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HERO GAZETTE Certificate of Recognition No. 150-2015 The Official Newsletter of HERO (Helping, Empowering, Recognizing OFWs) Volume II, Issue 1 (First Quarterly Issue) P12 Meet the members of MusikHERO band Inside this issue: Seminar Workshop Share-a-Chair Outreach Program 2-3 News Stories 4-5 My Childhood Summer News Stories 6 News Stories Bantay Kasangga UFOQ Heart’s Day HERO Ambassadress 7 Sports News 8-9 Sponsors Organizational Chart 10-11 MusikHERO 12-13 January—March 2016 H.E.R.O. Qatar marks its First Year Founding Anniversary H .E.R.O. Qatar celebrated its First Year Founding Anniversary, entitled “A Glimpse from the Past, a Look into the Future” on January 22, 2016 at the Holiday Villa, Emerald Hall, Mezzanine Floor, C-Ring Road. About 250 members, volunteers and guests from various Philippine government agencies, Filipino organizations and other companies attended the event. Induction of newly-elected HERO Qatar Officers for 2016 with Consul Gonaranao B. Musor The celebration started with ribbon-cutting ceremonies for its photo exhibit showcasing important events of HERO Qatar in 2015. The program also includes the induction ceremonies for all HERO Qatar Anniversary Cake – to signify triumph and first year founding anniversary of HERO Qatar newlyelected officers and the launching of MUSIKHERO, which is the official band of HERO Qatar. Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies led by special guests and HERO officers Special guests include Consul Grounds of Law and Abdul RahGonaranao B. Musor, Mr. Ed Ana- man, Legal Director, Human mi, Chairman, United Filipino Or- Rights. ganizations in Qatar (UFOQ), Ab(continued on page 5) dullah Al Ansari, Chairman, HERO Qatar receives UFOQ Award I n appreciation for the invaluable support of HERO Qatar to the Associated Activities of Qatar National Day 2015 Celebration, a Certificate of Appreciation was awarded to the organization last January 15, 2016 at the Philippine Embassy. The certificate was received by its President Kentry Ayson on behalf of HERO Qatar. The Qatar Na- tional Sports Day was held at AL Rayyan Sports Club onDecember 18, 2015. Page 2 HERO GAZETTE Community Leaders attend Skills Training and Development L eaders and members from various Filipino organizations participated in the first free Seminar-Workshop organized by H.E.R.O. Qatar on Skills Training and Development: Interpersonal Skills, Writing for Specific Purposes and Strategic Plan Development last March 4, 2016. The resource speakers were Dr. Alvin Abainza (faculty member and Quality Assurance Coordinator, College of Arts and Sciences, Qatar University), Ms. Ailyn Agonia (Senior Reporter and Senior Copy Editor, Qatar Tribune) and Ms. Nerieza Dimalao (People Learning Specialist, Qatar Airways). The seminar workshop focused on three topics in which the first session was on Interpersonal Skills Development. While the second part of the workshop provided good tips on writing and preparation of project proposals. The third topic of the seminar-workshop was on strategic plan development. Participants prepare project proposal as part of the group activity Nerieza Dimalao talks on Interpersonal Skills Development Community leaders participate in the discussion Ailyn Agonia speaks on Business Writing for Specific Purposes The activity was led by the Welfare and Development Committee of the organization and among the groups that participated were: Alliance of Filipino Journalists in Qatar (AFJQ), D’ Fr3ndz, Beats and Bytes, OFW in Focus, HERO Gazette team and PICPA-For Your Eyes Only. HERO Qatar presents Certificate of Appreciation Dr. Alvin Abainza lectures on Strategic Plan Development HERO Gazette team launches “Share a Chair Project” The editorial staff of HERO Gazette launched its Share-a-Chair project last March 01, 2016, as part of the beautification project of the organization. This project aims to save cost of rental fees during various activities of HERO such as membership meetings, seminar-workshops, team buildings and also to generate funds through rent outs for the chairs. As of 31 of March 2016, a total of 84 chairs were shared by its generous volunteers & also members of other Filipino organizations in Qatar. Volume II, Issue 1 (First Quarterly Issue) Page 3 Outreach Program for the Children of Missionaries A round 70 