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Medical Observer Wins Asian Award for Editorial Excellence

In what proved to be a David-beats-Goliath case for Philippine media, Medical Observer became the first Philippine publication to be recognized by the Society of Publishers in Asia (SOPA) in its annual Awards for Editorial Excellence held June 6 at the American Club, Hong Kong.

 

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A Bout of Flu

The flu virus thrives in humid conditions. It is therefore ironic … and lamentable… that our own tropical Philippines is without a clear anti-flu agenda. Every year, we suffer through flu outbreaks that take away many lives and man power. Shouldn't we start learning from our mistakes, and start taking the flu seriously?

 

In Focus

Bioterrorist

Infectious diseases, especially influenza, may very well have been history's most dangerous terrorists. By Paul de Guzman

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Flu Guardians

Mike Gomez writes about the intricate global system, of which the Philippines is a part, aimed to keep people as safe from the flu as possible.

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The Flu in Full Flight

The most well-publicized of the bird flu incidents was the one in Hong Kong in 1997, reports Lucio Victor Jr., but how potent is the threat of avian flu in people's lives?

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Bug Blockers

Lucio Victor Jr. enumerates the benefits of available vaccines in the fight against the flu.

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Down with the Flu

Once people believed the flu couldn't be treated; you just let it pass. Bernice Biong provides proof that the flu can indeed be treated.

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Pediatrics Observer

Not Child's Play

Michelle Ciriacruz discusses the importance of paying close attention to kids likely to suffer -- or already suffering from the flu.

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Pediatrics Frontiers

In what way do video games slow down the brain? This and more on the latest pediatrics research.

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Symposium Highlights

The Cornerstone of Vaccination

Immunology. Experts cite advantages of six-in-one formulation

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