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January 15, 2021

Compassion and excellence at the heart of Cardinal Santos Medical Center

Clinical excellence has always been the core of Cardinal Santos Medical Center’s (CSMC) services—from its medical staff composed of some of the most respected doctors today, to the technology that it uses to bring the most groundbreaking services to its patients.

Clinical excellence throughout the years. Dr. Zenaida Javier-Uy, Senior Vice-President and Chief Medical Officer of Cardinal Santos Medical Center shares how the hospital has continuously strived to be at the forefront of the medical industry by providing innovative services and investing in groundbreaking technologies.

“Clinical excellence encompasses a lot of things, not just excellent doctors in terms of knowledge, but excellence in being an innovator—leading the pack, so to speak. The patients seek out our services because they know how good our doctors are. It also encompasses the services we offer and how our people take care of our patients. We continuously improve on our

ways as we remain determined to be top of mind for our patients when and if they need to go to a hospital,” said Dr. Zenaida Javier-Uy, Chief Medical Officer of CSMC.

Dr. Javier-Uy has been with CSMC for forty-two years and has witnessed how the hospital has continuously strived to be at the forefront of the medical industry over the years.

This brand of clinical excellence has been the driving factor behind CSMC’s investments in groundbreaking technologies, which in turn has enabled it to offer some of its most innovative services like Gamma Knife Surgery. Considered to be the gold standard technique in Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Gamma Knife Surgery allows neurosurgeons to make no incisions as they treat sensitive ailments of the brain, making the procedure simple, painless, and straightforward.

“We really take pride in being first in a lot of things,” Dr. Javier-Uy adds.

Passion for people. (Dr. Zenaida Javier-Uy, Senior Vice-President and Chief Medical Officer, with the Medical Executive Committee of Cardinal Santos Medical Center) The hospital continues to attract the best minds in the industry as it consistently strengthens its development programs for their doctors, nurses, and hospital staff.

Complementing these technological innovations, CSMC continues to provide training and development tools to its people to ensure that they are equipped with the necessary advanced skills. For medical professionals, CSMC has established Philippine Center for Advanced Surgery - Minimally Invasive Training Center (PCAS-MISTC). The PCAS-MISTC is the first of its kind in the Philippines and is one of the few MIS facilities on advanced surgery in Asia.

For the nursing underboards in their team, CSMC has launched Project Apple, a development program that enables them to pursue their dreams to be a fully licensed nurse. Project Apple was designed to establish a robust nursing talent pipeline for the organization while helping transform lives in the process.

For Dr. Javier-Uy, these programs are a testament to the hospital’s passion for their people which, in turn, attracted some of the best medical minds to the hospital.

“To most of us CSMC is home, we are a really family-oriented hospital,” she says.

Just like they treat their people as family, CSMC gives the same level of value to their patients.

“Here at CSMC, you are family. That is our corporate brand, but truly that’s how all of us feel. When you are here in CSMC you are part of a caring and loving family,” Dr. Javier-Uy explained.

This marriage between medical expertise and compassion is what cemented Cardinal Santos Medical Center’s commitment to provide world-class healthcare to its patients.

But what really drives CSMC’s continuous commitment to deliver excellent service and compassionate care is the institution’s rootedness to the Catholic faith—the very faith that, according to Dr. Javier-Uy, provides clarity, resolve, and direction for many of their medical staff.

“It is our faith that has played a big role on how we take care of our patients and why malasakit is an extremely important value of the hospital,” Dr. Javier-Uy concluded.

For more information about these services and others that CSMC offers, please visit https://cardinalsantos.com.ph/. CSMC is also on Facebook, like and follow them at www.facebook.com/CardinalSantos.

What Makes Tiktok Hashtags So Powerful?

TikTok hashtags help categorize content, attract followers, and even connect other followers with one another.

As the app continues to expand and grow, TikTok becomes event more relevant. It has grown into more than just a platform for trending challenges and dance videos and has transformed into a thriving online community where everyone is welcomed with open arms.