children from the Children of Missionaries of Charity Home of Joy for the sick children benefitted from the outreach program organized by Manuel L. Quezon University (MLQU) - SABA in partnership with Gazera Foundation, H.E.R.O. Qatar and For Your Eyes Only held last February 19, 2016 in Tondo, Manila, Philippines. The outreach program includes giving of grocery items, educational materials, school supplies, toys and food items. A total of 25 volunteers and house workers facilitated the program and 20 students from SABA assisted during the activity. The Missionaries of Charity Home of Joy For the Sick Children is one of 18 houses of The Missionaries of Charity around the Philippines founded by Mother Theresa of Calcutta with mission to serve the poorest Volunteers & house workers facilitates the program of the poor. It is being administered by nuns and houses mostly sick children (infants, toddlers, and children 6 years old and below). Distribution of gifts to children Grocery items & educational materials for beneficiaries The Missionaries of Charity located in Tondo, Manila HERO Qatar reaches out to GBS patient is a disorder in which the body's immune system attacks part of the peripheral nervous system. The first symptoms of this disorder include varying degrees of weakness or tingling sensations in the legs. In many instances the symmetrical weakness and abnormal sensations spread to the arms and upper body. In line with the mission of HERO Qatar to help our fellow OFWs, the organization has extended its assistance to its member, Marvin Cuaresma, who has been diagnosed with GBS (Guillainbarré Syndrome). Cuaresma is an employee of a construction company in Qatar. Officers and committee members have organized a visitation program for Cuaresma in order to provide not only finan- cial support but also emotional support for him. Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) Source: http://www.ninds.nih.gov/ HERO Qatar organizes program for Caring for the Future Foundation 14 less-privileged children through gift-giving and feeding program. The program was conducted last January 16, 2016 through the initiative and efforts of HERO members, Engr. & HERO Qatar organized its yearly outreach program for the children of Caring for the Future Foundation (CFF) which has benefitted Mrs. Jerry Dee. CFF is a non-profit organiza- proper family life tion located at Sual, Pangasinan aimed at can be approxi- helping and sheltering less-privileged children mated, at least by providing them a foster home where the in the meantime. Page 4 HERO GAZETTE H.E.R.O. QATAR supports lupus project H ERO officers and members supported the premier of the documentary film entitled, LUPUS: The Untold Story of Flaming Gem” held last January 28, 2016 at the Holiday Villa Hotel. This is a fund raising event aimed to support the medication of Ms. Gem Josue, an OFW in Qatar afflicted with the disease, SLE (Sytemic Lupus Erythematosus). The screening was attended by officials from the Philippine Embassy, headed by HE Wilfredo Santos, POLO -OWWA, NHRC, officers and members from various Filipino organizations. HERO Gazette team joins AFJQ The Alliance of Filipino Journalists in Qatar (AFJQ) held its Induction Ceremonies last February 12, 2016 at the HERO Qatar Headquarters. Two from the editorial staffs of HERO Gazette took their oath of Mandal as AFJQ Treasurer Baculi as AFJQ Auditor office, Editor-in-Chief Arlene Mandal-Samson as Treasurer and Associate Editor Ria Minette Baculi, as the Auditor. H.E. Philippine Ambassador to Doha Wilfredo C. Santos inducted the following officers: UFOQ Secretary Delfin Montenegro (President); Romeo Villegas Jr. of Pinoy Heart Radio (Vice President; Anne Macalino (Secretary). The Board of Directors who also sworn to office were: HERO Founding Chairman Henry Dimaano, Ressie Fos (UFOQ Vice Chairman), Manny Flores (GMA Network Correspondent) and Renan Princena . The event included a Thanksgiving Dinner in celebration of the success of the premier documentary film project for a cause, entitled “LUPUS: The Untold Story of Flaming Gem”. During the event, the Board of Director s of AFJQ handed over the financial assistance to Ms. Gem Josue . Other special guests were Cultural Attache John Jiao and Labor Attache’ David Des Dicang. HERO Qatar receives award from PHR H.E. WIlfredo Santos with AFJQ Board of Directors & Officers