Family members will always support each other whatever path they take, each and one will surely take time to help everyone. It's family first!

One interesting example is the father and son tag team of Sen. JV Ejercito and Jose Emilio. A proof that they value every member of their family because they really assist each other. The act of Jose Emilio representing him during the birthday celebration of Sen Win Gatchalian is just one of them.

During the event, Emilio delivered a speech concerning his father's devotion to public service and explained further more the importance of the Universal Health Care Act.

This is what you call a father and son tandem. They will surely support each other, especially when there are people in need. Valuing what is valuable. 

Yes, Arjo Atayde is in demand and there are five (5) things to learn why he is in demand and five things to know how in demand he is.  Recently, this versatile actor has his main reasons to boast about his career.  The blooming career and the expounding name in showbiz.

So, what are these five (5) things to learn of him being in demand.

1. Great and versatile actor.
2. He is the subject of interest recently.
3. His professional attitude towards work.
4. He loves his craft very much.
5. He enjoys working.

Now that you know my thoughts why he is in demand, let us now know the proof of him being in demand.

1. First is his iWant project entitled BAGMAN where he described his character as one of the wildest role he portrayed. ( I will definitely watch this on iWant)

2. His character in General's Daughter as Elay, of which I watch it every night. He is really into his character and played it very well.

3. His family is his inspiration. Like what he said, everything he does is for their future. He always include his family whatever and whichever path he takes.

4. His Love life i guess, which is now actually on "Dating Status" and that's according to him.


5. His latest movie "Stranded", which I am so excited to watch in the cinema. On his latest film "Stranded" he plays a new role. A character from being a contrabida to a happy-go-lucky personality in this romantic movie. Catch and fall in love with Arjo Atayde in the film showing on April 10 in cinemas nationwide!

Calling all Mommies and Daddies with very talented kids! This is the time for your kids to shine as SM Supermalls open the audition for SM Little stars 2019. Parents like us are very supportive whatever our children wants to be. So, if you think that your kids are talented join now!
For over 12 years of celebrating talented Filipino Kids, SM Supermalls unboxes a bigger and more exciting SM Little Stars as the Kiddie-talent search gives away over P9.5 million woh of prizes, including 2 brand new Chevrolet Sail, trips for 2 China, National University college scholarships an exclusive contract with Regal Artist Management, and P100,000 worht of SM and SM GCs.

"Through SM Little Stars, we celerate our commitment to making mall-going experiences fun, nurturing, and rewarding for the whole family, and to spark moments that kids will treasure today and in the coming years," said Jonjon San Agustin, SM Supermalls SVP for marketing.

The kids will get the chance to be trained by celebrity mentors and entertainment gurus in a series of workshops to develop their talent, boost their confidence, and encourage them to make new friends with other participants.

SM Little Star achievers who are now making waves in showbiz include 2016 Boy Grand WQinner Marcus Cabais, who exhibits talent as a movie and theater actor, playing the role of the Young Simba at The Lion King The Musical. While 2014 Girl Grand Winner Chun Sa Jung wins fans with her acting prowess as a mainstay of a kiddie comedy show on TV.

Joining the celebrated kids is 2013 Boy Grand Winner Nhikzy Calma who was awarded as WCOPA Junior Grand Champion Performer of the World in 2017 and has now become part of pirmetime variety shows. Not to be missed is 2016 Girl Grand Winner turned commercial model Sheena Kiirsten Bentoy who plays as the Young Nala in Disney's The Lion King The Musical Asian Tour.

Let your kids shine at this year's SM Little Stars! Auditions start on April 6 in select SM Malls nationwide. For more information, visit www.smlittlestars.com.ph

Whatever your skin color, it does really matter. We are created equal and created with different beauty. This is one of the brand that talks about the beauty of people and the choices being made. Whatever your choice it's all about beauty.



One would wonder why a skin whitening brand such as SkinWhite would dare to say that dark skin is beautiful. “It’s all about choice”, says Rachelle Layda, Marketing Manager for Whitening of Splash Corporation. “SkinWhite is a brand that empowers women to choose. A choice to define their own standard of beauty. If you choose to have dark skin, you are beautiful. If you choose to have white skin, you are just as beautiful. The choice is yours, and SkinWhite respects that choice”.


This inclusivity is refreshing and speak volumes, especially at a time when shaming and bullying is prevalent across social media. Bashers and haters abound online with no agenda but to shame in all forms and ways – body-shaming, hair-shaming, race-shaming, gender-shaming, and yes, also skin-shaming. “This is precisely the stigma that we wish to change. Skin color should not be about one being better than the other”, adds Pam Sulit, Splash Corporation’s VP for Marketing.


