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Pneumonia in Children and Adults: When to Seek Help

Pneumonia in Children and Adults: When to Seek Help

Pneumonia is the 4th leading cause of death in the Philippines. Learn to recognize the symptoms in children and adults, and know when home care isn't enough.

Dr. Ricardo Santos•January 25, 2026
Skin Care Basics: Managing Acne and Common Skin Conditions

Skin Care Basics: Managing Acne and Common Skin Conditions

Dr. Jennifer Chua•January 2, 2026
Arthritis Management: Staying Active Despite Joint Pain

Arthritis Management: Staying Active Despite Joint Pain

Dr. Benjamin Cruz•January 2, 2026

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What Is the Best HMO in the Philippines? An Honest 2026 Comparison
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What Is the Best HMO in the Philippines? An Honest 2026 Comparison

There is no single best HMO in the Philippines — only the best one for your budget, your hospital, and your health history. Here is how Maximum Benefit Limits, room entitlements, networks, and pre-existing condition rules work, so you can compare plans on the numbers that matter.

doktor.ph Editorial Team
August 20, 2026
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GP vs. Internist: Which Doctor Should You Actually See?
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GP vs. Internist: Which Doctor Should You Actually See?

A general practitioner and an internist are not the same doctor, and picking the wrong one costs you a consultation fee and a wasted afternoon. Here is what each is trained to do, how many years of training separates them, and which one to book for your symptom.

doktor.ph Editorial Team
August 17, 2026
Medical Certificates and Fit-to-Work Clearance in the Philippines
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Medical Certificates and Fit-to-Work Clearance in the Philippines

Who can legally issue a medical certificate, what has to be on it, whether HR can reject one, and if a telemedicine consult counts. A practical guide to sick leave notes and fit-to-work clearance in the Philippines, including what they typically cost.

doktor.ph Editorial Team
August 14, 2026
How to Read Your Lab Results: CBC, Blood Sugar, and Cholesterol Explained
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How to Read Your Lab Results: CBC, Blood Sugar, and Cholesterol Explained

You got your results back, three values are flagged, and your follow-up is in two weeks. This is a plain-language guide to the numbers on a standard Philippine lab report — what CBC, FBS, HbA1c, lipid profile, and creatinine mean, and which flags actually matter.

doktor.ph Editorial Team
August 11, 2026
Annual Physical Exam in the Philippines: What's Included, What It Costs
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Annual Physical Exam in the Philippines: What's Included, What It Costs

A basic annual physical exam runs about ₱1,000 and an executive package can pass ₱15,000 — and the difference is not always worth the money. Here is what a standard APE actually includes, which tests matter at your age, how to prepare, and what to do with the results.

doktor.ph Editorial Team
August 8, 2026
PhilHealth Benefits in 2026: Contributions, Coverage, and YAKAP Explained
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PhilHealth Benefits in 2026: Contributions, Coverage, and YAKAP Explained

Most Filipinos pay PhilHealth every month and use a fraction of what it covers. Here is the 2026 contribution table, what the YAKAP (formerly Konsulta) package gives you for free, how case rates and No Balance Billing actually reduce a hospital bill, and how to claim.

doktor.ph Editorial Team
August 5, 2026
Types of Doctors in the Philippines: What Each Specialist Actually Treats
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Types of Doctors in the Philippines: What Each Specialist Actually Treats

Cardiologist, nephrologist, otolaryngologist, internist — Philippine medicine has more than forty recognised specialties, and the names rarely tell you what they treat. This is the plain-language map: who to see for which body part, which problem, and at which point.

doktor.ph Editorial Team
August 2, 2026
Pneumonia in Children and Adults: When to Seek Help
Pneumonia

Pneumonia in Children and Adults: When to Seek Help

Pneumonia is the 4th leading cause of death in the Philippines. Learn to recognize the symptoms in children and adults, and know when home care isn't enough.

Dr. Ricardo Santos
January 25, 2026
GERD and Acid Reflux: Causes and Natural Remedies
Gastritis

GERD and Acid Reflux: Causes and Natural Remedies

Experiencing frequent heartburn? You may have GERD. Learn about the causes, lifestyle changes that help, and when medication or medical treatment is necessary.

Dr. Angela Sy
January 22, 2026
Migraine Relief: Triggers, Treatments, and Prevention
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Migraine Relief: Triggers, Treatments, and Prevention

Migraines are more than just bad headaches. Learn to identify your triggers, find effective treatments, and discover strategies to prevent future attacks.

Dr. Elena Torres
January 20, 2026
UTI Prevention and Treatment: What Women Need to Know
Urinary Tract Infection

UTI Prevention and Treatment: What Women Need to Know

Urinary tract infections are common, especially in women. Learn how to prevent recurring UTIs, recognize symptoms early, and know when antibiotics are necessary.

Dr. Lisa Gonzales
January 14, 2026
Tuberculosis in the Philippines: Detection and Treatment
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Tuberculosis in the Philippines: Detection and Treatment

The Philippines has one of the highest TB rates in the world. Learn about symptoms, testing, treatment, and how to protect yourself and your family from this preventable disease.

Dr. Patricia Mendoza
January 14, 2026
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