for 2016 Pinoy Heart Radio presented Certificate of Appreciation to HERO Qatar in recognition of its invaluable support and contribution extended to Pinoy Heart Radio’s community engagements. Henry Dimaano also received an award as the Chairman of HERO. VP Arkan Pabatao received the certificate on behalf of HERO Qatar during the anniversary celebration of PHR last February 19, 2016. Volume II, Issue 1 (First Quarterly Issue) Page 5 HERO’s Photo Exhibit showcases its history One of the highlights during the celebration of H.E.R.O. Qatar First Founding Anniversary was the photo exhibit which showcased all the achievements and activities organized by HERO Qatar for 2015. HERO Headquarters Beautification Project This is another project of HERO Qatar in order to provide a venue for officers and committee meetings. All furniture such as tables, cabinets, white board and other office supplies were donated by sponsors and individuals through the efforts of AKRHO-Qatar Chapter. HERO volunteers Russel De Guia & Edgar De Vera devoted their time to paint the HERO headquarters MENA Marketing SAL donated boxes of Novalac and Genio milk to support the outreach program for children of MERITXELL FOUNDATION, Marikina City, Philippines. This a joint project of HERO Qatar, For Your Eyes Only & Gazera Foundation. Photo shows (LR) Dr. Mohamed Saif, Country Sales Manager, Novalac Middle East, HERO representatives, Arlene Samson and Magdalena ValContinued from page 1...HE.R.O. Qatar marks its First Year The following are the sponsors for the event : Watermaster (Qatar) W.L.L. with Mr. Pierre Boueri as the General Manager (GOLD SPONSORSHIP);Megaworld International(SILVER SPONSORSHIP),Ganda Beauty Saloon(SILVER SPONSORHIP); and for BRONZE Sponsorship are as follows: ALPHA KAPPA RHO QATAR COUNCIL, For Your Eyes Only, SIGNTECH NEON, Holiday Villa, Al Taah Projects, Generic Engineering Technologies, CI Gusta and ELEC. Page 6 HERO GAZETTE My Childhood Summer By: Maria Theresa Arenal S and neighbors. Gone were the fun-filled afternoons after siesta. Gone were the socializing and interaction. Hello ipads, iphones, play stations and other gadgets that surrounded with them. ummer is right around the corner. Winter has finally returned a handful of hours it stole from us. Goodbye winter jackets, leather pants, coats and boots. I was with a friend the other day in a Filipino restaurant when we chance to see siblings ages 5 & 8 (maybe) playing Nanay-Tatay with their hands. Just a snap, I travelled way back to my childhood. I enjoyed my childhood so much. I’m proud to say I tried our traditional games because of limited resources of toys growing up (sob..). I am lucky enough to try almost all of the creative traLuksong-tinik ditional games. You don’t need anything, just playmates and spacious area because most of the games are played outside the house. My top 10 childhood games are; 1.Patintero 2. Luksong Tinik/Baka 3.Piko 4.Sipa I missed how everyone work, play and enjoy the journey together. How I wish it can be revived. Do you remember those times? Or have you forgotten over the years/decades? But they are there, forever, in our deepest memories. The famous patintero Ohh being a child in our days! Above all I learned the simplicity of life and enjoy to the fullest. It’s a sure fire I enjoyed my childhood I have lot of stories to share so much. I’m proud to with my daughters and say I tried our traditional granddaughters in the fugames due to limited ture. But now it’s a different kind of summer. I need to True enough that as a girl outgrow my childhood and it is always born and raised in the province and befun to be with ing accustomed to such socialization and ourselves and this type of culture plus having such give ourselves wonderful moments as part of my formsome time to reative childhood years, I was shocked and lax, re-connect, transformed into a whole other world think and reflect. seeing my niece and nephews growing Well.., it’s back to up. work for me, The known “Piko” Gone the familiar ways of the tradition- hope everyone al games with friends, cousins, relatives has a wonderful day! 5.Ten-Twenty 6.Tumbang- Preso 7.Ubusang Lahi 8.Taguan 9.Bahay-bahayan 10.Langit Lupa International Women’s Day: Top 10 Health tips for Women "Too much absorbed calcium can increase the risk of kidney stones and may even increase the risk of heart disease. If you're under 50, shoot for 1,000 milligrams per day, while over -50 women should be getting 1,200 milligrams per day mainly through diet -- about three servings of calcium-rich foods such as milk, salmon, and almonds." Source: By Colleen Oakley WebMD Magazine - Feature Reviewed by Traci C. Johnson, MD, FACOG Let's face it, ladies: Doctor visits are short. And they're getting shorter. What if your doctor had more time? She might tell you the same things that OB-GYN Alyssa Dweck, MD, co-author of V Is for Vagina, wants you to know. Consider Dweck's tips your prescription for a lifetime of wellness. 