Mga Batang Poz

Mga Batang Poz, the first Filipino Young Adult novel about HIV-AIDS in the Philippines by acclaimed and best-selling author Mr. Segundo Matias Jr., was launched today at  Precious Pages Events Center, 16 Sto. Domingo Ave., Quezon City.

Mga Batang Poz was highly lauded by award-winning screenwriter Ricky Lee, “Bawat pahina ng Batang Poz ay patalim na humihiwa sa ating kamalayan, ginigising tayo sa katotohanan na sa tuwing may kabataang nagkakaroon ng HIV o namamatay, kasangkot tayo. 

Filmmaker and TV director Chris Martinez praised this book, “Hindi ko mabitawan. Tinapos ko sa isang upuan. Masakit na masarap basahin ang nobelang ito. BRAVO!”

Mga Batang Poz is available on Precious Pages outlets, and other  leading bookstores. You may also  email lamparapublishinghouse@gmail.com for inquirie.s 

Celebrating 90 Years of Mickey and SM 60 #AweSM

The Walt Disney Company Philippines and SM Supermalls and SM Retail team up for a spectacular, Celebrating 90 Years of Mickey and SM 60 #AweSM with ‘Share-A-Smile’ – a retail campaign with SM celebrating Mickey’s 90th anniversary in the Philippines. With Mickey-inspired merchandise – from shirts, toys, bags, and so much more – fans of the beloved Mickey Mouse can definitely kick-off Mickey’s birthday celebrations in the Philippines starting this September. Until October 31, SM mall-goers are in for an immersive retail experience across 10 SM supermalls in Metro Manila.

“Coming together to share smiles among mall-goers, we are honored to partner with Disney as they celebrate a magical milestone of giving unparalleled joy to kids and kids-at-heart,” said Jonjon San Agustin, SM Supermalls senior vice president for marketing.

“Mickey has become a friend of every kid and everyone who is a kid at heart. This year marks our milestone year as we are celebrating 90 years of fun, laughter and smiles that Mickey Mouse has brought to fans all over the world,” shared Veronica Cabalinan, Country Head of The Walt Disney Company, Philippines. “We are happy to be collaborating with SM in a series of celebrations, activations and retail promotions that will allow Mickey to celebrate his anniversary with all his Filipino fans.”

‘Share-A-Smile’ Retail Program

Until October 31, wear the iconic Mickey by choosing from 60-exclusively designed Mickey-inspired shirts from SM Youth. The 60 Tees for 60 Years shirts tell the story of the iconic Mickey Mouse and how he remains to be the icon of style icons through the years.

As part of the celebration, Disney and SM are releasing special-edition Mickey and Minnie plush toys marking the milestones of both companies, which will be available on Toy Kingdom nationwide.

More so, celebrating Mickey’s anniversary comes with a bonus! For a minimum spend of Php1,000 for any Mickey ‘Share-A-Smile’ / SM 60th merchandise or Mickey Classic products, shoppers are entitled to a limited edition Mickey Tote Bag for free! Shoppers can choose from four designs.

These and more Mickey True Original merchandise, such as toys, shirts, bags, stationery, home accessories, are available in SM malls nationwide!

‘Share-A-Smile’ Roving Caravan

Want to stay in the Disney radar? Fully experience the festivities around Mickey’s 90th anniversary by visiting the ‘Share-A-Smile’ mall caravan in the following SM malls: North EDSA, Megamall, Mall of Asia, Aura, Southmall, Fairview, Manila, San Lazaro, East Ortigas, and Marikina!

Share smiles with friends and the whole family and visit Disney’s ‘Share-A-Smile’ caravan in participating SM Metro Manila malls. For more information, visit www.smsupermalls.com. Share your experience using the hashtag #MickeyTrueOriginal.

For exclusive news about SM Supermalls, visit www.smsupermalls.com or follow SM’s official social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram; and get an insider access to all the fun happenings at SM Supermalls nationwide through SM’s Viber Public Chat. Tweet your thoughts, upload and share your photos about your memorable moments at SM, then use its official hashtag #EverythingsHereAtSM.

