My father is diabetic. He discovered it early on in his life, due to an accident. Though it was an unfortunate event, the discovery led him to do some lifestyle changes. Although he currently doesn’t need insulin shots, he is mindful of his diet and he regularly exercises to prevent complications. It’s good that he learned about his condition early on because now, he is able to manage his condition. Most Diabetes patients discover their condition late, especially for Type 2 Diabetes, which doesn’t show symptoms in the beginning. Through my father’s journey, we learned that diabetes is better treated with family support and proper education. Patients with Type 1…
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Dear Survivor: Crying is Your Right of Passage Through Midlife
Hello, Survivor! Yes, you! You go by many names… Mommy Ruby, Mommy Rubz, Pinay Mommy… yes, you! I know that life hasn’t been kind to you lately, but let me remind you that you have been here many times and more. Guess what? You are still standing strong. Or… you might have probably forgotten with all the chaos going on in your life and around the world. So, allow me to remind you… PROLOGUE Let’s forget about your failed marriage… how you succumb to oblivion for two years and not wanting to live. The time you are as sleep during day time because you want to avoid all people at…
