GPCCI RTD Highlights Urgency for Integrated Cardio-Renal-Metabolic Care in the PH

The German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI), in partnership with the German Embassy Manila and Boehringer Ingelheim Philippines, convened a multi-stakeholder roundtable discussion to address the pressing issue of cardio-renal-metabolic (CRM) health and explore strategies for more integrated and patient-centered care.

The roundtable brought together leaders and experts from medical associations, patient advocacy groups, academic institutions, and the pharmaceutical industry. Discussions focused on aligning efforts across sectors and government agencies to respond to the growing incidence of interconnected cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic conditions.

“Addressing CRM conditions is not only about clinical treatment. It is about equity, education, and empathy,” said Dr. Cherry Sevilla-Arenas, from the Philippine Heart Center on her keynote address. “Despite growing awareness, many patients continue to fall through the cracks due to uneven access and fragmented systems of care. If we want to move toward meaningful health outcomes, we must align our efforts—across government, industry, and communities—to prevent care fragmentation and ensure no Filipino is left behind.”

Angels Initiative, World Stroke Organization, and Stroke Society of the Philippines lead Stroke CARE Meeting to elevate stroke care and build a stroke-ready Philippines

The Stroke CARE (Coalition for Acute Stroke Response and Excellence) Meeting brings together global and local leaders from the World Stroke Organization (WSO), Stroke Society of the Philippines (SSP), and Angels Initiative, Boehringer Ingelheim’s global healthcare program, driving excellence in stroke response and care nationwide. Regional stroke champions from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao engaged in the discussions to address the growing burden of stroke in the Philippines and bridge global standards with local solutions for better stroke care. Stroke remains a major public health concern in the Philippines, as the third leading cause of death and a major cause of long-term disability, with 34,464 fatalities from January to August 2024. WSO President Prof. Jeyaraj Pandian reaffirmed the organization’s support for the Philippines, highlighting progress through the WSO Angels Certification Program and emphasizing the need for multisectoral collaboration, community awareness, and capacity-building across all levels of care. Key priorities discussed include the development of a unified national stroke strategy, improved access to timely treatment, adoption of data-driven tools like the Registry of Stroke Care Quality (RES-Q), and expanded training for frontline health workers. The Angels Initiative remains committed to advancing stroke care in the Philippines through strategic partnerships, continuous capacity-building, and a shared vision of a stroke-ready nation.

LBC Express Joins Forces with BidaBoss to Back Hardworking Bidang Filipino Entrepreneurs

LBC Express, the Philippines’ leading logistics and money services provider, has partnered with BidaBoss, the first pioneering dropshipping platform in the country. Set to officially launch this June, LBC will provide warehousing, distribution, and last-mile delivery support to power BidaBoss’ nationwide operations, so that business ownership is more accessible for Filipinos.

As one of BidaBoss’ strategic corporate partners, LBC now operates a dedicated warehouse facility in South Luzon that serves as the platform’s primary distribution hub. From here, LBC ensures the seamless movement of products across the country from regional hubs to the doorsteps of customers.

Lalamove enables 75% of partner drivers to join app-based logistics platforms to take flexible income opportunities

Building Connections on the Move. A Lalamove partner driver shakes hands with a satisfied customer after a successful delivery, reflecting the growing trust in app-based logistics.

Lalamove, the leading on-demand platform, released findings from its global survey, revealing that over 75% of partner drivers chose to transition into online-based logistics from traditional counterparts, highlighting that the platform remains significant in creating new career opportunities.

Findings reveal how Lalamove’s flexible model enables driver partners to achieve greater work-life balance, pursue personal goals, and provide for their loved ones in new and meaningful ways.

Smart Ways to Stay Ahead of the Back-to-School Rush

With the new school year set to kick off, many parents will find themselves back in the driver’s seat - literally. Whether you are bringing your kids to their classes early in the morning, driving them to their after-school activities, or picking them up from an out-of-town field trip, the daily routine can become a delicate juggling act.

Amid schedules and obligations, simplifying things whenever you can helps! And when it comes to getting everyone from point A to point B without a hitch, having a dependable vehicle—and taking good care of it—is key.

Here are a few smart hacks to make the school year’s road trips smoother, less stressful, and more efficient.

3 Common Logistics Mistakes You Might Be Doing for Your Biz

The thrill of opening your dream business is exciting. But when it comes to operations, logistics might not always be top of mind for budding business owners. 

You might be focused on product development and sales, have limited resources, or find the entire concept of logistics too complex. However, its importance is often overstated. It encompasses many aspects, from storing materials and finished products and managing your stocks to fulfilling orders and moving products. 

If you’re a budding entrepreneur, here are three mistakes you might be making when it comes to logistics and how you can avoid them: 

Green Gsm Tops Ride-Hailing App Charts In The Philippines

The Green GSM ride-hailing app soared to the top of the Travel & Local category on the Google Play Store Philippines, surpassing other platforms even before its official debut. This remarkable achievement set the stage for the successful launch of Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Company’s (GSM) electric taxi service, Green GSM, in the Philippines last June 10.

In the first 48 hours following its launch, the app recorded tens of thousands of downloads, quickly establishing a strong foothold in Metro Manila. The overwhelming response underscores a growing demand for sustainable, reliable, and technologically advanced transportation alternatives nationwide.

