University teacher in trouble: Probe ongoing over tutor’s harmful remarks on mental health

Morexette Marie B. Erram 03/18/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – A teacher at a university here is in hot water over his controversial statements about mental health, which went viral on social media. Candice Gotianuy, president of the University of Cebu (UC), announced…

Why mental health is crucial in treating TB

Dexter Cabalza 03/18/2024

At 24, Eloisa Zepeda Teng began her career as an architect. In 2006, she was diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB). During her six-month treatment, she lost her sight. Her doctor said she had multidrug-resistant TB. Teng struggled with…

Oral health and mental health are more connected than you think

Pau Miranda 02/04/2024

A new report has found that oral health is indirectly connected to the mental well-being of older adults. A study by a team at Okayama University Hospital found that “good oral health may lower the risk of several diseases.”…

Police investigating death of teenager in Naga boardwalk

Futch Anthony Inso 01/11/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Police in the City of Naga in Cebu are investigating the death of a teenager who allegedly jumped off from the famous boardwalk on Wednesday afternoon, January 10, 2024. The victim’s name is being withheld…

Working night shift is associated with sleep disorders

12/09/2023

Working for unusual hours or night shifts can cause harm to one’s health and can increase the likelihood of developing sleep disorders, a new study revealed. “There is a lot of evidence that shift work reduces the…

SHS-G Batch ’99 Empowers Children’s Mental Health through Thought-Provoking Fundraiser Talk

Rashe Zoe Sophia Piquero 10/17/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Sacred Heart Hijas-Girls Batch 1999 will be having their 25th homecoming ceremony in 2024. To mark their silver year, the batch orchestrated a thought-provoking fundraising event on Saturday, October 14, which curated…

Cebu City Health Dep’t should have program for suicide prevention — dad

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 10/15/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu City Health Department should have a program for crisis intervention and suicide prevention to help those going through a mental health crisis. Councilor Rey Gealon wanted this to happen as he…

How to protect your mental health while reading news on war

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 10/15/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Reading news about war can sometimes take a toll on people’s mental health. When news about the Israel-Hamas war broke online, people who are reading information online could have had mixed emotions, especially…

Tips to lift your mood during those stressful times at work

Niña Mae Oliverio and Jessa Ngojo 10/12/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Here are some tips for balancing work and personal life to be able to stay both happy and productive. It is all about keeping your mind and body in good shape while doing…

Mental health must be top priority, says Cebu clinical psychologist

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 10/12/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Our mental health takes a beating in a fast-paced environment. Unfortunately, most people are never aware of this. In an interview with a clinical psychologist in Cebu City, she shared with CDN Digital…

Mental health woes: DOH-7 urges public to call hotlines when they need help

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 10/11/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Department of Health in Central Visayas encourages those, who feel down or depressed or who want someone to talk to, to call the health agency’s hotlines (see photo for the hotline numbers)…

Mandaue eyes full implementation of Mental Health Ordinance in brgys, workplaces

Mary Rose Sagarino 09/07/2023

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – Psychological intervention programs and mental health advocacies will already be made available in the 27 barangays and different workplaces in Mandaue City with the full implementation of the city’s Mental Health Ordinance. The…

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