Dr. Sharlyn Patigas

19/10/2025

18/10/2025

🧪 Base Ingredients
- Kamias (bilimbi) – sour and refreshing, perfect for a punchy base
- Tanglad (lemongrass) – aromatic and calming
- Ginger Bug – your wild ferment starter for natural carbonation

🌿 Flavor Notes & Tips
- Kamias brings a tartness similar to green apple or calamansi.
- Tanglad adds a citrusy, herbal lift—great for balancing the sour.
- Ginger bug gives it that probiotic sparkle and a subtle spicy kick.

18/10/2025

MMR: Your Shot to Stop the Spread.

Two doses protect you and help achieve community immunity, safeguarding those who cannot be vaccinated (like infants and the immunocompromised). Highly effective and safe.

Consult with your child's pediatrician to know more.

17/10/2025

🩸 Signs of Anemia
Anemia happens when your body doesn’t have enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen. Watch out for these common signs:

🌟 General Symptoms
- Fatigue & Weakness – Feeling tired even after rest
- Pale Skin & Gums – Noticeable lightness in complexion
- Shortness of Breath – Especially during mild activity
- Dizziness or Fainting – Lightheadedness from low oxygen
- Rapid Heartbeat (Tachycardia) – Heart working harder to compensate
- Cold Hands & Feet – Poor circulation due to low red blood cells
- Headaches – Caused by reduced oxygen to the brain
- Difficulty Concentrating – Brain fog or forgetfulness

👶 In Children
- Poor appetite
- Slower growth or development
- Irritability or low energy

👵 In Older Adults
- Chest pain or irregular heartbeat
- Increased risk of falls due to dizziness

17/10/2025

STOP TRANGKASO! (FLU at ILI)

Ano Ito?
* Trangkaso (Flu): Sakit sa respiratoryo dulot ng Influenza virus. Mas matindi kaysa sipon.
* ILI: Sakit na may sintomas ng trangkaso, dulot ng iba't ibang virus.

Mga Sintomas (Signs)
* Lagnat at Panginginig
* Ubo at Sipon/Baradong Ilong
* Sakit ng Katawan at Ulo
* Matinding Pagod

Paano Maiiwasan?
* Magpabakuna Taon-taon (Flu Shot).
* Maghugas ng Kamay palagi.
* Takpan ang Ubo/Bahing (gumamit ng tisyu o siko).
* Huwag Hawakan ang Mukha.
* Magpahinga at Manatili sa Bahay kapag may sakit.
* Mag-mask kung may sintomas.

Mahalaga!
* Madaling kumalat, lalo na sa matataong lugar.
* Mas mataas ang panganib para sa bata, matatanda, at may malalang sakit.
* Uminom ng maraming tubig at kumunsulta sa doktor kung lumala ang pakiramdam.

17/10/2025

👶 LIBRENG PEDIA CLINIC SA BARANGAY 702! 🩺

Alagaan ang kalusugan ng inyong mga anak—walang bayad, walang alalahanin!

📅 October 17, 2025
🕘 1-3PM
📍 Barangay Hall, Brgy. 702, Manila

✅ Libreng konsultasyon para sa mga batang edad 0–18
✅ Gabay sa nutrisyon at pangangalaga sa kalusugan
✅ May kasamang health education para sa mga magulang

🤝 Hatid ng Barangay 702 at Ng Department of Pediatrics ng ManilaMed para sa mas malusog na komunidad.

Tara na, mga Nanay at Tatay! Sama-sama nating pangalagaan ang kinabukasan ng ating mga anak.

16/10/2025

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🎀 Breast Cancer Awareness: Early Action Saves Lives

Breast cancer affects millions—but with early detection, survival rates soar. Awareness means knowing the signs, getting regular check-ups, and supporting those in the fight. This October, let’s wear pink, share knowledge, and stand together. Because every voice, every story, and every checkup counts. 💗

15/10/2025

Homemade broth is a soulful staple—whether you're crafting comforting soups, flavorful sauces, or just sipping for warmth and wellness.

Want to infuse it with Filipino flair? Try adding:
- Luya (ginger) for warmth
- Tanglad (lemongrass) for brightness
- Calamansi peel for a citrusy twist
- Dried shiitake or malunggay for added nutrients

15/10/2025

No rain can stop us from going to the clinic. 😁

Both our clinics are open today despite the rain. 😁

15/10/2025

Someone from Bikini Bottom is joining the gang!

14/10/2025

⚠️ Alcohol & Men’s Health: A Silent Crisis

🧍‍♂️ 2 million men die each year from alcohol-related causes
That’s nearly 77% of all alcohol-attributable deaths worldwide.

🚗 Injuries, violence, and accidents
Alcohol is a major factor in traffic crashes, self-harm, and interpersonal violence—especially among men.

🫀 Chronic diseases
From heart disease to cancer, alcohol silently fuels long-term illness.
📊 474,000 deaths from cardiovascular disease
📊 401,000 deaths from cancer

🌍 Most affected regions?
The African and European regions bear the highest burden.