Kris Aquino shares health update and reveals break-up with Mel Sarmiento

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Maritess, how's love & life in the time of a pandemic? Love in time of pandemic is sharing love around your bubble. 

Mel Sarmiento is nowhere to be seen on Kris Aquino’s Instagram page right now, after the Queen of All Media seemingly deleted all her fiancé’s photos from her account.

And true enough, may hiwalayan nga! 

Kris has finally broken her silence with a post seeking to address all rumors about why she deleted photos of Mel Sarmiento on her Instagram account. 

Kris also disclosed that her health has continued to deteriorate, saying she will soon fly abroad to get tested and find answers for her autoimmune conditions.

"I have accepted the TRUTH, many complications from having autoimmune may arise, especially because I am immunocompromised and we have been forced to live with a nearly two-year worldwide pandemic," she said.

'I do love you, but I guess this is goodbye,' Mel Senen Sarmiento tells Kris Aquino in a text message.

"[I] accept the fact that I already have a bubble fatigue and I will not be able to, sad to say, be able to continue living in a bubble [...] I cannot in conscience be able to accept that something will happen to you brought about my going out of the bubble," Sarmiento said.

"I will always cherish in my heart the happy moments we had together. I do love you, but I guess this is goodbye for your life is of greatest importance given that you have Bimby and Josh to take care of. You will forever be in my heart," his message added.

Aquino also disclosed that her health has continued to deteriorate, saying she will soon fly abroad to get tested and find answers for her autoimmune conditions. 

"I have accepted the TRUTH, many complications from having autoimmune may arise, especially because I am immunocompromised and we have been forced to live with a nearly two-year worldwide pandemic," she said. 

Aquino stressed that this will be the last time anyone will hear anything from her about Sarmiento, as she wants to "preserve whatever dignity [she] has left." She also asked for privacy and respect especially with her fight for her health.

Medyo mababaw yung dahilan --hindi maisakripisyo ang paglabas-labas?? Kahit hindi na for Kris' safety eh.. just the fact na may pandemya pa? Okay... but I guess hindi niya ganun kamahal si Kris, hindi sya maka-commit to care for her so he took the out he was offered (via Viber pa talaga). Hay naku Mel, magsama kayo ni Gwyneth. Mga layas kayo!

Akala ko pa naman sabi ni Kris si Mel na yung “Cory Aquino niya” kasi siya parang si Ninoy. Happy pa naman ako for them.. akala ko eto na finally.

Aquino announced her engagement with Sarmiento in October last year, calling him an “overall good and patient man.” Sarmiento, for his part, previously declared that he will spend the rest of his life with Aquino. 

Kris Aquino have been through so much. But one thing is consistent… she always prioritize her sons more than anything else.

Get well soon Kris! 

Paracetamol trending due to shortage is alarming

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We've seen reports of pharmacies running out of stock ng lagundi syrup/capsule and paracetamol.

It's alarming that Biogesic is trending and there's a shortage of analgesics and cough & cold meds.

However, "There is no shortage of paracetamol in the country", Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez assured the public.

Just in case there is truth in the shortage, here are a few reminders:

1. Paracetamol (Biogesic) is to be taken every 4-6 hours or as needed for fever. When it comes to buying Biogesic, it pays to distinguish the authentic from the counterfeit. Be in the know at all time.

2. Neozep and Bioflu are the same. These formulations are to be taken every 6 hours. Neozep and Bioflu already have paracetamol in them so no need to take paracetamol. Overdose po yun. Overdose may lead to kidney failure.

Both Neozep and Bio Flu are the same drugs, they are the same Paracetamol-Phenylephrine Chlorphenamine Maleate at nagkaiba lang sa brand name

Both Alaxan and Medicol have Ibuprofen and they are both anti inflammatory drugs

Stop taking antibiotics without doctor's prescription

These drugs, once taken in huge amount may lead to liver failure as cancer, avoid drinking alcohol while taking these drugs as alcohol once combined with paracetamol will create a toxic chemical enough to destroy the function of the liver. Prolonged, unsupervised intake of these medications could cause acute liver failure.