“White and dark are both beautiful.” confirms Rachel Villanueva, Creative Director of Petch & Partners, the creative agency that created this campaign for SkinWhite. She continues, “It’s about time that dark skin and white skin get the same adoration and acknowledgment.”



There has never been an outright claim that DARK IS BEAUTIFUL. And for the statement to come from a skin whitening brand, it should be easy for others to follow suit. And for those who choose that WHITE IS BEAUTIFUL, there’s due acknowledgement that they’re simply taking control of their beauty too. And why not? Wear your skin, whichever way you choose. Because DARK OR WHITE, YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL.

Watch the new SkinWhite ad

When you see the logo of Jack 'n Jill you'll definitely know its fun and even more exciting if it's a Cream-O. This summer Jack 'n Jill will feed you summer with fun and exciting activity at another Cream-O Flix Fest.
 Celebrating its third year, Cream-O Flix Fest once again invites all Cream-Oholics to another exciting outdoor cinema experience. Themed “Collect Happiness”, Cream-O Flix Fest will celebrate a common love for movies, playing games, and eating their favorite chocolate cookies on April 6, 2019, at the Quezon Memorial Circle, from 3pm onwards. The event is free and open to the public.

A lineup of blockbuster movies presented by Cream-O awaits attendees in the outdoor movie marathon. Join the adventures of Marvel Comics’ mutants in X-Men Apocalypse; follow the comedic antics of beloved Po in Kung Fu Panda 3; and sing-along to the songs of The Greatest Showman.

Cream-O goes all-out in bringing next level fun to this unique one-of-a-kind event. Aside from the film showing, live music performances and raffle giveaways, there are activity booths that will surely make everyone’s experience more awesome and memorable. Take a photo with friends and family in the colorful Cream-O-OOTD booth, challenge your movie knowledge in the Cream-O Movie Combo, unleash your creativity in the Happiness Studio, and test your luck in the Pachink-O and Tic-Tac-O game.

Not to be missed is Cream-Ofied Creations, a crowd-favorite activity where everyone can customize their own Cream-O in four easy steps: (1) choose a Cream-O cookie variant, (2) dip it in chocolate, jam, or peanut butter (3) sprinkle your choice of toppings and (4) drizzle with your favorite kind of syrup.

Spread the excitement with your friends and family using #CreamOholics and #CreamOFlixFest2019 and get ready to collect happiness with your favorite Cream-O cookies. Follow Cream-O on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at “/creamoholicsph” for latest updates.

This is another TV Series or teleserye that will get viewers stay on their seats. Bihag is GMA Network's new action mystery, suspense and drama series on its Afternoon Prime. There's too many emotions that will be felt as you, viewers, watch this teleserye. Getting the chance to watch the pilot episode touched my heart, not just because of it being a drama but for the reason that I'm a mother also. I will protect my son as long as I can and up to any point of my life. I'm sure parents like me will be moved by this teleserye and they will love more their family.

Kapuso viewers are in for a thought-provoking tale of how one mistake can lead to another as the program features the stellar performances of the network's prime stars: Max Collins as Jessie, a
simple and loving wife and mother; Mark Herras as SPO1 Larry Pineda, an honest police officer and Jessie's high school classmate; Jason Abalos as Brylle, Jessie's perfect husband who is a pediatric surgeon; Neil Ryan Sese as Amado, a short-tempered man who mourns the loss of his daughter; Sophie Albert as Reign, the woman who will come between Jessie and Brylle.

Kapuso child star Raphael Landicho plays the role of Ethan, Jessie and Brylle's cheerful and cute son.

Jessie, Brylle, and their son Ethan is the image of a happy family. Jessie is a loyal wife who chose to be a stay-at-home mommy blogger. Brylle, on the other hand, is a pediatric surgeon and her faithful husband. But when an unfortunate hostage-taking involving their son happens, lives are lost, betrayal arises, and soon they find themselves and their perfect family falling apart.

Innocent lives will be ruined and everything Jessie has will be taken away from her. How far will she go to take back what is rightfully hers?




The show's creative team is composed of Creative Director Aloy Adlawan; Creative Consultant Kit Villanueva-Langit; Concept Creator and Headwriter Suzette Doctolero; writers Zita Garganera, Jason John Lim, and John Roque; and brainstormers Honey Hidalgo and Brylle Tabora.

