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First Day of 2011, 1-1-11

by Anna Katharina on January 1, 2011

in Blogging,Events,Family,Journal

A new year to look forward to new challenges in every undertaking that I will do.  I don’t have any New Year resolution this year; I just hope the world around me will be a better place to live.

In life, we want to possess a lot of things but God can only give as much of what we need. It is always never complete; we will always yearn for something else. Life is not all happiness, there are always trials and tribulations that we can’t get away with.  As what I have learned from experience, these trials will be a key to a happiness or fulfillment later on.

I always believe in “When A Door Closes, A Window opens, or when one path in life is blocked, another path is opened up.”

Hoping for the best to happen this year for my children, my career and me.

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ONLINE DOKTORA

by Anna Katharina on December 23, 2010

in Community,Family,Filipino podcast,Health Concerns,Journal,Keeping Fit,Nurse Quad

ONLINE DOKTORA is a Filipino podcast under the brinknotes podcast network that discusses and explains topics concerning overall health and wellness.

ONLINE DOKTORA, will always be ready to answer online questions about health and to guide you to a better and healthy lifestyle. The weekly podcast show is delivered in Filipino and Tagalog language.

For the month of December and January, topics to be tackled pertain to women’s health issues such as physiology of the reproductive system and pregnancy. According to 2010 Factsheet on Filipino women, around 50 per cent of the Philippines population is women and women in childbearing ages (15-49 years) was recorded at 19.4 million or 51.04 percent. The highest percentage was in the 15 to 19 years age group at 10.53 percent.

Future segments will deal about basic skin care for teens and how to care for acne prone skin. Men’s health issues will also be part of the show in the future.

It’s actually a new found activity for me. Other medical doctors who have their own radio and TV show motivated me. I do listen to health programs specially the ones on AM radio. With the help of my son, who manages the brinknotes podcast network, I hope to provide online health information delivered in Filipino.

Listeners are encouraged to send in their questions at annakmd2010@gmail.com or you can post your questions at my Facebook Fan Page.

“Ako po si annakmd ang inyong online doktora, Iwas sakit po tayo”

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What I want for Christmas

by Anna Katharina on December 15, 2010

in Blogging,Family,Journal,Love and Emotions,Traditions

It’s 10 days before Christmas and 5 days to go to finish my shopping and grocery needs for the special day. Of course it will be a celebration for the whole family.

Christmas celebration was different when I was 7, it was about Christmas party in school with our homemade party hat.

When I was 15, it was attending misa de gallo with friends; kris kringle with friends, preparation for the school’s Christmas party and the dress that one has to wear. The outing after the party was the most awaited.

When I was 22, it was Christmas day with a significant other and dinner at home. I was involved with decorating the home, wrapping gifts and cooking for Christmas day.

At 30, it was a meaningful Christmas, this time being a mom to two kids; a Christmas tree adorned the house.  Family reunion was the biggest event.

At 39, Christmas did come, it was an unforgettable Christmas, there were gifts, Christmas party, family reunions, shopping and all that. I just wanted to be alone and shunned all gatherings.

At 49, I am thinking what I really want for Christmas, maybe a time for myself where I can do the things I like, a time to reflect on things that make me happy. I am not sure what really makes me happy? Its just that I want to do things that I only like or want. Maybe this is one of my “blue days”. Move on please. PMS go away!

It might not be the same Christmas as we used to but still it will be with my kids and other family members.

Please listen to me at Online Doktora….. my gift this Christmas for you and me!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!

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Eye Health : Cataract

by Anna Katharina on October 22, 2010

in Family,Health Concerns,Journal

International Eye Center 

Cataract is the clouding of the lens in the eye that effects vision. Most cataracts are related to aging. Risk factors are diseases like diabetes, personal behavior such as smoking, alcohol use, and environmental factors like prolonged exposure to ultraviolet sunlight.

According to the 3rd National Blindness Survey done in 2002, the top three causes of visual impairment are cataract, error of refraction, and glaucoma. Cataract is the number one cause of reversible blindness in the country.

What are the symptoms of cataract?

  1. Cloudy or blurry vision
  2. Colors seem faded
  3. Glare. Headlights, lamps, or sunlight may appear too bright. A halo may appear around lights.
  4. Poor night vision
  5. Double vision or multiple images in one eye
  6. Frequent prescription changes in your eyeglasses or contact lenses.

My mom was one of these Filipinos affected by cataract; she’s 73 years old and had undergone cataract operation with lens implant on both eyes a month ago. She was so fortunate to been under the care of an ophthalmologist, who is committed in providing the highest quality eye care to his patients.

Her ophthalmologist, is diplomate eye specialist Dr Noel J. Lacsamana. Aside from his comprehensive treatment he provides to his patients, Dr Noel J. Lacsamana is on the forefront of disseminating information about eye health through several radio programs.

Dr Noel J. Lacsamana radio program schedule:

DZBB (594 AM)      1st and 3rd Monday; 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
R.W (95.1 FM)        Friday 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
DZRH (666 AM)      2nd and 4th Saturday; 10:00 PM – 12:00 MN
CLTV 36                     Saturday; 6:30 PM – 7:30 MN
104.3 FM                    Sunday; 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM

If you have any concerns about your eye conditions you may want to contact Dr. Noel J. Lacsamana clinics today for a consultation.

IS Clinic
IS Pavillion, Medical Arts Bldg, Banga Meycauayan City, Bulacan
Saturday 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Contact Numbers: (044) 8405094, (044) 9353191, 0916-309-8524

International Eye Center
Level II Robinsons’s Gate, Robinsons Pampanga
Mon-Sat 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tel # (045) 875-2009

Dr. Noel J. Lacsamana’s International Eye Clinic boasts state-of-the-art medical facilities, with advanced technology available to offer patients a variety of ophthalmic services and treatments, including routine eye examinations and sophisticated LASIK surgery.

Thank you Dr. Noel J. Lacsamana, for all your good deeds not just to my mom but for people from all walks of life, which you have cared for and treated. My mom can’t thank you enough for her better sight. You have definitely made a difference in the lives of many.

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