Moymoy Lulumboy Ang Lihim Ng Libro

Despite the storm and our scheduled trip to Tagaytay for our 25th Year Anniversary, Joy and I headed at the Meeting Room 4 & 5, 2nd floor, SMX Convention Center, MOA Complex to support the media launch of Moymoy Lulumboy Ang Lihim Ng Libro. 

This is the 5th book of the series written by Mr. Segundo Matias, Jr. Sir Jun as he is fondly called my many, is a recipient of numus literary award giving bodies, which include three Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature, the Philippine’s most prestigious—known as the “Pulitzer Prize” of the Philippines—and longest running awards program. Mr. Matias has also written screenplays for major movie outfits, as well as teleplays for various TV shows before entering the world of children’s literature. He is also a publisher and has published over 1,500 books for children and young adults. He is currently taking Masters in Creative Writing at the University of the Philippines—Diliman.

Also present at the book lainch is the book's illustrator, Jomike Tejido. Jomike is a Filipino architect, author, illustrator, and painter of his signature work, acrylic on hand-woven mats or banig in Tagalog. The unique fusion of fine art on an unconventional ground has led to six solo exhibitions in the Philippines and Singapore, among other group shows in Paris, Japan, and USA. His Latest show, Gentle Giants (Dec. 2010), is a collection of whalesharks in dreamy seascapes. 

As a collector of novel books myself, I am happy to have shared the day with my son Juan to meet Sir Jun and have all 5 books signed. 

The latest installment continues with the journey of Moymoy Lulumboy as he struggles to cope up with the death of his mother Liliw and contend with his legacy as the hero that will save Gabun from evil forces. Moymoy Lulumboy, whose shape-shifting powers resemble that of an aswang, is slowly transfroming into a character with a little darkness and aggression in his soul, but whose kindness and compassion remain throughout the coming-of-age conquest.

 

 

It was a fun day for Juan because he once again saw his favorite illustrator, Jomike. 

 

As early as now, I'm recommending that you get not just Moymoy Lulumboy Ang Lihim Ng Libro, Book 5, but all 5 series because this is books are going to be extra big soon because with the growing public interest of this enchanting book, ABS-CBN acquired this Lampara Book's epic fantasy series with the plans of making it into television series, film, digital piece, merchandise and more.

Moymoy Lulumboy Book 5 - Ang Lihim Ng Libro 

is now available on Precious Pages outlets, National Bookstores

 and other bookstores nationwide. 

Vivo V11

Anniversaries are very important events that must be celebrated. My wife, Joy of www.occasionsofjoy.com and I celebrated our 25 year anniversary yesterday. We had our wedding mass at Archbishop's Palace and had the reception at EDSA Shangri-La Hotel last September 11, 2000.  Joy and I have been sweethearts since September 11, 1993. Hence the 25th year anniversary.

Just like our grand wedding, Vivo's V11 launch was a  very big event that happened at Shangri-La The Fort.  Media, bloggers, vloggers, distributors and partners from different places came to celebrate with Vivo.  

Why would you consider buying Vivo V11? Here's why?

Type: Smartphone, Phablet, Notch Phone Shape: Bar

BasicOS: Android OS ver: Funtouch OS 4.5 (based on Android 8.1) SIM: Nano SIM, Dual SIM,

Dual Standby CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 660AIE Octa-core CPU Speed: 2.2 GHz Storage: 64GB

RAM: 6GB External Storage: microSD, up to 256GB (uses SIM 2 slot) Battery: Non-removable Li-Po 3400mAh
ScreenDisplay Size: 6.41 inches Resolution: 2340 x 1080 FHD+

NetworkType: 2G, 3G, 4G (LTE) 2G: GSM: B2/3/5/8 3G: WCDMA: B1/5/8 4G (LTE): FDD-LTE B1/3/5/7/8/28 , TDD-LTE B38/40/41

CameraMain Camera: 12MP + 5MP Front Camera: 25MP

OthersFeatures: WiFi, Hotspot/Tethering, GPS, Bluetooth, Infrared, Flash, Face Unlock, Fingerprint Scanner, Dual Cameras, 3.5mm Headphone Jack