The original series, created by the GMA Drama group is headed by the SVP for Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable, VP for Drama Redgie A. Magno, AVP for Drama Cheryl Ching-Sy, Senior Program Manager Redgynn S. Alba and Executive Producer KJ Corpus.

Bihag is under the helm of esteemed director Neal del Rosario.

Don't miss the world premiere of Bihag this April 1, Mondays to Fridays, on GMA Afternoon Prime.

After unveiling two of the most innovative mid range smartphones, Vivo is finally making the V15 and V15 Pro available in the local market, and in truly more convenient ways!

The innovative mobile phone developer will start offering the Vivo V15 on March 30, while the more powerful V15 Pro will hit stores on April 12. Both handset models will be available at all participating stores located at shopping nationwide.

To enable more Filipinos to get their hands on the V15 and V15 Pro and enjoy its 32MP Elevating Selfie Camera, Ultra FullView™ Display, and 48MP AI Triple Camera, Vivo will offer the smartphones at 0% interest. This applies to 6-9 months installment payments using major credit cards and Home Credit.

Aside from the incredible offer, Vivo is also giving away a set of exclusive perks for those who make advance orders of its latest flagship mid range smartphones.

Customers who pre-order the V15 smartphone in stores and online until March 29 can get an NBA Premium Gift Set of a Bluetooth speaker and premium NBA Case while those who pre-order the V15 Pro online until April 11 can score a JBL Clip 3 portable Bluetooth speaker.
Those who place an advance order on either the V15 or V15 Pro will get an extended 6 months phone warranty and can also avail of a screen protection warranty, wherein they will only need to pay P500 to have their damaged or broken screens replaced within 6 months from receiving their pre-ordered units. To pre-order the Vivo V15 and V15 Pro today, visit https://vivoglobal.ph/v15preorder/.

So, what are you waiting for? Get ready to score the Vivo V15 and V15 Pro at 0% interest when they come up at Vivo outlets and participating mobile phone stores nationwide and watch out for more exciting freebies!

You can now easily get your hands on the V15 and V15 Pro as they will be available at 0% interest at all participating stores nationwide.

As the government intensifies the implementation of its family planning program in the next four years, much more needs to be done to educate Filipinos about the importance of reproductive health and to correct the misconceptions about modern contraception.

Despite the availability and accessibility of different types of contraceptive methods, accelerating the acceptance and utilization is still hindered by misconceptions and lack of knowledge on modern contraception.

“Following the launch of the first World Contraception Day Philippines in 2018, we want to continue the conversation to empower and educate Filipino women and couples to make informed choices about their reproductive and sexual health,” said JunIl Kim, Country Division Head, Bayer Pharmaceuticals.

Among the types of modern contraceptives, the pill, Intrauterine System (IUS), female sterilization, contraceptive patch and injection are the most effective types of interventions with ~99% efficacy, when administered correctly and used with 100% accuracy. However, male condom, fertility awareness trackers and withdrawal method remain to be the most commonly used with approximately 72-82% efficacy. [i]

Earlier, the government has announced the implementation of an intensified family planning program nationwide targeting 11.3 million women over the next four years. This is to increase the usage of contraceptives among Filipinos from 40 percent to 65 percent.

Via Antonio, actress and comedian, talked about her own experiences in pursuit of better reproductive and physical health, “In this day and age, reproductive health remains to be a taboo topic, even among women. Many are using contraception for various reasons yet no one is openly talking about it. The stigma on birth control is alive.”

Dr. Amity Casurao-Trono, Obstetrician and Gynecologist at St. Luke’s Medical Center Q.C and Rizal Medical Center, shed light on the myths and misconceptions about modern contraceptives during her “Pillowtalk” session held in Makati City.

In 2018, an estimated 25.8% or 7.1 million Filipinas aged 15-49, are using modern contraception, an increase of 1.2 million since 2012.[ii]

Oral contraceptives or the pill remains to be one of the most effective and preferred form of modern contraception among Filipinas because they are convenient, non-invasive and reversible. It comes in two types --- the combined oral contraceptive (COC) pill, which contains both progestin and estrogen hormones and the Mini Pill or progestin-only pill (POP).

Progestin is the main contraceptive ingredient that prevents ovulation, thins out the uterine lining and thickens cervical mucus such that sperm cannot pass through. Ethinyl estradiol, the synthetic female hormone, stabilizes the endometrium and enhances the action of progestin.

