Tag: Philippines

Pedal Power: A Wake-Up Call for the Philippines

  • 2025-07-06
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A massive community bike ride on July 5th sent a powerful message. The ride, organized by Cycle Savers, protested the MMDA plan to reduce and potentially eliminate the Commonwealth Avenue bicycle lane. Over 150 cyclists joined the ride. Groups like the 350 Pilipinas Bike Squad, Happy Pedal Project, Make It Safer Movement (MISMO), Uwak Cycling Community, and West Crame were represented. Ordinary citizens joined too. Many rode bicycles, e-bikes, or scooters.

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Filipino Researchers Integrate Microbiome Science into Architectural Design

  • 2025-07-06
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Filipino researchers have developed a groundbreaking framework that integrates architectural design standards with urban microbiome research. Their research focused on the impact of ventilation and human occupancy on indoor bacterial levels.

Philippines Tackles Cardio-Renal-Metabolic Crisis with Integrated Approach

  • 2025-07-05
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A multi-sectoral roundtable discussion, spearheaded by the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI), the German Embassy Manila, and Boehringer Ingelheim Philippines, has shone a spotlight on the urgent need for integrated cardio-renal-metabolic (CRM) care in the Philippines. The patient perspective was powerfully voiced by Mr. Ralph Degollacion of the Healthy Philippines Alliance.

Philippines Unveils New Child Adoption Program in Seoul

  • 2025-07-02
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The National Authority for Child Care (NACC) of the Philippines took center stage at the HCCH Asia Pacific Week, showcasing its innovative new child adoption program. The NACC’s approach is built on shared principles of child protection, ethical practices, and international standards.

Death Toll Rises As The Philippines’ Road to Ruin.

  • 2025-07-01
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Ninety-four percent. That’s the staggering percentage of Filipino road users who are pedestrians and cyclists— vulnerable road users. They’re the ones most likely to die. The Asian Transport Observatory paints a grim picture. The numbers are stark. The MMDA reports 82 cyclists died in road crashes between 2011 and 2021—a 39% increase.

Global and Local Experts Unite to Combat Stroke in the Philippines

  • 2025-07-01
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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.

Filipino Fermented Fish Yields Antifungal Bacteria

  • 2025-06-26
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Filipino researchers discovered a powerful antifungal agent within a traditional fermented fish dish. Burong isda, a popular Pampanga delicacy, harbors a bacterium. This bacterium shows significant promise in combating Aspergillus fumigatus, a fungus that infects weakened immune systems. Study found that while the bacterium might struggle in highly acidic environments like the stomach, it thrives in less acidic parts of the digestive tract. Importantly, the bacteria possess genes that boost the immune system and produce essential B vitamins (B1, B2, B6, and B9).

Seven Years of Exceptional Hospitality from Savoy Hotel Manila

  • 2025-06-21
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Title: Savoy Hotel Manila Celebrates 7 Years of Heartfelt Hospitality and Sustainable Excellence

Savoy Hotel Manila turns seven, marking a significant milestone of delivering Filipino warmth, meaningful experiences, and award-winning service. Since opening its doors in 2018.