Green GSM’s expansion into the Philippines marks a significant milestone in its mission to accelerate the adoption of electric mobility in Southeast Asia, offering eco-conscious commuters a cleaner, safer, and smarter way to travel.

Garmin Launches Next-Gen Smartwatches and Heart Rate Monitor for Performance-Driven Athletes

Equipped with new training tools, insights, and connected features

Garmin has announced three new performance products designed to help athletes reach new personal bests: the Forerunner® 570 and Forerunner® 970 GPS running and triathlon smartwatches, and the HRM 600, a premium heart rate monitor that delivers advanced data and versatility. These next-generation devices work seamlessly together, offering new ways to train, track, and recover with precision—all designed with Garmin’s hallmark durability and athlete-first innovation.

Together, these launches expand the Garmin ecosystem for performance-driven athletes, offering richer data insights, greater workout flexibility, and smarter recovery metrics, whether you're gearing up for a race or fine-tuning their performance in the gym.

Essentiale Sounds the Alarm on the Silent Epidemic of MAFLD, Gives Liver a Voice in the Philippines.

Opella. This Global Fatty Liver Day (June 13), Essentiale, the #1 liver care brand from Opella, is calling attention to a health crisis silently gripping the Philippines. Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Fatty Liver Disease (MAFLD) is on the rise, yet it remains one of the least understood and most ignored threats to Filipino well-being.

Nearly 20 million Filipinos are at risk of MAFLD — a condition commonly misunderstood as being alcohol-related but is, in fact, driven by poor diets, lack of exercise, chronic stress, and underlying conditions like obesity, diabetes, and hypertension. Today, 9 out of 10 obese individuals and 7 out of 10 diabetics in the country are vulnerable to liver deterioration. Alarmingly, the average age of fatty liver sufferers has dropped to just 38 years old.

LBC Express Empowers Filipino Entrepreneurs with Up to 60% Off Shipping Through ‘LBC BOSS’ Program

LBC Express, the Philippines trusted logistics and money services provider, officially launches LBC BOSS (Bulk Order Sulit Sending), a new shipping program built to support the growing community of online sellers and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across the Philippines.

The initiative underscores LBC’s continued commitment to uplift Filipino entrepreneurs, offering up to 60% off shipping rates, starting with a minimum of 15 parcels per month. Members also gain access to free doorstep pick-up, dedicated customer support, and exclusive business perks tailored to their needs.

“Filipinos have always been entrepreneurial — from traditional markets to today’s digital platforms,” said Oliver L. Valentin, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Philippine Branch Operations at LBC Express Inc.

Personal Collection Wins Best Employer Brand Awards in 2025

Receiving the award were CJ Kim Casupanan, Talent Acquisition Head and Anna Katrina Bersamin, Organizational Development Senior Director

Personal Collection (PC), a proudly Filipino-owned direct selling company, has been honored with the Philippines’ Best Employer Brand Award 2025 at the 20th Employer Branding Awards. This milestone recognizes PC’s unwavering commitment to building meaningful employee experiences that balance the needs of both the organization and its people.

The award celebrates the company’s mission of bringing the Great Life to everyone by creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.  

Schneider Electric’s Galaxy VXL UPS Delivers Scalable Power for Growing AI Power Demands

AI is reshaping the digital world, with its computing capacity expected to double approximately every 100 days, driving a projected 4.2-fold increase in data center power consumption between 2023 and 2028.

In response, Schneider Electric offers a compact, efficient, and AI-ready UPS solution called Galaxy VXL. 

Galaxy VXL helps customers meet growing compute requirements with greater agility, uptime, and environmental responsibility.

As artificial intelligence (AI) drives unprecedented growth in energy demand, Schneider Electric, the global leader in digital energy management and automation, is helping Philippine data centers future-proof their operations through energy intelligence. The company introduces the Galaxy VXL, a next-generation uninterruptible power supply (UPS) designed to support high-density AI workloads— delivering power protection, efficiency, and scalability in a compact footprint.

Shell Philippines Turns 3 Metric Tons of Plastic Waste Into Bike Racks for Sustainable Mobility Project

Shell Philippines has delivered a set of 110 bike racks made from 3,000 kg of plastic waste around Metro Manila and Southern Luzon as part of a unique activation to help encourage sustainable mobility and spotlight the power of the circular economy.

The Philippines has been hard hit by the plastic waste crisis which threatens the health of our planet.  The country’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Act, which requires large companies to recover 40% of their plastic packaging footprint in 2024, aims to encourage a circular economy for plastics to ensure waste doesn’t end up in nature. 

Me Time That Makes Mom Life Work: Anne Curtis on Maintaining Wellness While Doing It All

Anne Curtis has always embraced life on the go. As someone who wears many hats as an actress, host, entrepreneur, and hands-on mom, her schedule rarely slows down. With so much on her plate, she’s come to realize that feeling good inside is key to showing up fully—for work, for her family, and for herself.

One of her key wellness advocacies? Gut health.

“Sometimes, you don’t realize how important it is to take care of your gut,” Anne shares. “Feeling good inside your gut will make you feel and look better on the outside as well.”

As a self-confessed foodie and thrill-seeker at heart, Anne has always been open to trying new things, from sampling street food abroad to experimenting with recipes at home. But with that spirit of adventure comes the occasional tummy hiccup—those “oops” moments that can throw off your day. That’s why she’s learned how important it is to keep her tummy in check.  Whether she’s at home, on set, or across the globe, Anne believes that feeling good starts from within.