Joyful Wellness

17/10/2026

For someone with ADHD, following spoken instructions can become difficult when several steps arrive quickly, the conversation changes direction or there’s little time to process what was said.

ADHD can affect attention and working memory—the ability to hold information in mind while using it. Listening, remembering earlier steps and taking notes at the same time can place extra demands on those skills, even when the person understands the task.

Allowing pauses gives them time to write things down, ask questions and check their understanding before the conversation moves on. The UK’s National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), which develops evidence-based health and care guidance, recommends backing up spoken instructions with written ones as an adjustment for ADHD.

If you’re giving instructions:

• Explain one step or a small group of steps at a time.
• Allow time for note-taking before moving on.
• Make the priority and deadline clear.
• Ask what pace or format works for the person.

If you’re receiving instructions, you can say:

• “Could you slow down a little? I’m taking notes.”
• “Let me write that down before we move on.”
• “Can I read that back to check I’ve got it right?”

You can also agree on a brief written follow-up when a task is complicated or instructions change. Some people prefer to make their own checklist; others find a shared summary more useful.

This National ADHD Awareness Week, October 18–24, making room for these preferences can help conversations work better for everyone, while giving the person with ADHD control over how they organise and use the information.

References:
• NICE. “Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: diagnosis and management” (NG87).
• National Institute of Mental Health. “Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Adults: What You Need to Know.”
• National Council on Disability Affairs. National ADHD Awareness Week 2026 announcement.

17/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who gathered with us today. 💗

Together with our partner Healthway Medical Network, we brought Gather: A Breast Health Experience to life at Healthway Cancer Care Hospital in Arca South, Taguig, through conversations, learning and activities that made room for both health and joy.

As we share these moments, we hope you’ll carry the conversation into your own circles. Encourage the women you love to ask about breast screening, offer to accompany someone who feels hesitant, and make time for your own health, too.

Photos by Noel Pabalate/The Philippine STAR.

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Obstetrician-gynecologist Ada Angela Cabrera stressed the importance of breast cancer screening, saying that improving breast cancer outcomes and survival depends on early detection and prompt diagnosis. * via Philippine Star

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'DEODORANT DOES NOT GIVE YOU BREAST CANCER'
Dr. Aldine Basa, head of the Breast Center of Excellence at Healthway Cancer Care Hospital, debunked common myths linked to breast cancer. * via Philippine Star

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One News anchor Cesca Litton-Kalaw looked back on her life before being diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer and her treatment journey during the "GATHER: A Breast Health Experience," spearheaded by Joyful Wellness in partnership with Healthway Medical Network in Taguig on Saturday. * via Philippine Star

17/10/2026

Smartwatches and fitness trackers can encourage movement and flag potential heart rhythm problems. But unreliable metrics and constant monitoring can also fuel anxiety. Here’s how to use wearable technology wisely.

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HCCH, together with .ph , , and our partners, came together in our shared commitment to support every woman throughout her breast cancer journey.
We celebrated the strength and experiences of cancer survivors and patients, the expertise generously shared by our healthcare professionals, and the people who continue to support every woman's journey. From early detection and access to the right treatment, to care that looks after the whole person.

Wherever she is in her journey, every step matters.

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17/10/2026

Milk can help protect a knocked-out permanent tooth while you get to a dentist, but it cannot save the tooth on its own. Seek dental care immediately, ideally within 30 minutes of the injury.

If you can’t safely put the tooth back into its socket, place it in a clean container of plain cow’s milk, preferably cold, and head straight to a dentist.

The root is covered with delicate cells that can become damaged when the tooth dries out. Milk’s fluid balance and acidity help protect these cells, supporting the tooth’s chances of healing after replantation. Keep it submerged during the trip; milk does not make it safe to delay treatment.

Here’s what to do:

• Pick it up by the crown—the white part you bite or chew with—and avoid touching the root.
• If dirty, rinse gently in milk, saline or saliva. Don’t scrub it or use soap or disinfectant.
• If the permanent tooth goes back into its socket easily, gently reinsert it and bite on a clean cloth to hold it in place. Don’t force it.
• Otherwise, keep it in milk. Don’t wrap it in tissue or let it dry out.
• Call a dentist and explain what happened. Don’t delay care to find a particular milk brand or chill the milk.

Even if more than an hour has passed, still seek urgent dental care—the tooth may still be saved.

This advice applies to permanent teeth, including those in children. Never reinsert a knocked-out baby tooth, as this could damage the permanent tooth underneath.

This World Trauma Day, share these steps with parents, coaches and caregivers who may need to respond to a dental injury.

References:
• American Association of Endodontists. “Knocked Out Teeth.”
• NHS. “Knocked-out tooth.”
• “Storage media for avulsed teeth: a literature review.” Brazilian Dental Journal (2013).

16/10/2026

Discover how food impacts your mood and mental health. Learn about essential nutrients, practical strategies, and expert tips for joyful wellness.

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