Fullerton Health Celebrates Two Years of Advancing Preventive Healthcare in PH

Award-winning executive health provider continues to expand access to proactive preventive care solutions

Photo courtesy of The New Channel

In photo: The Fullerton Health Philippines and Radlink Philippines Corporation team

As more Filipino professionals navigate increasingly demanding careers and lifestyles, preventive healthcare is becoming less of an afterthought and more of a necessity.

From routine executive health screenings to proactive wellness programs, a growing number of business leaders, entrepreneurs, and working professionals are prioritizing early detection and long-term health management as part of their everyday lives. The shift reflects a broader understanding that staying productive, achieving personal goals, and maintaining overall well-being require more than treating illnesses when they arise—they require preventing them in the first place.

GAC Philippines Strengthens Industry Ties With CAMPI Membership

GAC International Philippines has been officially welcomed as a member of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI), the premier organization shaping the local automotive industry. This milestone enables GAC Philippines to collaborate directly with industry stakeholders, contributing to the development of national policies, programs, and standards designed to advance the Philippine automotive sector.

Hoka® Introduces The Clifton Pro: A Next-Gen, Pace-Pushing Performance Trainer

The legendary Clifton franchise evolves - featuring new PROGLIDE™+ technology for a competitive edge 

HOKA®, a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), launches the Clifton PRO, a performance trainer engineered for maximum control. A more progressive version of the beloved Clifton, the Clifton PRO pushes performance to the max with a streamlined silhouette and the debut of new PROGLIDE + technology.

Building on Legacy 

First introduced in 2014, Clifton redefined how runners experience everyday miles – pairing maximal cushioning with a responsive, lightweight ride in a way the industry hadn’t seen before. What began as a bold experiment quickly became a category defining franchise, beloved by runners who prioritize comfort, consistency and smooth turnover. Over a decade of updates, the Clifton has continuously evolved alongside the needs of runners and remains a staple in the modern running rotation.

The end of “Tiis Ganda”?

Why more young women should refuse to normalize period pain

“Tiis ganda” has long been worn like a badge of honor—an everyday test of endurance where women are expected to look composed, stay productive, and push through discomfort as if it’s part of the job description. From long days at school or work to back-to-back responsibilities, it’s a quiet culture of kaya pa, even when the body is clearly asking for a pause.

But nowhere does this expectation feel more real than during menstruation. Period pain becomes another layer of “tiis”—the kind that can turn reviewing for an exam, finishing a presentation, or even simply getting out of bed into a full-on challenge.

Yet despite how common it is, menstrual pain is still often brushed off as something to simply endure. Somewhere along the way, women were made to believe that suffering in silence is just part of being capable and productive. But when did pain become part of the honor roll checklist?

FedEx Supports 2,400 Filipino Students with Hygiene Kits To Boost Health and School Readiness

Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, collaborated with international non-profit Feed the Children to address health challenges by donating hygiene kits to 2,400 grade school children from fishing and farming communities in Bohol and Zamboanga del Norte.

This initiative is part of FedEx Cares, the company’s global community engagement program, and aims to improve the health and well-being of Filipino students ahead of the upcoming school year. A total of 14 FedEx employees supported the effort by assembling and delivering the kits, which include soap, shampoo, face towels, toothbrush and toothpaste - helping children maintain proper hygiene and stay focused on their education.

Grupo Agatep execs lead some of the most prestigious communication bodies in the Philippines and abroad

For almost four decades, and through its various iterations, Grupo Agatep has helped shape marketing communication in the Philippines not only through award-winning campaigns and impactful storytelling, but through leaders whose influence extends into the institutions that define the industry itself.

Over the years, Grupo Agatep’s influence has been exemplified not only in the work it delivers for clients, but also in the way its leaders give back to the profession they helped build. This is evident in the leadership roles held by its senior executives within some of the most respected communication organizations in the country and abroad, reflecting its commitment to strengthening the institutions that support ethical practice and excellence across the industry. 

Stepping into roles that uphold both leadership and legacy, Norman Agatep continues to strengthen the public relations profession in the Philippines by supporting PRSP’s internal systems while safeguarding the integrity of the Anvil Awards, the country’s gold standard for excellence in communication. Beyond the local context, he serves as Treasurer at Global Alliance, where he contributes to strengthening trust and collaboration among communication professionals worldwide.

mWell Addresses the Growing Need for Accessible Mental Health Care for Filipinos

An all-in-one telehealth platform empowering Filipinos to care for their mind and body at every stage of their wellness journey

mWell, the Philippines' fully integrated digital healthcare platform by Metro Pacific Health Tech Corporation, gives voice to a truth many Filipinos know but rarely say out loud: sometimes, the happiest-looking person in the room is fighting the hardest battle alone.

Mental health stigma in the Philippines remains a significant barrier to care. Rooted in cultural expectations of resilience, mental health struggles are too often misread as weakness, pushing individuals to suffer quietly rather than seek the help they deserve. Deep-seated values like hiya and pakikisama compound the silence, as many fear bringing embarrassment to themselves or their families by admitting they are not okay. In the workplace, the stakes feel even higher: about 75% of Filipinos believe that disclosing mental health concerns compromises their professional opportunities, the highest rate among ASEAN countries, according to the International Labor Organization. And for many, the cost of professional mental health support remains the final barrier.