PJ Francisco, father of 12-year old son, Coco, led the launch of the advocacy campaign.  By Leony Garcia | Ahead of the Christmas season - - of fun gatherings and bingeing - - advocates for children's health recently launched a life-saving advocacy called Champions of Children’s Optimal (COCO) Heart Health. Founded by PJ and Ramelyn Francisco whose 12-year old son, Coco, suddenly succumbed to heart disease, the initiative is aimed at promoting preventive cardiovascular care and improving heart health awareness among pediatric populations to help create an uninterrupted, brilliant future for them. Ramelyn shared a touching message with the hope that, “Today, we start with a whisper which we believe will swell into a big, resounding voice that stands up for future generations”. Dr. Alberto Atilano, the Director of the Foundation for Lay Education on Heart Diseases, in his discussion during the event, tackled the value of primordial prevention of cardiovascular disease. According to h...

By Leony R. Garcia | Good news for gym-goers, health & fitness enthusiasts, and wellness advocates! A modern fitness facility is right there in your preferred home away from home in the bustling City of Manila. The Manila Prince Hotel, a top choice for leisure and business travelers in Manila recently opened its Modern Fitness Center to further delight clients and loyal guests. "Manila Prince Hotel has always been a symbol of hospitality. Our goal is to create a space where they can achieve their fitness goals and improve their overall well-being throughout their stay with us,” MPH President Atty. Joey Lina said during the ribbon-cutting ceremony on November 8, 2024. Atty. Joey Lina is joined Elaine Santos, Manila Prince Hotel vice president for administration, Marvin Kim Tan, Manila Prince Hotel vice president for sales and marketing, and Riza Shanti Lim, a renowned fitness expert and wellness advocate, at the opening ceremonies.  Located at the Lower Lobby of the hotel, the ...

  By Leony R. Garcia   This writer and media friends joining the fun and wellness programs of WHD 2024 I have been covering World Heart Day (WHD) celebration for years. The 2024 edition is special as our group of media friends joined the wellness programs and fun activities! WHD 2024 (Manila celebration) on September 29 at Tiendesitas Ortigas started off early at 5:30 am with “Walk, Run, Bike” challenge for some 300 young cardiologists from the Philippine Heart Association (PHA) National Capital Region clusters/different PHA-accredited Cardiology training institutions as frontliners. Health screening AED demo CPR training Getting ready for hands only CPR Event participants and doctors join the zumba The rationale behind it is simple. Physicians or medical practitioners should practice what they preach: Do 1 hour of physical activity daily. PHA’s PUSONG PINOY highlights the message of “galaw-galaw,” or to keep on moving, which means spending 150 minute-exercise per week. It als...