Abner Mercado Advocates Rights of People with Disabilities in ‘Krusada’
August 30, 2011 by cd · Comments Off
Aside from physical constraint, people with disabilities (PWDs) are confronted everyday with limited access to opportunities normal people enjoy. Some of which include the basic right to employment, and even access to appropriate restrooms in commercial establishments.
This Thursday in “Krusada,” Abner Mercado takes a look at the plight of PWDs as he advocates for their rights and full integration to society so they can flourish as productive citizens of the country.
Aside from constructing suitable ramps and lanes, Abner believes in providing PWDs with proper education and business and livelihood trainings.
Join Abner as he accompanies Khervee, a five-year old kid who is not able to walk properly, and his parents to the Philippine General Hospital to seek medical advice for his condition. Will still he be able to run around and play with his friends?
Listen, take part and be one with Abner’s crusade because it takes more than words to make a stand. Watch “Krusada” this Thursday (September 1) after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN.
Tawa-Tawa Plant Shows Promise as Possible Cure for Dengue
August 30, 2011 by cd · Comments Off
Tawa-Tawa (Euphorbia hirta L.)is the name of the plant that may contain a substance that could help rehydrate the body of dengue patients.
Enrique Ona of the Department of Health (DoH) said that based on the initial research work of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), the local herbal plant Tawa-Tawa “appears” to have “some effects” to prevent dehydration, one of the common causes of death among dengue patients.
“It looks like they [DOST] have already isolated the active ingredient in the plant and it appears that it really has some effect,” he said.
Some dengue survivors who claim that they were cured by the plant and that their blood platelets count increased after drinking boiled water with tawa-tawa leaves.
Ona, however, said that the study is not yet concluded so people should not depend on the plant as cure for the dreaded disease.
“Don’t depend on tawa-tawa. As much as possible, consult your doctor,” said the health chief.
Selena Gomez Distracted by Justin Bieber During the VMAs
Selena Gomez interviews her boyfriend Justin Bieber during the 2011 MTV Video Music Award. The Bieber kissed her after the interview which kinda distracted the Disney star but in a good way.
Watch the video below:
Video courtesy of Ohsnapitzgaga
Eid’l Fitr Today, a Non-Working Holiday
August 30, 2011 by cd · Comments Off
Eid’l Fitr or the end of Ramadan of our Muslim brothers and sisters is being celebrated today, August 30. It marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. It was declared a non-working holiday by Malacañang.
Dancing with the Stars (DWTS) Cast for Season 13 Revealed
August 30, 2011 by cd · Comments Off
DWTS cast for season 13 has been revealed by ABC!
Sneak Peek: ‘Dolphin Tale’
August 30, 2011 by cd · Comments Off
Warner Bros.’ new, family adventure “Dolphin Tale” is inspired by the amazing true story of a brave dolphin and the compassionate strangers who banded together to save her life.
Rosario Dawson, Wild About ‘Zookeeper’
August 30, 2011 by cd · Comments Off
Rosario Dawson (“Unstoppable,” “Percy Jacskson”) stars as veterinarian and eagle expert Kate, the object of zookeeper Griffin’s (Kevin James) affections, in Columbia Pictures wild comedy “Zookeeper.”
Teen Girl Becomes Perfect Assassin in ‘Hanna’
August 30, 2011 by cd · Comments Off
A teenage girl goes out into the world for the first time – and has to battle for her life, in Columbia Pictures’ action-thriller “Hanna.”
