June 27, 2009, Posted by Percival Pelaez at 8:52 am
As of today, Center for Health Development Caraga reports one more laboratory confirmed influenza A(H1N1) case, bringing the total to two cases. These cases are now recovering and completing treatment in a designated referral center. This additional positive case is a nine year old female who is one of the close contacts of the first [...]
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June 25, 2009, Posted by Percival Pelaez at 6:12 pm
Kidney disease is on the rise here in Caraga Region based on the Department of Health Regional Office 2004 to 2008 statistics of patients who underwent dialysis treatment. Caraga Regional Hospital in Surigao City posted the highest number at 36, followed by 31 from Miranda Hospital, 22 from Butuan Doctors Hospital and 21 in MJ [...]
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June 22, 2009, Posted by Percival Pelaez at 10:02 am
The mere mention of swine flu (now called H1N1) is enough to give us the shivers. People are making a dash for the nearest clinic to get their flu shot. So, have you had your flu shot yet? Before you head out the door, read this: Last April 27, Time magazine came out with an [...]
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