Blogpost 0020: PHAREX ensures every loved one's safety with every medication

The idea of close family ties is widespread among Filipinos as evidenced in their habits and practices. Filipinos value the concept of extended families with in-laws living in one household or overseas workers who overcome loneliness in order to support the family or of caring for the elderly members at home instead of packing them off to a hospice for the aged. But more importantly, family members care about their loved ones’ health as much as they care of their own.

Filipinos show concern for the people they love most, especially the elderly, by taking care of them when they are sick. Health concerns are usually discussed with the trusted members of the family for motivation to recover and further assistance. Indeed, oftentimes, family members come together in nursing a sickly member back to health or when paying medical bills.

Other than ensuring that their loved ones’ health are monitored, family members actively see to it that medical regimens are maintained so that they get well, expenses do not get aggravated or hospitalizations are minimized or avoided altogether.

In order to help Filipinos take better care of their loved ones, Pharex HealthCorp—the most prescribed unibranded generic medicines—has long advocated the importance of adhering to prescribed medication. This is why the Pharex 15-day Compliance Pouch or Pharex CP15 was launched. This innovative product aims to assist patients to better adhere to their treatment regimen.

“We see how individuals put importance to family and their health. And with this, we want people to know that Pharex is one with them in the care for their elder family members,” said Tomas Marcelo Agana III, President and CEO of Pharex.

The company has been in the service of Filipinos for more than 25 years, showing sincere concern for their families by providing anti-infective and chronic care drugs, as well as, vitamins.

“In line with our support to disseminate the essence of compliance, we make sure that our medicines are affordable and accessible without compromising on quality. This is our mission: to promote strict compliance to medication for recovery and a better quality of life,” Agana added.

Pharex CP15 are all available in any leading drugstores. For more details, kindly contact 433-8088 (local 820).

Blogpost 018: OCTOBERPETSIVAL a Celebration of Health for Pet Lovers

This year, pet lovers will once again celebrate the annual “Petsival,” event in Imus, Cavite. Just like the previous successful events organized by the local Veterinary Office of Imus, here comes again the most awaited pet event of the year!
Last 2014, Cavite Pet Depot in coordination with the local Veterinary Service Office of Imus sponsored “Octobepetstival 2014,” event. The program promotes awareness on the advocacy of “Rabies free city 2020.” A number of eager sponsors who took part in the program were Vitality, Pedigree, Royal Canine, Doggies Choice, Companion pet, Vitakraft and many more.
The event showcased different pet health activities and shows like, free rabies shot, pet blessing, K-9 agility show and dog show.
This yearly event aims to promote rabies eradication, for the statistics dictates that most families in Imus, Cavite at present has at least 1 pet in their home.

Year after year, this program proves to be successful, earning successful results and a growing family of pet lovers as well.
What is in store for you?

Last September 7, 2016, the event began with a series of seminars about rabies eradication. It is followed by a vaccination drive which happened last September 24, 2016, providing more than 500 plus shots for all pet lovers who came to the event. This is truly a record breaking event!

There were also free consultations for dog and cat lovers and a de-worming program as well.
The most awaited grand celebration which will be held on October 22 will include an owner and dog run which is truly what dog lovers awaits. It will be held at IMUS SPORTS COMPLEX, instead of the original venue which is in Vermosa Daang Hari and activity will start at 2pm. A series of dog shows, pet blessing ceremony and many more!
So, all you pet lovers out there, do not miss out on this sought after pet event of the year! We will see you there!

Attached herein is the race kit is the sample singlet which you can choose from either SET 1 which include your furbaby and SET 2 which is you want to join eventhough its just yourself. I have also attached the location map as your guide. You can register on the day of the event itself or you can go to Cavite Pet Depot to register and get your singlet for you and yiur furbaby instantly....

Blogpost 0017 : PLDT: Why technology helps you to become a better mom??

Modern-day mom Regine Velasquez on peace of mind at home: “Technology helps me become a better mom.”

Nate Alcasid sporting his favorite gadget, the Smart Watch from PLDT HOME

Regine and Nate enjoy bonding over the Telpad

Moms are super women.

Aside from being the driving force of the household, many moms also play different roles in the work place and in the community. They are the ultimate multi-taskers, often having to sacrifice ‘me’ time for the sake of the family.

Balancing multiple responsibilities is a challenge, even for the toughest moms, but what’s probably most difficult is achieving peace of mind especially when they have to be away from the young ones.

What’s a mom got to do?

The answer is technology. These days, smart gadgets and high-speed internet can empower moms to be in control of the family’s safety and security.

Just ask Asia’s Songbird and modern-day mom Regine Velasquez – Alcasid. Mom to four-year-old Nathaniel James, more fondly known as Nate, Regine exemplifies the modern-day Filipino mom who strikes the balance between her hectic work schedule and her role as a family woman.

“Technology helps me become a better mom,” she revealed. “Specifically, I get a lot of help from PLDT HOME.” Regine, who is also an ambassador for the brand, added, “They have a suite of products and services that are designed to give moms like me peace of mind through the power of technology. So far, super helpful talaga siya for me especially when I have to be away for work.”

Forefront of strongest connections at home

As the leader in digital innovations for the home, PLDT HOME designs its products and services to help parents like Regine effectively multi-task while ensuring the safety of their families. Two products which promote peace of mind among working moms are the Fam Cam and Smart Watch.

