Dr. Ruth Ordoyo-Velez Family & Lifestyle Medicine

01/09/2026

Mask up😷

To our patients with Allergic Rhinitis, Asthma, COPD, and other respiratory conditions, please mask up and stay indoors to lessen flare-ups.

In the interest of public safety, everyone is advised to keep doors and windows closed, avoid strenuous activities, and wear face masks outdoors. This is especially critical for children, pregnant women, seniors, and those with respiratory conditions.

The City of Bacolod will continuously monitor the situation and track air quality levels through the monitoring station in Barangay Alijis.

In case of emergency, please dial our local 911.

01/09/2026

SEPTEMBER 2026 CLINIC SCHEDULE

For appointments and inquiries, you may reach the following numbers:
📞HealthPlus Clinics & Laboratory (Sitari-AIA Bldg.) - 0905-212-4479
📞BAMC Health & Lifestyle Institute (For Lifestyle Medicine consults & counseling) - 0917-630-2611

HMOs accepted at HealthPlus Clinics for consults and laboratory tests: Medicard, Icare, Intellicare, Avega

26/08/2026

10/08/2026

Box breathing can lower stress and calm the mind😌

Kids getting stressed about going back to school? You too? Explore how controlled breathing can help the whole family. Box breathing can lower stress and calm the mind, an important thing for kids and adults.

01/08/2026

AUGUST 2026 CLINIC SCHEDULE

For appointments and inquiries, you may reach the following numbers:

📞HealthPlus Clinics & Laboratory (Sitari-AIA Bldg.) - 0905-212-4479
📞BAMC Health & Lifestyle Institute (For Lifestyle Medicine consults & counseling) - 0917-630-2611

HMOs accepted at HealthPlus Clinics for consults and laboratory tests: Medicard, Icare, Intellicare, Avega

01/07/2026

JULY 2026 CLINIC SCHEDULE

For appointments and inquiries, you may reach the following numbers:

📞HealthPlus Clinics & Laboratory (Sitari-AIA Bldg.) - 0905-212-4479
📞BAMC Health & Lifestyle Institute (For Lifestyle Medicine consults & counseling) - 0917-630-2611

31/05/2026

JUNE 2026 CLINIC SCHEDULE

For appointments and inquiries, you may reach the following numbers:
📞HealthPlus Clinics & Laboratory (Sitari-AIA Bldg.) - 0905-212-4479
📞BAMC Health & Lifestyle Institute (For Lifestyle Medicine consults & counseling) - 0917-630-2611

20/05/2026

As we celebrate the Global Lifestyle Medicine Week 2026, we highlight one of the most powerful prescriptions for health: Physical Activity.

Movement is not just about exercise or fitness goals — it is medicine for the body, mind, and soul. Regular physical activity helps prevent and manage chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, obesity, heart disease, depression, and even some cancers.

Every step matters. Every stretch counts. Every active choice is an investment in your future health.

19/05/2026

So, what exactly is Lifestyle Medicine — and why is it more important now than ever?

Lifestyle Medicine is an evidence-based approach to preventing, treating, and even reversing chronic diseases by addressing their root causes through healthy daily behaviors. It is built on six core pillars: optimal nutrition, regular physical activity, restorative sleep, stress management, avoidance of risky substances, and positive social connection.

As chronic diseases continue to rise globally, Lifestyle Medicine empowers individuals, families, workplaces, schools, and communities to take an active role in building healthier lives and healthier environments.

𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟭 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲! 🎉

So, what exactly is Lifestyle Medicine — and why is it more important now than ever?

Lifestyle Medicine is an evidence-based approach to preventing, treating, and even reversing chronic diseases by addressing their root causes through healthy daily behaviors. It is built on six core pillars: optimal nutrition, regular physical activity, restorative sleep, stress management, avoidance of risky substances, and positive social connection.

As chronic diseases continue to rise globally, Lifestyle Medicine empowers individuals, families, workplaces, schools, and communities to take an active role in building healthier lives and healthier environments.

💬 𝗪𝗲’𝗱 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘆𝗼𝘂:
What does Lifestyle Medicine mean to you — personally or professionally?