1. Zap your stress. "The biggest issue I see in most of my patients is that they have too much on their plates and want to juggle it all. Stress can have significant health consequences, from infertility to higher risks of depression, anxiety, and heart disease. Find the stress-reduction method that works for you and stick with it." 2. Stop dieting. "Eating healthy doesn't mean you have to forgo your favorite glass of wine or a piece of chocolate cake now and then. The key is moderation. Get a mix of lean proteins, healthy fats, smart carbs, and fiber." 3. Don't “OD” on calcium. 4. Do more than cardio. "Women need a mix of cardio and resistance or weight-bearing exercise at least three to five times a week to help prevent osteoporosis, heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Exercise also promotes good self-image, which is really important to a woman'smental health." (Continued on page 14) Volume II, Issue 1 (First Quarterly Issue) Page 7 Bantay Kasangga recognizes HERO Qatar’s support to community service Chairman Henry Dimaano received on behalf of HERO Qatar the certificate of appreciation from Bantay Kassangga ng OFW Intl-Qatar Chapter in appreciation of its invaluable support as donor/benefactor to the Outreach and Welfare Program/Community Service Project, entitled “Helping OFW is a Virtue”. Bantay Kasangga conducted an outreach program in POLOOWWA last March 18, 2016 in partnership with HERO Qatar. HERO supports UFOQ Heart’s Day Celebration 2016 Editorial Staff of HERO Gazette, Arlene Samson and Ria Minette Baculi, together with Aladino Bulan (President of BMKQ) were emcees during the Heart’s Day Celebration organized by UFOQ last February 19, 2016. Chairman Henry Dimaano, President Kentry Ayson, Secretary-External Cheryl Marielou Valientes, and Head Coordinator Daryl Violenta also attended the said event. HERO Ambassadress visits Alma Mater HERO Qatar Ambassadress Janela Joy Cuaton visited Eulogio Rodriguez Elementary School (ERES) in Caloocan City, Philippines to provide support to her alma mater. Page 8 HERO GAZETTE H.E.R.O. organizes Bowling Event As part of the celebration of HERO Qatar’s First Founding Anniversary, a Bowling Event (Friendship Game) entitled “HERO Qatar Strikes Back” was organized last January 15, 2016 at the Qatar Bowling Center. The event was participated in by a total of 160 players from various Filipino organizations, companies and government agencies consisting of 32 participating teams. Proceeds of the activity will be for the First Founding Anniversary Celebration of HERO Qatar to be held on January 22, 2016 at Holiday Villa. His Excellency Philippine Ambassador to Doha Wilfredo C. Santos was the Guest of Honor during the event including officials and members of POLOOWWA, NHRC, AFJQ, AKRHO, PHR and PICPA. Winners of the event are the following: Pinoy Bowleros (Champion); Doha Events Factory (First Place); Dream Team (Second Place); Liza Mancao (Female Highest Scorer); Arnel mirez (Male Highest Scorer) For Your Eyes Only (Best in Uniform); HBK Hunks Team (Early Bird). Kaizen Legacy-H.E.R.O. Qatar Volleyball Team Joins W League Kaizen Legacy-H.E.R.O. Qatar Volleyball Team joined the first game of W League at Al Sadd Stadium, which was held last February 05, 2016. Officers and members of HERO Qatar supported the first game of the team. Pinoy Bowleros Team bagged the Champion Award AlLiza Mancao as Female Highest Scorer Awardee Arnel Almirez as Male Highest Scorer Awardee HERO Officer ranks 3rd highest Scorer in two bowling events HERO Qatar Secretary-External Cheryl Marielou Valientes ranked the 3rd highest scorer during the UFOQ Bowling for a Cause held last January 29, 2016 at Qatar Bowling Center. She again ranked as the 3rd highest spinner during the Bowling Event