Author: Mylene Orillo

I work as a consultant for charity office and a correspondent at The Manila Times. I am a former editor-in-chief of TravelPlus magazine, assistant editor of Zen Health, Health and Lifestyle, and DiabetEASE magazines, all published by FAME Publishing, Inc. I have a Bachelor of Arts, Major in Journalism degree at the University of Sto. Tomas in Espana, Manila Philippines; and I'm working towards finishing my thesis and earn my Master’s degree hopefully this year. Where I'm at right now is a testament that “Dreams really do come true.” I'd love to travel the world, settle down with the love of my life, have kids, and meet Prince William and Pope Francis someday.
Addressing depression in stroke, heart elderly patients
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Addressing depression in stroke, heart elderly patients

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It’s not unusual for depression and anxiety to occur in seemingly healthy young people, what more for a 60-plus-something-year-old patient who underwent major, life-changing health crises such as stroke or heart bypass surgery. “About one-third of stroke survivors suffer from post-stroke depression (PSD) and it is strongly associated with adverse impact on cognitive function and… Continue reading Addressing depression in stroke, heart elderly patients

Former PMA cadet shares his journey to becoming a warrior of God
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Former PMA cadet shares his journey to becoming a warrior of God

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John Raven Bernarte or “Raven” (as he’s fondly called) always wanted to enter the seminary and become a priest. Born to a family who regularly attends Sunday masses, Raven shared that as a kid, he’s always in awe whenever he saw priests wearing cassock or stole, celebrating mass, proclaiming the Good News, and teaching lay… Continue reading Former PMA cadet shares his journey to becoming a warrior of God

Mending a baby’s heart: Understanding Tetralogy of Fallot
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Mending a baby’s heart: Understanding Tetralogy of Fallot

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We all hope that our very own babies won’t get sick. But when a newborn baby is diagnosed with a life-threatening condition, no matter how early or late in pregnancy, it is already a loss that parents grieve. For Aries and Chillet Cabildo, there’s nothing more heartbreaking than discovering that their only child, Asher Carlos,… Continue reading Mending a baby’s heart: Understanding Tetralogy of Fallot

Bill eyes free outpatient services
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Bill eyes free outpatient services

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From Dasmariñas City, Cavite, 28-year-old Jovie Mae Pelere, parent to two children, brought her youngest child to the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) in Manila to get her checked for an ailment because they couldn’t afford the expensive consultation fee in the nearby hospital. “When we buy medicines outside, we are spending about P8,000. We are… Continue reading Bill eyes free outpatient services

New treatment offers hope for cancer
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New treatment offers hope for cancer

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Worldwide, nearly one in six deaths are caused by cancer-related illnesses. According to the World Health Organization, 70 percent of these deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. Besides personal acceptance, family issues, quality of life, and absence from work, cancer patients worry on how to sustain their expensive treatments to somehow survive or extend… Continue reading New treatment offers hope for cancer

How Grief Taught Me to Keep My Life Simple
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How Grief Taught Me to Keep My Life Simple

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When my nine-year-old niece died last August, I was devastated. For two years, our lives revolved around her. So when she died, something in us died as well – our hopes, our dreams, including our  drive, motivation and inspiration. Incidentally, my job contract expired a week before she died so I was given a chance… Continue reading How Grief Taught Me to Keep My Life Simple

Cancer cases in PH increasing
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Cancer cases in PH increasing

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In the Philippines, while the cost of medical care is low, funding medical expenses is difficult. This is perhaps one of the reasons why people are turning to charitable institutions to seek financial/medical assistance. No matter how rich they are, their bank savings will be drained if a patient had been staying in the hospital… Continue reading Cancer cases in PH increasing