3. Meds for dry cough and productive (with phlegm) are different.

4. Drink plenty of water!!

Kalma! Hindi po 'yan nilalaklak ha.

For everyone's info, the recommended dosage: For adults is to take 500mg tablet once every 4-6 hours as needed.

It's always best pa din to consult a doctor!

I hope that there won't be a market price spike similar to face masks before.

Sana walang mag-hoard ng meds at ibebenta ng mahal.

A lot of people are experiencing COVID-like symptoms too.

Praying for everyone's safety and healing.

Generic paracetamol works better for me. Seems like branded ones have lesser content of active ingredients.

Home made is more helpful.. drink a lot of water guys. Reminder lang na hindi yan COVID. Huwag agad magpanic! Normal lang maka ubo at sipon sa panahong abnormal ang climate natin.. so kung kaya ng home remedies gora!!

Here's a list of herbal medicines we recommend to peasant masses. And how to prepare it at home.

Lagundi syrup
- usually used to treat respiratory infection, esp cough (due to colds and/or flu) and asthma.
- you can purchase Lagundi leaves online.
- Prepare decoction by boiling the leaves.

 

Ginger/Turmeric tea with calamansi and/or honey

This blend is among the best alternative for anti-inflammatory remedy. Bukod sa available siya sa kusina.

 

Ampalaya leaves

- for those with cough and fever, you may also try drinking a spoonful of grounded and juiced ampalaya leaves every day
- very effective ito sa mga bata sa community

Oregano leaves
- boiled oregano leaves help relieve cough and cold
- it also helps in indigestion.
- it's usually available in someone's backyard

Pandan leaves
- Helps reduce fever
- relieves cough and cold
- aids stomach spasms
- recommended din ito sa mga bagong panganak para mas mabilis na gumaling.

 
Malunggay leaves
- Boiled malunggay leaves contain immune boosting nutrients used in sickness recovery.
- you may also try boiling it with honey and calamansi to treat cough and asthma
- for those who are having a hard time sleeping, you may also try this

Gumamela leaves and flower
- used to treat cough, fever and sore throat
- To make a decoction from wash gumamela flower and/or leaves, cut into small pieces and boil
- to treat headache, boil flower and/or plant to soften it then pound it. apply directly to your skin.

Most of the plants shared here are very common so you can avail it as soon as you need it. Maraming iba pang gamit ang mga masa, laluna sa iba't ibang region.

Pero best treatment pa rin ang wakasan na ang tiranong rehimen. So we can all have a brighter hope in the future.

And most importantly, at this point na wala namang mai-offer ang gubyerno, share your herbs sa mga neighbors and those in need!

Ngayong uso ang ubo, sipon, at lagnat, paalala lang:

1. Huwag pagsabayin ang Paracetamol (Biogesic) sa mga cough&cold preps na may laman na ring Paracetamol (Neozep, Decolgen) - overdose abot niyan

2. Kung may highblood o condition sa puso, iwasan ang mga cough&cold prep na may phenylephrine or phenylpropanolamine (Neozep, Decolgen), vasocontrictors yan na nagpapasikip ng mga ugat

3. Kung iinom ng antihistamine para sa sipon (Cetirizine, Diphenhydramine, Chlorphenamine na nakikita sa Decolgen, Neozep at iba pa), iwasan magdrive o gumamit ng makinarya - nakakaantok yan sila at baka maka-aksidente

4. Hindi automatic ang antibiotics para sa ubo, sipon, o lagnat. May inaayunang mikrobyo ang antibiotics, at di lahat ng ubo, sipon, o lagnat ay dala ng mikrobyo. Doktor mo ang makakasuri niyan.