organized by D’ Fr3ndz last March 25, 2016 at Qatar Bowling Center. HERO Qatar organizes Zumba Fitness Program HERO Qatar has launched its own Zumba Fitness program entitled, “HERO Does Zumba” last March 18, 2016 at the HERO Headquarters. The first dance fitness program has been participated in by 20 Zumba enthusiasts who are also members of the organization with Ms. Ailyn Agonia, licensed Zumba Instructor, as the instructress. Ms. Agonia is also a member of HERO Qatar and a member of its Committee on Welfare and Development. This program is in line with the organization’s mission to Agonia with the 20 participants during the launching of Zumba Fitness Program promote physical fitness to its members. The program will be held every Friday from 7:00 am to 8:30 am at the HERO headquarters and is open to all its members with slots of 20-30 participants. Volume II, Issue 1 (First Quarterly Issue) Page 9 HERO joins Qatar National Sports Day H .E.R.O. Qatar Basketball team won the Championship award during the Filipino Friendship Game in celebration of Qatar National Sports Day held in Asian town (former West End Park) on February 09, 2016. The Championship game match for basketball was between HERO Qatar and Jireh Eagle basketball team. HERO Qatar basketball team consists of the following players: Ronnie Cajayon, Jason Tiongson, Sandie Lim, Billy Masbate, Mike Olino, Jaylord Arao, Pedick Quintana, Ferdie Santos and Jason Ancheta with Joel Pertez as their coach. The Most Valuable Player (MVP) for basketball has been awarded to Ronnie Cajayon. On the other hand, H.E.R.O. Qatar Volleyball HERO Qatar Basketball team won the Championship Award Team (Men’s Division) garnered the 2nd Runner Up award during the event, with Rolando Matutis and Emmanuel Skyioco as head coaches and manager of the team. The players for this team were: Boyet Cruz, Jeffrey Sarmiento, Lorenz Brual, JD Barrion, Jerald Demetillo, Gerald Duterte, Resty Medalla, Dale Villanueva, Dan Constantino, Camilo Villarante III, Mon Viray, Raymond Caidic, Emmanuel Sykioco and Rolando Matutis. The activity was participated in by several Filipino sports enthusiasts from various Filipino organizations with a total of 6 basketball teams, 4 volleyball teams (women’s division) and 4 volleyball teams (men’s division). The participating basketball teams during the event are as follows: Peace, HERO Qatar, Chowking, Jireh Eagle, Pampanga Dragons and Industrial Boys. For the ladies volleyball teams, the participating teams were: Godspeed Angels, Lady Stallions-Buster, Chermes and Effervescence. For the men’s volleyball, the participating teams are as follows: Peace, HERO Qatar, Purple Dads and Palaboys. The event included other activities such as Fun Run and tug-of-war. The Minister of Culture and Sports, Salah Bin Ghanem Al-Ali also visited during the event. Another member of HERO Qatar who is also a member of MusikHERO Qatar, Alen Peñaflor won the award for the Basketball half court shoot out. The officers and committees of HERO Qatar led by its Founding Chairman, Henry Dimaano and President Kentry BeltranAyson attended and supported the whole day activity. The event was supported by several Filipino organizations led by Delfin Montenegro, Secretary of the United Filipino Organizations in Qatar (UFOQ). HERO Supports UFOQ’s Bowling for a Cause HERO joins D’ Fr3ndz Bowling Event Volunteers of HERO Qatar participated during the “Bowling for a Cause” event of UFOQ which was held last January 29, 2016 at Qatar Bowling Center. Proceeds will benefit Madel Buluag & Mary Gem Josue (OFWs in Qatar diagnosed with cancer). HERO volunteers joined the Bowling Event of D’ Fr3ndz held last March 25, 2016 at Qatar Bowling Center. The event is part of the pre-anniversary of the dance group which will be held on April 15, 2016. Page 10 HERO GAZETTE HERO Qatar expresses its appreciation to the following companies & organizations: Engr. & Mrs. Jerry Dee Lovely Capuz Volume II, Issue 1 (First Quarterly Issue) Page 11 Page 12 HERO GAZETTE FEATURED GROUP: The making of K araoke and acoustic sessions have become a regular bonding activity at HERO Headquarters. Then one day, Ehdan was surprised with an electric guitar as a birthday gift from his close friend, Popoy. Coincidentally, Jhong, Jojo, Tan Tan , Jayvee, Neil and Marvin share the same passion. Upon seeing the potential of creating a band, HERO