The Philippine Heart Association discussed the connection of mental health to heart health.
Radar
PHA To Formulate Guidelines And Prevention of CCS Disease
The PHA introduced the standards at its 56th Annual Convention held at the Edsa Shangri-La Hotel. The guidelines help frontline doctors and citizens to detect early signs of CCS.
Lifestyle
Global and Local Experts Unite to Combat Stroke in the Philippines
Stroke is a significant public health issue in the Philippines. It is the third leading cause of death and a major cause of long-term disability. From January to August 2024 alone, stroke caused 34,464 fatalities in the country. A critical meeting took place recently, bringing together global and local health leaders to tackle the growing stroke crisis in the Philippines. The Stroke CARE (Coalition for Acute Stroke Response and Excellence) Meeting aimed to elevate stroke care standards and build a “stroke-ready” Philippines.