […]
Do You Experience Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS) ?
Strengthening the Leadership Pipeline at Makati Medical Center in Partnership with the Asian Institute of Management (AIM)
Makati Medical Center (MakatiMed) continues to demonstrate its commitment to excellence by launching its Succession Management Plan (SMP)—a strategic initiative aimed at strengthening the organization’s leadership pipeline and ensuring long-term business continuity. Recognizing that its people are the foundation of its success, MMC places a strong emphasis on the development of its employees. The […]
Give Blood, Save Lives
World Environment Day
Do I Need to Monitor My Blood Pressure Constantly? Doctor Explains Why it’s Crucial
Ask the average Filipino on the street what their blood pressure is and chances are, he would not know it, more so that he is already hypertensive. He is not alone. A 2021 study by the Philippine Heart Association revealed that 48% of Filipinos didn’t know they have high blood pressure. In another study, […]
New Definition of Pain
Our Nurses Our Future
MakatiMed@Home: Quality Healthcare at the Comfort of Your Own Private Space
What Every New Mama Needs: A Good Birthing Partner
There is nothing more joyful than news of a pregnancy. It is a testament to the miracle of life and the resilience and strength of a woman. But the truth is, pregnancy can be overwhelming, and it is normal for her to feel anxious and vulnerable during this life-changing chapter in her life. […]
Ladies, Please Be Careful With Your Heart
MakatiMed suggests four ways Filipinas can maintain a healthy heart In their 20s, women worried about acne and dysmenorrhea; in their 30s, they focused on reproductive health; in their 40s, they got their first mammogram; in their 50s, they sought ways to manage the effects of perimenopause. Throughout their lives, women are primed to […]
MakatiMed Beat March 2025 Volume 16 – Issue 181