Hashtags have played a huge role in TikTok's evolution, helping curate the viewing experience of each user, and giving creators a boost as they grow their presence and following on the app. But what is it exactly that makes hashtags so powerful? These five things, for starters.

1. Hashtags help you reach the right audiences

Users looking for specific content can tap on a hashtag to search for what they want. When you use the appropriate hashtags in your posts, you become more discoverable to the followers that you want to attract.

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2. You can raise greater awareness with the help of hashtags

Breaking news reports, pressing issues, and current events that matter can gain more attention through hashtags that raise awareness on the app.

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3. Starting a movement is easy using hashtags

You can show support for issues that you are passionate about, and even start your own online movement by creating your own TikTok hashtags.

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4. You can gain support for causes through hashtags

Hashtags can help connect people who are fighting for the same causes. These are also great tools for gaining support from like-minded users on the app.

5. Hashtags can drive meaningful conversations

Everyone has a voice on TikTok. With the help of hashtags, more voices can be heard, and anyone who wants to engage in a meaningful exchange of ideas gets the chance to do so.

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A good example for how hashtags can be used to start a movement is TikTok Philippines' own #TikTokSkwela. This hashtag was used for TikTok's EDU year-end campaign, which ran from November 20 to December 4, 2020. The campaign focused on giving back to the TikTok community - the viewers, creators, and anyone who contributed to making the entire EDU project a success.

In the midst of tough times, through this hashtag, the community banded together, supported one another, and fostered growth, while still having fun. Since it was created, #TikTokSkwela has generated 6.2K posts, and 633.1M views in the Philippines, and these numbers still continue to grow.

Be sure to check out the different TikTok hashtags that are relevant to you, in order to enrich your experience on the app. Download TikTok on your iOS and Android devices today to get started.

About TikTok

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok has global offices including Los Angeles, Mountain View, New York, London, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Mumbai, Singapore, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo. www.tiktok.com.

No office? No problem. Work more efficiently with these must-haves from Shopee! 10 Work from Home Essentials You Need for a More Productive 2021

MANILA, JANUARY 15, 2021 - We’re all finding it a little difficult to swing back into the rhythm at work after the holidays. After all, the current work-from-home setup makes it even trickier—you have to deal with distractions such as an inviting bed, loud neighbors, and clingy pets.

Still struggling to maximize your efficiency at home, even with months of working remotely under your belt? This new year, use a few key products to make working from home a breeze! Check them out below.

Mumuso LED Desk Lamp

Great lighting wakes you up and gets you in the zone—plus it brightens up your face for work video calls. This sleek lamp features three adjustable levels of brightness.

Papemelroti Planner

Stay on top of projects and deadlines with a planner. This pocket notebook, which is made of 100% recycled paper, features monthly spreads printed in black and white.

Hydro Flask Water Bottle

A tumbler full of your power drink of choice—whether a coffee, smoothie, or even just water—will get you through the day. Choose an insulated one to keep your beverage hot or cold for hours.

Socone Seat Cushion

You spend most of your day perched on your office chair, so make it as comfortable an experience as possible. This soft, comfortable cushion can be used on the seat or back of your chair.

Soundpeats Desk Organizer

A cluttered workspace muddles up your brain. Organize your desk so you can clear your head and work on your deliverables more efficiently. This storage box features a 9-piece pen holder, 3 storage compartments, and a drawer.

Akari Extension Cord

Got lots of gadgets to charge and only one outlet in your working area? An extension cord is a lifesaver! Choose a product with different sockets, such as this one. It has 3 gang universal sockets, 2 gang multi-purpose sockets, and a 3-meter wire.

Lotus Activewear Wrist & Ankle Weights

If you’re finding it difficult to fit workouts into your busy schedule, sneak them in while on the job. With wrist and ankle weights, who’ll ever know? Each pair of this hypoallergenic, antibacterial set weighs 0.5 lbs.

Buzzbee Mini LED Speaker

A Bluetooth speaker helps you connect with your colleagues better on weekdays, and relax more on weekends. This product boasts of a working range of up to 10m and a working time of 5 hours.