5. Malaking bagay ang pag-inom ng tubig kaakibat ng mga gamot sa lagnat, ubo, at sipon.

Magpapawis ka sa paracetamol - tubig
Matutunaw ang plema sa mga mucolytics (ambroxol, carbo/acetylcytseine) - tubig
Matutuyo ang ilong at lalamunan sa antihistamines - tubig

If u r Covid+:

Don't seek hospital admission right away.
Stay calm. Monitor temperature. Oxygen levels once or twice daily unless low.

Take paracetamol for fever. Seek help if not coming down or low oxygen

Self isolate, use n95 masks, ventilate room. Rest.

Break transmission.

I would like to point out that this may not be complied 100%. There are some situations that may go against these warnings. Doctors always weigh the risks and benefits during prescribing.

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Sharing some of the possible areas where you can get free RT PCR (or lower price of the test than the usual).

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DOTr directs bus companies, PUV operators and transport terminals in NCR to impose tighter health protocols

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The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Sunday, 02 January 2022, directed bus companies, PUV operators and transport terminals in the National Capital Region (NCR) to impose tighter health protocols as the region was placed under Alert Level 3 starting today, 3 January 2022 until 15 January 2022 following a spike in COVID-19 cases.In its memorandum issued on 02 January 2022, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) reminded land-based transportation stakeholders to closely supervise their drivers and conductors, and ensure that they strictly adhere to health protocols particularly the 70% maximum passenger capacity public utility vehicles (PUVs).

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) likewise issued a memorandum dated 2 January, calling on PUV operators, drivers and passengers to follow the 7 Commandments for Public Transport and to observe the 70% maximum passenger capacity order in PUVs.

The LTFRB warned that the non-observance of health protocols onboard PUVs or a violation the 70% maximum passenger capacity order are considered violations of franchise conditions. Penalties for violating PUV franchise conditions range from hefty fines to the impounding of the involved PUV.

The LTFRB also warned PUV drivers who will not enforce the 70 percent maximum passenger capacity rule, as well as the strict health protocols in their vehicles, that their driver’s licenses may be suspended. Erring drivers may also face additional criminal complaints.

Transportation Secretary Art Tugade explained that the 70% maximum passenger capacity will remain in NCR to keep pace with the demand for public transport services.

Secretary Tugade pointed out that any adjustments or changes of the allowable maximum passenger capacity in public transportation will be subject to the guidance of the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF).

“With the continued rise of COVID-19 cases in NCR, the DOTr enjoins our land-based transport operators to remind passengers to strictly observe minimum health protocols and ensure that the maximum allowable passenger capacity is followed,” Transportation Secretary Art Tugade said.

“We cannot let our guard down. Following the government’s minimum health protocol is for our greater good. We must remain vigilant so we can reverse the uptick of cases in the country,” Tugade added.

DOTr Assistant Secretary for Road Transport and Infrastructure Mark Steven Pastor said road sector agencies will focus on the enforcement of the 70% seating capacity,

“The DOTr Road Sector will make sure that the maximum passenger capacity is strictly followed. As COVID-19 cases increase in the NCR, we are urging our transport stakeholders, especially the riding public, to observe health protocols, and to be wary of PUVs not following the allowable capacity. This is the only way we can help in reducing the number of infections,” Asec. Pastor explained.

Meanwhile, Secretary Tugade urged the public to cooperate in strictly following the 7 Commandments for Public Transport upon the recommendations of health experts.

1. Wear face masks;
2. No talking and making phone calls;
3. No eating;
4. Keep public utility vehicles well ventilated;
5. Conduct of frequent disinfection;
6. No passengers with COVID-19 symptoms are to be allowed inside the public transportation;
7. Observe appropriate physical distancing rule

“It is the responsibility of each individual to comply with this requirement. These 7 Commandments for Public Transport create a sense of Bayanihan among us Filipinos, which is needed in the fight against the pandemic,” Sec. Tugade said.