SizeDimensions: 57.91mmx75.08mmx7.9mm Weight: 156g

The price is also very affordable. V11 is only P19,999. V11i is only P15,999

V11 Price

 

V11i Price

Omron and The Philippine Society of Hypertension Tie Up for #BPrecise Campaign

Hypertension represents a major burden in Asia and in many parts of the world. This disease comes with a high prevalence rate and, unfortunately, poor levels of awareness and control in many countries. Hypertension is also the leading preventable cause of premature deaths worldwide, afflicting an estimated 1.4 billion people in 2010, and contributing to 10.5 million deaths each year.  By 2030, it is estimated that almost 23.6 million will die from cardiovascular diseases.

In the Philippines, a 2013 study shows that while 75% of patients received treatment for hypertension, only 27% of those achieve adequate BP control. Disparities in hypertension prevalence, awareness, treatment, and control rates have increasingly been more evident, with significant rises in hypertension prevalence during the past 30 years.

The Philippine Society of Hypertension (PSH), a 2000 plus-strong association of health providers from various disciplines committed to the diagnosis, management, treatment and prevention of hypertension, has recently partnered with Omron Healthcare in an effort for better guided hypertension treatment. Bannering the important message of keeping a constant tab on one’s blood pressure, this ‘BPrecise’ partnership, is centered on the pursuit of accuracy in home blood pressure monitoring – a complementary tool to clinic BP measurements and ambulatory BP monitoring.  It can help identify masked hypertension and improve treatment adherence by allowing patients with hypertension and their family members a more active role in the management of the disease.

An organization that is fully dedicated to help realize healthy and comfortable lives for people around the world, Omron Healthcare provides a wide range of health and medical care products for households and professionals. It boasts of creative technologies and equipment that serve as the perfect partner of medical care providers. It has likewise led the way in allowing people to make conscious effort and take necessary measures in preventing heart disease and strokes.

Omron monitoring gadgets are the only clinically validated instruments that are as accurate and reliable measures of blood pressure by the Philippine Society of Hypertension, serving as relevant guides in hypertension treatment. Their automated BP monitoring devices provide an easier and more convenient way for patients to do their self-measurement compared to the standard mercury sphygmomanometer. And with self-measurement and home monitoring of blood pressure now recommended by most guidelines for BP management, digital BP monitoring devices have become the practical and less-prone-to-error option.

Among these precision instruments is the Omron Blood Pressure HEM-7120, a portable, easy-to-use home BP monitor that comes with many helpful and unique features. It detects irregular heartbeat and records previous measurement. Highly recommended by doctors for providing accurate results, it is compact and fully automatic which works on the oscillometric principle to measure blood pressure and pulse rate without fuss. The device comes with an extra-large LCD screen that displays stable and clear numbers, making it easy to read. It uses an advanced IntelliSense technology for comfortable and controlled inflation without the need of pressure pre-setting or re-inflation.

Omron’s other popular Blood Pressure Monitor HEM-7130 model is capable of storing 60 sets of readings with their corresponding date and time. It can also provide an average of the last 3 readings taken within the last 10 minutes. It is likewise powered by the Enhanced Intellisense Technology and employs a Body Movement Detector. This feature prompts the user to retake measurement when an error is detected due to the movement of the body during measurement.

Championing the growing acknowledgment from the health and medical industry for the role of home blood pressure monitoring (HBMP) in the management of hypertension, the BPrecise partnership aims to achieve "Zero Events," that is, reducing the incidence of life-threatening diseases such as strokes and heart attacks to zero. This is fully aligned with PHS and Omron Healthcare’s mission to considerably improve hypertension outcomes all over the world.

Restaurants Unite to Fight Child Malnutrition

Questions answered by Dale Nelson Divinagracia, Fundraising and Resource Development Manager of Action Against Hunger

What is Restaurants Against Hunger?

Restaurants Against Hunger is an international initiative of the restaurant industry.  The campaign unites chefs, restaurant owners, and foodies all over the world to channel their passion for food into life-saving impact against hunger and child malnutrition.  

Who is behind Restaurants Against Hunger?