Qatar has launched MUSIKHERO, the official band of the organization, during its HERO Qatar Chairman First year Founding Anniversary last January 22, 2016. Henry Dimaano started completing the musical light to the audience. The Philippines. What sets instruments, sound sys- name is only fitting be- them apart from the othtem and the members of cause first of all it sound- er bands in Qatar is that the band, simuled very prior to MusikHERO, taneously a muPinoy they are committed HE“MusikHERO is an alternative band, sic room. and all RO members who basicalwhich was officially launched on MusikHEof them ly just want to share their January 22, 2016” RO is an alternaare blessings and give some tive band, which memhelp to our fellow OFWs. was officially launched on bers of HERO Qatar. Thus, their aim is to January 22, 2016, during make music for charity. the First Founding AnniThe talented memLet us get to know more versary celebration of bers of MusikHERO hail about the band members HERO Qatar held at the from the National Capital of MusikHERO. Holiday Villa & Resi- Region, Northern and dence. Their rendition of Southern parts of the (continued on page 13) mix genre was truly a de- Volume II, Issue 1 (First Quarterly Issue) Page 13 Members of MusikHERO Tan-Tan “Lead Guitarist” The Tattoo Brother of Laguna Neil “Lead Guitarist” – The Doting Father of Bataan Jhong “Drummer” The Cool Guy of Bataan Jojo “Bass Guitarist” The Gentle Giant of Pampanga Ehdan “Bass & Rhythm & Guitarist” Mr. Friendship of Bataan Jayvee “Rhythm Guitarist” The Faithful Husband of Cavite Marvin “Lead Bass Guitarist” The Good Son of Zamboanga Ron “Vocalist” The Varsity Player of Batangas Joel “Vocalist” The Winning Basketball Coach of Ilocos Sophia “Vocalist” The Acoustic Princess of Pasig City Aaliyah “Vocalist” The Pretty Lass of Makati City Gazette HERO articles, welcomes her photographs & ot from materials r, contributors. The edito edit reserves the right to articles for or reject ur publication. For yo n a d comments pl ea se cont ri butions, at us email ail. herogazette2015@gm com . CORE VALUES OF H.E.R.O. Q ATAR Like us on FACEBOOK H.E.R.O. Qatar HERO Gazette Arlene Mandal-Samson Editor Ria Minette Baculi Continued from page 6 —Top 10 Health tips for Women... Associate Editor Arkan Pabatao News & Sports Editor Maria Theresa Arenal Feature & Literary Editor Pauline Cadampog Contributor Spongy Bulanadi Photographer Henry Dimaano George Babiano Alvin Abainza, Ph.D. Ailyn Agonia Advisers 5. Think about fertility. "While many women have no problem getting pregnant in their late 30s and even into their early 40s, a woman's fertility may start to decline as early as 32. So if you want to have kids, talk to your doctor about options, like freezing your eggs." 6. Appreciate birth control. "Birth control gets a bad rap, but not only can it keep you from getting pregnant before you're ready, studies show it can lower the risk of uterine and ovarian cancer as well as regulate your cycle 7. See your doctor every year. Make sure you get a Pap test to check for cervical cancer every 3 years if you are 21 or older. If you are 30-65, you can get both a Pap test and HPV test every 5 years. Older than that, you may be able to stop testing if your doctor says you are low risk. If you are sexually active and have a higher risk for STDs, get tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis yearly. Take an HIV test at least once, more frequently if you’re at risk. Don't skip your yearly checkup. Your doctor needs to annually assess many other issues such as potential infection, your need forcontraception, and sexual complaints." 8. Have good sex. "Sex reduces stress and may lower the risk of chronic disease -- but only if you enjoy it. If anything prevents you from sexual fulfillment, such as dryness or pain, talk to your doctor to find a solution." 9. Get more sleep. ."Sleep needs differ, but if you have trouble getting out of bed, tire easily, or have trouble concentrating, you likely aren't getting enough. Recent studies suggest this can put you at greater risk of heart disease and psychological problems." 10. Consider genetic testing. "Doctors can now screen people with a family history of breast cancer,ovarian cancer, and and chronic diseases to assess their risk - and then consider preventive measures. Talk to your doctor." Source: www.webMD.com