Author: Rossane Ramos

Belo Medical Group announced on social media that they will be donating their remaining stocks of personal protective equipment (PPE) in their clinics to various hospitals and health centers as a response to President Rodrigo Duterte’s call. “As response to our president’s call, we are donating all our remaining stocks of PPEs in our clinics to various hospitals and health centers in need, and will continue to donate what is needed as our remaining shipments arrive,” they said.  The leading cosmetic dermatology and surgery in the Philippines also assured the extension of full-pay and full-benefits, early release of 13th month…

Several Hollywood actors made public that they have tested positive for the coronavirus. Aside from Tom Hanks, British actor Idris Elba, Game of Thrones’ Kristofer Hivju and Bond girl Olga Kurylenko broke the news that they are ill with the virus. Elba announced on his Twitter on Tuesday that he was tested positive for coronavirus. The actor said he had no symptoms but he was isolated the moment he found out.  In the video attached to his tweet, he shared that he decided to get tested after he was exposed to someone who also tested positive for the disease. “I…

Kapamilya star Angelica Panganiban is keeping her head up high amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The actress took to Instagram to spread the positivity to her five million followers. Her caption read: “One day, we will be free again. Sa ngayon, magpalakas tayo. Uminom ng maraming tubig, kumain ng masustansyang pagkain. Gulay at prutas. Mag exercise. At wag na po tayo lumabas kung hindi naman emergency. Keep Safe.” In another post, Angelica thanked the “heroes” of the country’s fight against COVID-19. “Mabuhay ang tunay na mga bayani. Ipinagdarasal ho namin kayo. Pakiusap na manatali ho tayo sa ating mga bahay.”

Catriona Gray took to Instagram to express her solidarity for Filipinos whose livelihood will be affected by the community quarantine.  On March 16, President Rodrigo Duterte placed the entire Luzon under enhanced community quarantine as a measure to prevent the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).  The Miss Universe 2018 asked prayers for those who still need to leave their homes to be able to provide food for their families during the quarantine period.  “I understand many of us don’t have the ability to stay home because of the need to go to work to provide for our families and…

Kapamilya star Angel Locsin shared her thoughts on the Metro Manila community quarantine due to the coronavirus.  The actress expressed her compassion for those Filipinos who would be unable to bring food to their tables during this trying time.  “Sa gitna po ng paglaganap ng CoVid19, walang sinoman na nasa matinong pag-iisip ang magnanais na lumabas sa matataong lugar para mahawa at makahawa ng sakit. Alam natin na importante ang social distancing at proper hygiene pero hindi po ito sasapat kung may mga kababayan tayo na kelangang  maghanapbuhay bawat-araw para makakain at matustusan ang mga basic needs ng pamilya gaya…

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, local gigs and shows have been cancelled after the Department of Health asked the public to practice social distancing and staying indoors to prevent the spread of the virus.  These musicians from Kean Cipriano’s record label are determined to bring us music, especially in these challenging times. O/C Records is home to well-loved local performers such as Unique Salonga, Callalily and Johnoy Danao.  In a Facebook post, O/C Records announced that they promise to hold an online concert to spread love and optimism.  “We’re musicians and we won’t let anything stop us from playing music for…

Ellen Adarna said she endured a gruelling 14-day mental training in Bali, Indonesia. In a series of Instagram stories, the actress shared she decided to go through with the training so that she could no longer be a “prisoner in her own mind.” “I did mental training ‘coz I was stuck in this black hole for almost 3 years. My anti depressants didn’t do me any good, it made me immobile and numb. I was getting weaker mentally and emotionally — something had to be done,” she opened up. Ellen said her coach took the videos and photos of her…

Alanis Morissette put her return to Manila on hold due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.  The seven-time Grammy winner announced on Monday that she will also be rescheduling her shows in Japan, Australia and New Zealand to later dates.  “The safety and health of everyone comes first,” she said.  Her 2020 world tour was in celebration of the 25th anniversary of her breakthrough album Jagged Little Pill.  The singer’s concerts at the Mall of Asia Arena were supposed to be held on April 6 and 7. 

Globe Telecom is providing free internet connection at select Metro Manila hospitals.  On Saturday, Globe Telecom announced they will offer “free and unlimited Internet connection” via their GoWifi services at select Metro Manila Hospitals.  The major provider of telecommunications in the country highlighted that their move is in consideration of the healthcare frontliners and even the patients in the hospitals who would want to remain up-to-date with their fight against the coronavirus pandemic.  The service will be available starting March 13 until April 15, 2020.  Here are the locations with GoWifi access:  Manila Chinese General Hospital Metropolitan Medical Center Philippine…

Kris Aquino took to Instagram to thank Willie Revillame for offering his beach resort to the television host and her two sons while Metro Manila is under community quarantine. The 49-year-old celebrity explained she and her family were ready to stay in Boracay but “realistically” it was impossible to do so because of their prescription medicine. “Medyo aware na kayo sa autoimmune ko, kuya has reflux & bimb has asthma,” she explained. Kris explained they couldn’t go back since the second floor of their home is under renovation. “A kindhearted, generous, and SPECIAL friend of our pinasundo (thank you Capt.…