Restaurants Against Hunger is being promoted by Action Against Hunger, a global humanitarian organization that takes action against the causes and effects of malnutrition. We are on the frontline in nearly 50 countries, helping to reach more children than ever with lifesaving treatment while developing long-term solutions to stop them from becoming malnourished in the first place.

Why is it important to address malnutrition in the Philippines?

Based on the latest survey conducted by the Food and Nutrition Research Institute of the Department of Science and Technology, more than 3.8 million or 33.4% of Filipino children are stunted.  This number is up from 30.1% in 2015. Stunting, also called Chronic Malnutrition refers to a child who is too short for his or her age.  It is the result of poor nutrition during early childhood.  Children suffering from stunting may never attain their full possible height and their brains may never develop to their full cognitive potential. The effects are irreversible and can last a lifetime. These children face learning difficulties in school, get sick more often, and earn less as adults. The same survey also identified 800,000 or 7.1 percent of Filipino children to be suffering from wasting. Wasting, also called Acute Malnutrition refers to a child who is too thin for his or her height.  It is the result of rapid weight loss or the failure to gain weight due to poor nutrient intake or disease. Children suffering from wasting have weakened immunity, are vulnerable to long term developmental delays, and face an increased risk of death.  

Action Against Hunger and the Institut de Relations Internationales et Strategiques (IRIS), an international think tank that focuses on geopolitical and strategic issues, released a study titled  "Socio-economy of Chronic Malnutrition in the Philippines: A preliminary key trends analysis by 2030” in 2016 to support strategic action in fighting malnutrition in the Philippines. According to the study, the Philippines ranked 9th among countries with the highest number of stunted children.  

When and where did Restaurants Against Hunger start?

The campaign started on World Food Day in France in 1998.  In the Philippines, Restaurants Against Hunger started in 2016 and a total of 103 restaurants have participated in the fight against hunger.

What other countries are implementing Restaurants Against Hunger?

Restaurants Against Hunger has been implemented in Bolivia, Canada, Colombia, Germany, Guatemala, India, Italy, Peru, Spain, United Kingdom, and the USA .

How does Restaurants Against Hunger work?

The mechanics of the campaign is simple: Restaurants choose 1 or more special dishes from their menu and for every order of these dishes from October 1 to December 1, 2018, a portion of the profit goes to our projects combating hunger and malnutrition in the Philippines. These dishes are labelled “Dishes That Feed More.” The donation per dish is dependent on the restaurant.

Since Action Against Hunger is an international organization, does the donation go to other countries?

All donations raised during the campaign in the Philippines will only be used for projects in the Philippines.

What restaurants are participating in Restaurants Against Hunger 2018?

So far, participants this year are Alba Restaurante Español, Aracama, Azuthai, Café Mediterranean, Calderon, Chef Laudico OK Café, Chelsea Kitchen, Chotto Matte / Izakaya Sensu, Corner Tree Café, Cyma, Friends & Family / Coconut Club, Green Pastures, Grilla, Ikomai, Ilustrado, Kabila, Museum Café, Providore, Saboten, Sangkap, Simple Lang, Sobremesa, Terraz Bistro & Meetings, Terry’s Bistro, The Old Spaghetti House, The Shrimp Shack, Wild Ginger, and The Bistro Group. We hope to sign up more before the program kicks off on October 1.

How can restaurants join Restaurants Against Hunger?

All they have to do is go to www.restaurantsagainsthungerphilippines.org, click “register” and sign up.  This program is very easy to implement, it doesn’t entail much cost, and it unites the restaurant staff and customers for a life-saving cause. We will support the restaurants by providing all marketing materials needed for the campaign: Posters, table-tops, “dishes that feed more” stickers for the menu and information notes for staff.

How can diners support Restaurants Against Hunger?

Diners can be a part of the movement to help provide food to the most disadvantaged children and their families in the country by patronizing the participating restaurants and ordering the featured dish/es which we call “dishes that feed more”. Look for menu items highlighted with a sticker that says “dishes that feed more” or ask your servers about them. Also, you can spread the word and help us promote the campaign.

What programs has Restaurants Against Hunger made possible in the Philippines?

