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INTRODUCTION Nurses have been one of our medical front liners in the COVID-19. Nursing profession is very in demand most especially in these challenging times. Due to an outpouring number of COVID-19 cases in our country, nurses can literally be seen as overworked yet underpaid professionals. So, while nurses are common to see, there is … Read more
IntroductionHandwashing plays a critical role in preventing any forms of illnesses, more predominantly on the communicable diseases such as COVID-19. As we face the economic and health threats brought about by the pandemic, hand hygiene must not only be taken as a precautionary measure but more so as a part of our personal health care … Read more
IntroductionDid you know that there is World Immunization Week? Not day, but week. It is celebrated on the last week of April. This shows that our immunization plays a big role, especially this pandemic. When the immunity gives up, one person can die of COVID-19 virus. Strengthening our body immunity can be affected by the … Read more
Introduction Battling with COVID-19 is unique experience for each of us. Understanding the two different COVID-19 tests can help us generate wiser decisions in particular with our health care needs. This means that you must know the available testing options for COVID-19. There are two different types of COVID-19 Test – Diagnostic Test and Antibody … Read more
Introduction Have you ever heard of those confusing diagnosis of patients dying of COVID-19 even if the disease might not really be due to COVID-19? When the pandemic broke out, the common symptoms among the COVID-19 patients and Dengue patients pose bigger risks. It might be worrisome to think that you contracted COVID-19 instead of … Read more
Introduction Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccinations are now considered a global standard protocol recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to help prevent complications and decrease the number of mortalities against Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The following vaccines are now widely used, some still … Read more
Introduction Before you think about dying from the COVID-19 vaccine, please know that it is normal to experience side effects from the vaccination. These side effects can include muscle pain, tiredness, headache, chills, fever and nausea. According to the World Health Organization, it is still unknown whether the COVID-vaccines can protect against the COVID-19 disease … Read more
Introduction Fear has never become so real when recent reports show that COVID-19 has infected more families and most hospitals are getting full. Translation? The COVID-19 battleground is now in our home. While there are still further studies regarding the medical management of moderate, severe and critical COVID-19 patients, home care could be considered for … Read more
Introduction Depression occurs when a person does not accept his reality. But with the COVID-19 realities, who can blame you? One study conducted last December 2020 shows that 16.9% of every 1,879 Filipinos reported moderate to severe depressive symptoms. The factors for the depression of Filipinos are imposed quarantine, extended homestay and poor health status. … Read more
Introduction The month of March has marked the first anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines. We have all experienced uncertainties, fears and griefs. According to the latest survey of Pulse Asia, 94% out of 2,400 Filipinos are afraid of getting infected by the COVID-19 virus. What is hopeful about our present situation is … Read more
