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More Than Just Dry Skin: The Truth About Eczema For years, red, itchy skin rashes have been dismissed as “just dry skin” or a minor reaction to heat, soap, or stress. A little itching here, a small patch of redness there, is nothing to worry about, many assume. But when the itching keeps you awake […]

Alcohol, Date Nights, and Medicines: What’s Safe to Mix and What’s Not Date nights often include a glass of wine, a cocktail, or a celebratory toast. While moderate alcohol consumption may seem harmless, mixing alcohol and medicines can lead to unexpected and sometimes dangerous side effects. Understanding alcohol and medicine interaction is important for protecting

Feb-ibig: Taking Care of Your Heart February is not just for celebrating Valentine’s Day; it is also the month we raise awareness for taking good care of your heart.  The Heart’s Lifelong Work The heart is not only made to love, care, and build connections, but it serves an even more vital purpose: sustaining life.

VidaCure Pharmacy joins OWWA in opening the Alagang OWWA Botika, expanding affordable healthcare access and welfare support for OFWs and seafarers. The Alagang OWWA Botika, powered by VidaCure Pharmacy, officially opened in the OWWA Seafarers’ Welfare Center located at Monarch Parksuites, J.W. Diokno Blvd., Aseana Business Park, Parañaque City. The event, led by the Overseas

Stress, Sleep, and Medicines: How They Affect Your Heart Heart health isn’t just about proper diet and exercise. It also means taking care of your mental health, managing stress, and getting enough quality sleep. When you factor in medicines, the picture becomes even more interconnected. Understanding how stress, sleep, and medication affect each other can

Heart Month Myths: Common Misconceptions About Heart Medicines February is Heart Month! A time to show love not just through flowers and chocolates, but by taking better care of our hearts. In the Philippines, heart disease remains one of the leading causes of illness and death. Because of this, many Filipinos rely on heart medicines

Medication Safety 101: How to Use Medicines Responsibly Medicines, when taken properly, can help you feel better, manage conditions, and prevent complications. However, medication mistakes, like missing a dose or mixing the wrong medications, can reduce effectiveness or cause unwanted side effects. Whether you take daily prescriptions or occasional over-the-counter remedies, building good medication habits

Why You Should Always Ask Your Pharmacist Before Taking Supplements Taking vitamins or supplements? Learn why consulting your VidaCure pharmacist is essential for safe supplement use, proper dosage, and avoiding drug interactions. Dietary supplements such as vitamins, minerals, and herbal products are widely used to support immunity, heart health, energy, and overall wellness. Because they

How to Save on Medicines in the Philippines: A Practical Guide to Budget-Wise Healthcare With living costs rising in the Philippines, many families feel financial pressure, especially for healthcare. Medicines often consume a large part of your budget, especially for chronic conditions like asthma, high blood pressure, or diabetes. Don’t worry, you can still save