The most recent is our response to the Marawi conflict where we were able to reach a total of 206,613 individuals. We implemented nutrition screening and distributed emergency food aid and hygiene kits as well as provided access to safe water and sanitation facilities in the provinces of Lanao del Sur and Lanao del Norte.  Through our Water, Sanitation and Hygiene projects in the areas of Masbate, North Cotabato and Maguindanao we have provided rural barangays access to clean water, created tap stands and toilets, and conducted hygiene promotion sessions to combat the spread of diseases that will lead to malnutrition.  A total of 180 Barangays were declared as Zero Open Defecation Communities, positively affecting 738,566 individuals. To maintain the culture of cleanliness, we trained 730 Barangay Health Workers to continue the work we started.

The campaign has also supported our Nutrition and Food Security and Livelihood projects in Zamboanga City for the internally displaced people that were forced to evacuate their homes during the 2013 siege.  

Can you share with us what Action Against Hunger has seen while working around the Philippines?

Malnutrition is prevalent in the areas Action Against Hunger is working in.  In North Cotabato, there was a 5-year-old child who was practically skin and bones, he was pale and his hair was not growing.  He was suffering from wasting because he was not eating enough food and not having a varied diet. For months he was only eating boiled cassava, banana, and sweet potato. As mentioned above, the Philippines is at a critical point with regards to stunting.  The numbers  have increased to 33.4% from 30.1% in 2015 and the Philippines ranked 9th among countries with the highest number of stunted children. Stunting is something that we see every day.  It is quite common to see children who we thought were only in Elementary only to find out that they’re already in High School.  These kids are underdeveloped – not only physically, but cognitively as well.  If not treated in the first 1,000 days of a person’s life (from 0 to 2 years old), the effects of stunting is irreversible and will last that person’s whole life. Nutrition during pregnancy and in the first years of a child’s life provides the essential building blocks for brain development, healthy growth, and a strong immune system. A growing body of scientific evidence shows that the foundation of a person’s lifelong health are largely set during this 1,000-day window.

Who else is supporting Restaurants Against Hunger?

Restaurants Against Hunger is co-presented by McCormick Culinary.  Sponsors are Foodpanda, Marca Leon, and Mida Food. Supporting the campaign are the LTB Chefs Association Philippines and The Spanish Chamber of Commerce. Collaborators are Acceler8, Digital Out-of-Home Philippines, Nyxsys Philippines, Pitchworks Incorporated, and Summit Outdoor Media.  

Where can they get more details about Restaurants Against Hunger?

Website: www.restaurantsagainsthungerphilippines.org
Facebook: @RestaurantsAgainstHungerPH and @ActionAgainstHungerPH
Instagram: @RestaurantsAgainstHungerPH
Twitter: #EndHungerPH
Hashtag: #restaurantsagainsthungerPH

MAYA Hotcake Art

There are so many fun things to do when given a Maya Hotcake Mix. Imagine this 44 year old dad spending an afternoon at MAYA Hotcake Art while creating characters I grew up with such as Winnie The Pooh and Pac-Man.

MAYA Hotcake Art is actually super easy to do at home, plus you can be one of the two winners to win P20,000 worth of MAYA products and a free pass to one of Maya Kitchen’s lifestyle classes! All you need to do is follow Maya Hotcakes and More on Facebook and Instagram and post a photo of your Hotcake Art with the hashtag #MayaHotcakeArt. Don’t forget to make sure that the post is public!  

You can send in your entries from September 1 to October 31, 2018. The September winner will be announced on October 7, while the October winner will be revealed on November 7. Submissions will be judged based on creativity, visual appeal, and social media engagement.

Follow and like MayaHotcakesandMore on Facebook, and @MayaHotcakesandMore on Instagram and Twitter.

For more information on this, log on to  www.themayakitchen.com , e-mail  contactus@themayakitchen.com , or visit The Maya Kitchen Culinary Center every Tuesday to Saturday at 8F Liberty Building, 835 A. Arnaiz Avenue (Pasay Road), Makati City. You may also call us at 8921185, 892-5011 local 108, or +63929 679 6102.