Bostanten Blue Light Glasses

Remember to take care of your eyes—you spend more or less eight hours in front of the computer screen for work, after all. Blue light lenses prevent eye strain and aid in better sleep, thanks to a coating that filters harmful light emitted by digital screens.

Plextone Diffuser/Humidifier

Enjoying the chilly weather? Don’t forget to use a humidifier to improve air quality in your working space. This also works as a diffuser for all your favorite relaxing scents. Its aesthetically pleasing design would spruce up your desk as well.

Check out more authentic products at the lowest prices on https://shopee.ph.

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About Shopee

Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. It is a platform tailored for the region, providing customers with an easy, secure, and fast online shopping experience through strong payment and logistical support. Shopee aims to continually enhance its platform and become the region’s e-commerce destination of choice.

Shopee has a wide selection of product categories ranging from consumer electronics to home & living, health & beauty, baby & toys, fashion, and fitness equipment.

Shopee, a Sea company, was first launched in Singapore in 2015 and has since expanded its reach to Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines. Sea is a leader in digital entertainment, e-commerce, and digital financial services across Southeast Asia. Sea's mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology and is listed on the NYSE under the symbol SE.

January 14, 2021

Forbes names Brother one of World’s Best Employers in 2020: Positive work culture and prudent COVID-19 response earns Brother high spot on the ranking

MANILA, January 14, 2021 – Influential business publication Forbes Magazine names Brother Industries, Ltd. as one of the “World’s Best Employers” in this year’s edition of the prestigious list released last October.

With a ranking of 130 among 750 multinationals and corporations from 45 countries, this achievement is the first in Brother’s storied history. The survey, which Forbes did with German market research firm Statista, was conducted from June to July this year.

A positive and employee-friendly company culture that places a premium on talent development, gender equality, social responsibility, and economic footprint, as well as the corporation’s deft response to the global COVID-19 pandemic are what landed Brother on the list.

“We are honored to be highlighted on Forbes’s ‘World’s Best Employers’ list this year, and it only goes to show that our success cannot be achieved without the valuable effort and contributions of our employees. It’s most important to all of us to make sure our people are well-taken care of,” said Brother Philippines President Glenn Hocson.

For more news and updates about Brother, customers may visit our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BROTHERatyourside/.

They can also call the Brother Helpdesk Hotline at (02) 8 581-9898, or through the toll-free line at 1-10-BROTHER or send an email to helpdesk@brother.com.ph.

Start the New Year Strong by Setting a New GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title with Datu Puti!

Ushering in a new year is always another chance for new beginnings and goals for the upcoming days. If you’re tired of the usual resolutions, why not add setting a world record on your 2021 to-do list?

To bring a high-spirited tone for the year ahead, Datu Puti is giving Filipinos something fun, lighthearted, and uplifting to kick off 2021. This year, the beloved vinegar brand will attempt to achieve a unique world record. In a virtual event that brings as many people as possible in a single virtual Zoom conference, Datu Puti hopes to set the official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most people dipping food into vinegar online simultaneously and doing the iconic “Mukhasim” face.

“We’re hopeful that 2021 will be a better year for all of us,” shares Mario Mendoza, Marketing Director for Kitchen Fundamentals, “We want to welcome it together, as one Mukhasim Nation, with the positive vibes and energy of a fun attempt at a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the Philippines.”

The program will be hosted by Mukhasimbassador Sam YG. Joining the fun are a number of local celebrities and personalities such as actor and host Eric “Eruption” Tai and actress and singer Maymay Entrata, to name a few.

Everyone who joins the attempt will receive a digital certificate as proof of their world record attendance. Those with the best Mukhasim faces will also receive a special gift from Datu Puti and be featured on the brand’s social media posts.

How’s that for starting 2021 with a bang? Looking for a new kind of achievement?

Set a world record with Datu Puti’s #MukhasimNation happening on January 24! Simply visit http://bit.ly/MukhasimWorldRecord, fill out the form completely, and wait for the confirmation email. Once confirmed, all you need to prepare is your favorite Datu Puti vinegar variant, a dish or snack to dip in the sauce—and of course, your best #Mukhasim face!