Dr. Casurao-Trono clarified and put sense into the most prevalent myths about the use of COCs.

Pills do not cause birth defects: No adverse effects were observed when COCs were accidentally taken during early pregnancy. Past COC use is not associated with an increase in spontaneous abortions.[iii]

Pills do not increase cancer risk: Studies have not established strong and direct links between breast cancer and pill usage. In fact, the risk of cancer lowered with COC use. It reduces risks for certain cancers such as ovarian cancer (~40% lower), endometrial cancer (~50% lower) and colorectal cancer (~20% lower)[iv]. However, it does not protect from sexually transmitted diseases.

Pills do not make you infertile: 21% of women get pregnant after one month of stopping taking COCs and 79% get pregnant after one year of stopping.[v]

Pills, depending on the formulation and indication, also treat a variety of hormone-related conditions and imbalances such as hyperandrogenism, premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), a severe and debilitating form of PMS. Over 88% of women receiving COCs report no adverse effects.[vi]

Aside from preventing unintended pregnancies, selected COC pills offer added benefits beyond contraception such as reducing estrogen-related fluid retention and bloating because of its anti-mineralocorticoid property. It regulates hormonal problems such as acne, facial hair and hair loss due to its anti-androgenic quality. Some COC pills also come in a 24/4 regimen that promotes user compliance. Despite its additional benefits, OB-GYNs highly recommend women to go on a healthy diet and take regular exercise to achieve the desired results.

Like any other medication, it comes with some common side effects such as nausea, breast tenderness and headache, which are tolerable.[vii]

Some contraindications to taking the pills are presence or history of Deep Vein Thrombosis, Pulmonary Embolism, Myocardial Infarction, Ischemic stroke, Transient ischemic attack, angina, Severe liver disease, DM with vascular disease, Migraine with aura, Breast cancer, Undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, known or suspected pregnancy, smokers > 35 y/o, severe lipid disease and uncontrolled hypertension.[viii]

Dr. Casurao-Trono reiterates that, “It’s time for women to take a more active stance in taking control of their reproductive and sexual health. We should be able to normalize these discussions, without the fear of being shamed or embarrassed.”

To learn more about contraception and reproductive health, visit www.Your-Life.com or visit https://www.facebook.com/wcdphilippines/

Actress and host Via Antonio shares her life-experience during a media roundtable on what made her ask her doctor on how she can further take control of her body with the help of oral contraceptive pills – whether it is for planning her family or keeping her hormones balanced.

Bayer marked Women’s Month by reiterating the need to educate women about modern contraception and provide access to credible and scientific information on its added benefits. Also in the photo are (left to right) Bayer Pharmaceuticals’ Business Unit Head Michael Cabangon, Via Antonio, Dr. Amity Casurao-Trono and JunIl Kim, Country Division Head.

Dr. Amity Casurao-Trono, an obstetrician gynecologist at St. Lukes Medical Center Quezon City said that there is no better time than today to normalize the conversation about women taking control of their sexual and reproductive health.

 
The passing and signing of the Universal Health Care is a good start in uplifting the lives of every Filipino, it is not as perfect as it is presently but will be perfected as it continues. The Universal Health Care is like motorbiking going to different places, it gets better as you ride along. Obstacles and Scenic spots are just like the problems and good point of UHC, it will be develop more as you take the journey. With the help of technologies things will get even smoother. Perhaps this is how Sen JV perceive the UHC when he was doing the initial presentation. He pictures UHC like his travels on a motorbike.
 
Of course motorbike is just one of the means of transportation and there are more that we can consider when travelling and taking your vacation, specially now that the lenten season is near. There's your usual bus, ferry, and airplane to get you on your destination but I think there's another means that we haven't utilized much, yet, the train. Just like Sen JV's suggested programs in the future.

Election Time again! Filipinos need to know more about the candidates in order for them to choose the better Government Officials to be elected.

Campaigning in different provinces and places here in the Philippines are the priorities of the candidates now. In recent campaign rallies held in Visayas, Mayor Sara Duterte was present wearing the campaign shirt of Mr. Healthcare Senator JV Ejercito. Unfortunately, Sen JV were'nt able to join the campaign, Mayor Duterte showed her support to Sen JV by wearing the campaign shirt.

With this, Sen JV expressed his gratitude and thank Mayor Duterte in his facebook post since he cannot be in the rally.

Senator JV Ejercito is the author of the recently passed bill the Universal Health Care. Sen. JV is Mr. Healthcare!