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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)
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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)
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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.
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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.
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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.
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HERO Qatar expresses its appreciation to the following companies & organizations:
Engr. & Mrs. Jerry Dee
Lovely Capuz
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FEATURED GROUP: The making of
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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-
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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
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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