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A British study investigated whether there were any benefits of standing at work over sitting.©carlosseller/shutterstock.com (London, United Kingdom–AFP) – Sitting down is no worse for you than standing up as long as you take regular exercise, a British study said Monday, casting doubt on the health benefits of sit-stand work stations. The study also challenged advice from the UK National Health Service (NHS) based on other studies stating that “remaining seated for too long is bad for your health, regardless of how much exercise you do.” Exeter University and University College London researchers followed more than 5,000 people over a 16-year period and their findings were published in the International Journal of Epidemiology. “Any stationary posture where energy expenditure is low may be detrimental to health, be it sitting or standing,” said Melvyn Hillsdon from Exeter’s sport and health sciences department. “The results cast doubt on the benefits of sit-stand work stations, which employers are increasingly providing to promote healthy working environments.” The research found there was no influence on mortality risk for participants from sitting at work, during leisure time or watching television. The NHS said on its website in advice published last year that there was “increasing evidence” linking excessive sitting with being obese, type 2 diabetes, some types of cancer, and premature death. It recommends an active break from sitting every 30 minutes, citing expert Professor Stuart Biddle saying: “Sitting needs breaking up.” “Do some tasks standing, like having coffee and chats, or even writing a letter –- Ernest Hemingway Read More …

Bossa Nova Queen Sitti (MNS photo) MANILA (Mabuhay) — Five months after her wedding, Bossa Nova Queen Sitti launched her album “Singles Bossa Nova Trio.” “Sobrang saya ko na makapaglabas kami ng bagong album this time, ‘yung compositions ko ang bida sa album na ito,” Sitti told members of the entertainment media during the CD launching. The singer said her newest CD, with its carrier single “Ligaya,” is the last album she recorded before she tied the knot with Joey Ramirez last May 29. Sitti admitted that there’s been lot of changes in her life after her wedding but stressed that she still has time for her music. “I feel deeper, parang mas may kabuluhan lahat, may hugot lahat, mas masaya, mas panatag,” she said. “What I love about my husband is he still pushes me to work, to sing. So kung mawawala man ako ng ilang linggo for his work ay nakakabawi naman sa singing ko….Whatever I do, he will support [me], [he’s] very supportive,” added Sitti. Asked when she and her husband will have a baby, the singer said: “Kapag ibinigay ni Lord, go!” (MNS)

Loyd Aler with Nile Villanueva, Sales Manager of DCH Toyota of Torrance. Nile is the new addition to dealership’s Filipino Department. The Toyota Highlander started the midsize crossover SUV category 15 years ago, so it had a head start on becoming a benchmark. The third-generation model, now entering its third year, offers room for up to eight, a choice of three powertrains and four model grades. It all adds up to the ideal family vehicle. The Highlander didn’t need much to get even better for 2016, but Toyota went ahead and made the towing package standard on all V6 models. The package includes a heavy-duty radiator with engine oil cooler, 200-watt fan coupling, supplemental transmission oil cooler and 150-amp alternator and allows the V6 models to tow a trailer up to 5,000 pounds. Other powertrain choices include a 2.7-liter 4-cylinder in the LE front-drive model, and Hybrid Synergy Drive with 280 total system horsepower. The four-cylinder and the V6 are both teamed with a six-speed automatic transmission. The Highlander is sized for families with up to 158.7 cu. ft. total cabin volume.  That includes 13.8 cu. ft. with the third seating row in use – a 34-percent increase over the previous generation (2013 model). With the 60/40 split fold-flat third-row seats lowered, cargo space expands up to 42.3 cu. ft. and then up to 83.7 cu. ft. with the 60/40 split fold-flat second row also lowered.  The second row offers bench seating for three, or two captain’s chairs featuring a Read More …

Members of Akbayan Partylist hold a protest, urging senators to thoroughly investigate the alleged syndicated eye scam, at the Senate of the Philippines in Pasay City on Thursday. Complaints have been raised against unscrupulous eye clinics that have performed scores of unnecessary medical operation on patients in order to bloat their payment claims from Philhealth. (MNS Photo) MANILA (Mabuhay) — The Palace said it continues to work on improving the country’s healthcare system particularly by expanding the coverage of the universal health care program, a Palace official said. According to the 2015 Quality of Death study index, the Philippines lacks government-led strategy for the development and promotion of national palliative care services. But in a radio interview on Saturday, Deputy presidential Abigail Valte said that although the government has programs for palliative care, its major thrust is having universal healthcare, noting they want a wider coverage of PhilHealth. “Kasi ito ang existing system natin for insurance or at least healthcare ng Pilipino. So in-improve natin ang services ng PhilHealth, at ngayon mas marami na nang sakit ang covered ng PhilHealth,” Valte old dzRB Radyo ng Bayan. The government reformed the PhilHealth system, she said, noting they removed the discretion on certain illnesses and standardized the range of diseases covered. Aside from from removing the discretion, she said PhilHealth also increased the number of health issues under its coverage, Valte said. “Mayroon na nga tayong Z-benefits package targeting ‘yung mga mas widespread na illnesses,” she explained. PhilHealth now also has 100 Read More …

President Benigno S. Aquino III, assisted by Tarlac State University (TSU) president Dr. Myrna Mallari and Commission on Higher Education (CHED) chairperson Patricia Licuanan, dons an academic gown, hood, cap and medal during the Conferment of the Degree of Doctor of Humanities (Honoris Causa) at the Reception Hall of the Malacañan Palace on Thursday (May 14, 2015). (MNS photo) MANILA  (Mabuhay) — The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) has declared November 17 and 20 as “school holidays” to give way to the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting. Leonida Calagui, CHED-National Capital Region director, said in her memo dated September 18 that the said dates are declared school holidays “to contribute to the security of the APEC Leaders and avoid road infractions/traffic alterations.” “All higher education institutions in the National Capital Region are hereby enjoined to give their students alternative activities and assignments to keep them off campus and roads on the said dates.” the memo reads. In a separate memo issued by the Department of Education’s National Capital Region office, it also suspended classes on November 17 and 20 due to the APEC meet slated on November 18 and 19. President Benigno Aquino III has declared November 18 and 19 as non-working holidays. The meeting will be held at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City.(MNS)