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Papa Dudut talked about his major weight loss and the speculations surrounding it. ]]> Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0800 ]]> tag:gmanetwork.com:news_story-1001814 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/lifestyle/healthandwellness/1001814/why-did-this-newborn-s-head-look-swollen-and-elongated-after-birth-medical-experts-explain/story/
A newborn baby in Bocaue, Bulacan has caught the attention of netizens after photos showed the baby's head appearing unusually elongated and swollen shortly after birth.]]> Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:19:20 +0800 ]]> tag:gmanetwork.com:news_story-1001425 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/lifestyle/healthandwellness/1001425/are-there-health-risks-to-watch-out-for-as-el-ni-o-and-habagat-weather-overlap-expert-explai/story/
During habagat, the Department of Health warns us about diseases easily remembered by the acronym WILD, while the high temperatures and humidity of El Niño bring its own set of health issues.]]> Mon, 07 Sep 2026 11:45:57 +0800 ]]> tag:gmanetwork.com:news_story-1000906 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/lifestyle/healthandwellness/1000906/lovi-poe-opens-up-on-postpartum-transformation-motherhood-realizations/story/
Lovi Poe has an empowering message about her impressive post-birth abs.]]> Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0800 ]]> tag:gmanetwork.com:news_story-1000656 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/lifestyle/healthandwellness/1000656/how-to-keep-safe-from-haze/story/
The Department of Health (DOH) on Tuesday issued reminders to the public on how to stay safe amid haze from Indonesia, as it may pose health risks, particularly to children, the elderly, and those with lung and heart conditions.]]> Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:08:28 +0800 ]]> tag:gmanetwork.com:news_story-1000356 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/lifestyle/healthandwellness/1000356/leptospirosis-cases-overwhelm-hospitals-amid-widespread-flooding/story/
More than 4,000 leptospirosis cases have been recorded in the Philippines this year, with hundreds of cases added in just two weeks amid widespread flooding in several areas.]]> Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:31:22 +0800 ]]> tag:gmanetwork.com:news_story-1000193 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/lifestyle/healthandwellness/1000193/high-leptospirosis-cases-among-children-alarming-manila-hospital-doctor/story/
Ospital ng Maynila Medical Center Dr. Reynaldo Salinel Jr. on Friday raised concern over the alarmingly high number of leptospirosis cases among children as infections continue to rise.]]> Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:11:16 +0800 ]]> tag:gmanetwork.com:news_story-999960 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/lifestyle/healthandwellness/999960/over-100-beneficiaries-receive-free-eye-checkups-glasses-from-gma-kapuso-foundation/story/
Over 100 beneficiaries received free eye checkups and prescription glasses from GMA Kapuso Foundation this Sight Saving Month.]]> Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:47:19 +0800 ]]> tag:gmanetwork.com:news_story-999636 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/lifestyle/healthandwellness/999636/asia-rose-simpson-makes-the-case-for-sport-and-dance-with-passionate-speech-at-miss-world-202/story/
PH bet Asia Rose Simpson made a strong impression at Miss World's Head-to-Head challenge has she highlighted the importance of sport and dance.]]> Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:58:53 +0800 ]]> tag:gmanetwork.com:news_story-999610 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/lifestyle/healthandwellness/999610/leptospirosis-doctors-warn-against-self-medicating-with-doxycycline/story/
Doctors are warning against the use of doxycycline, an antibiotic used to treat leptospirosis, as a form of self-medication after exposure to floodwaters.]]> Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:30:56 +0800 ]]> tag:gmanetwork.com:news_story-999499 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/lifestyle/healthandwellness/999499/leptospirosis-symptoms-may-appear-even-after-3-weeks-since-exposure-expert/story/
Symptoms of leptospirosis may appear even after three weeks since exposure, an infectious diseases expert warned on Sunday.]]> Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:33:28 +0800 ]]> tag:gmanetwork.com:news_story-999471 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/lifestyle/healthandwellness/999471/no-sweat-japanese-men-turn-to-hair-removal-in-scorching-summer/story/
TOKYO - Summer is peak demand season at a men's grooming clinic in Japan, where appointments are becoming harder to get as scores seek to rid themselves of body hair for relief from brutal, sweltering heat. ]]> Sat, 22 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0800 ]]> tag:gmanetwork.com:news_story-999364 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/lifestyle/healthandwellness/999364/rainy-day-blues-why-gloomy-weather-can-affect-your-mood-and-how-to-cope/story/
While some may find gloomy days calming, others may feel more tired, unmotivated, or emotionally low -- especially when prolonged rains disrupt their routines and daily activities.]]> Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:43:30 +0800 ]]> tag:gmanetwork.com:news_story-999235 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/lifestyle/healthandwellness/999235/meet-hiraya-ph-s-first-ever-family-planning-floating-clinic/story/
Non-profit organization DKT Philippines Foundation has introduced another initiative aimed at expanding access to family planning and reproductive health services in the Philippines.]]> Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:25:57 +0800 ]]> tag:gmanetwork.com:news_story-998951 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/lifestyle/healthandwellness/998951/eating-disorders-the-challenges-of-seeking-help-and-how-to-offer-support/story/
Eating disorders are among the most chronic conditions affecting people of different ages. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, they are “serious illnesses marked by severe disturbances in a person"s eating behaviors.” ]]> Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:09:42 +0800 ]]>