The Fam Cam is a home monitoring system which allows parents to check on their children remotely, and even communicate with them. The Smart Watch, a personal favorite of Nate, is a multi-functional gadget which kids can use to take photos, play music, and even record voice messages.

According to Regine, they use the Smart Watch to easily talk to Nate because he can directly answer calls using his watch when it is connected to their Telpad or a smart phone. The Alcasids also use it as a WiFi remote for the Telpad or smart phone cameras so it’s easier to take selfies or groufies wherever they are.

Regine also shared how the watch helps teach Nate to become more responsible and aware of his surroundings. Nate’s Smart Watch can come to the rescue using the anti-lost feature. He simply has to click on a button and the connected device will make a sound so it can be located. The Smart Watch will also vibrate if Nate goes more than 10 meters away from the paired device so if the Telpad or smart phone is with Mommy Regine or Daddy Ogie, it will remind him to go back to them.

“Nate really loves his Smart Watch,” Regine said. “As a parent, this is a gadget na approve sa akin kasi I can really see that it helps us bond better as a family.”

New members of the PLDT HOME family

Following his mother’s footsteps, Nate was recently launched as the new ambassador for the Smart Watch.

“We’re very excited to have Nate on board,“ PLDT VP and Home Marketing Director Gary Dujali said. “He represents the kids of his generation—perennially curious, smart and dynamic. Together with his mom, we look forward to reaching to more families and educating them about the ways technology can help bring them closer.”

Regine added, “Siyempre, I’m super proud of my baby boy! PLDT HOME is close to our hearts and as a family, we are proof that technology can really help make our lives safer and easier.”

PLDT HOME subscribers who upgrade to a Telpad plan automatically get a free 1Mbps HOME DSL speed boost, and for only an additional P199 per month, they can already top up with a Smart Watch. The watch is also available to existing Telpad subscribers. Simply order online and it will be delivered for free. For more information, visit pldthome.com/telpad/smartwatch.

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Event 010: CHICDRIVEN : Women Empowerment Expo

The Chicdriven Women Empowerment Expo will have its second leg on October 1&2 at the Alabang Town Center, Muntinlupa.  Coming from its successful first leg at the Glorietta Activity Center, where there were free seminars and workshops aimed to help women achieve work-life balance and which was attended by almost 2000 participants.

Presented by Mazda Philippines and Shell Fuel Save, the 2-day expo will focus on home and the heart. The seminars will focus on the different aspects of home and family relationship-improvement. Free breast cancer screening will be conducted in cooperation with Zonta Club Alabang and the Gender and Development Office of Muntinlupa.  

The Chicdriven Women Empowerment Expo is organized by Jeanette Ipapo –Tuason, who authors the Chicdriven column in the Philippine Daily Inquirer and website of the same name. Together with host and actor Issa Litton, they bring together passionate individuals to share, empower and inspire women to “have It all”.

On Saturday, October 1, the program will start with a talk on the importance of breast self-examination, and how early detection is your best protection, to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It will be facilitated by Zonta Club of Alabang and the Gender and Development Office of Muntinlupa.

It will be followed by the Better You seminar focusing on health and beauty with Calyxta Art Director Margaux Cortez and L’Oreal Chief Make Up Artist Verna Marin. Bikini Athlete and health advocate Hilary Isaac will talk about fitness.

At 3pm, Home Hacks presented by PLDT home, features “Mothers Who Brunch” duo Michelle Aventajado and Sabrina Go. PSST.ph Editor-in-chief Kathy Kenny Ngo will be joiningAnOunceOfFaith.com author Monique Ong, who will talk about relationships and marriage.

Champion racecar driver and Tuason Racing School President JP Tuason will conduct the Road Safety Seminar Powered by Mazda. The seminar aims to make audiences become empowered road users by being disciplined drivers will follow at 6pm.

On October 2, Parenting in the Digital Age Seminar will be the first on stage with Michele Alignay, Psychologist & Co-Author of “Growing Up Wired” and

Dazzle Ng of the theAsianparent.com.  The seminar aims to help parents cope up with today’s fast-paced lifestyle and how to make technology an ally in molding the next generation.

Teens and young women will be the audience for the “I Love Me” seminar presented by PH care and Ponds Anti Acne. It features TV Host & Athlete, Gretchen Ho, TV presenter, musician and Radio DJ Joyce Pring, and Marianne Mencias, the author of “What’s Your Life’s Masterpiece?” This seminar aims to empower young women to be confident and not succumb to the pressures of highly sexualized media and society. 

Miriam Quiambao-Roberto, TV Host & Entrepreneur and Jane Kingsu-Cheng, Editor-in-chief of Working Mom Magazine will join forces to discuss a homemakers point-of-view on Financial Wellness.

Capping the event is a Parent and Child fashion show presented by Gap and Butterfly Twists. The Expo is also supported by Alabang Town Center, Ayala Malls, Philippine Daily Inqurier, Foil-A-Car, PLDT Home, L’Oreal Paris, Standard Insurance. With media partners: Metro, Metro Society, Working Mom, Chalk, Lifestyle, theAsianparent.com, Calyxta, PSST.ph, MommyMundo, and MONEYWISE TV.

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