Addressing Dementia: Why Early Action and Everyday Brain Care Matter

     Dementia currently affects more than 57 million people worldwide, with nearly 10 million new cases diagnosed each year. It is the seventh leading cause of death globally and a major contributor to disability among older adults. Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia, accounts for up to 70% of these cases. In the Philippines, the impact goes beyond the patients themselves. Because care is still largely home-based and formal support services remain limited, families—especially women—carry most of the caregiving responsibilities. Women also face higher risks of disability and mortality, adding to the weight of this challenge.

     To address these gaps, the Philippine Dementia and Alzheimer Care Policy (House Bill No. 185) has been filed in the House of Representatives. The measure seeks to establish a national program for early detection, treatment, and comprehensive support for both patients and caregivers. As Congress deliberates on this bill and with World Alzheimer’s Day approaching this September, LAC Philippines underscores the urgent need for accessible brain health solutions that safeguard cognitive function and improve quality of life.

Addressing Dementia: Why Early Action and Everyday Brain Care Matter

Sumakses na! Ninong Ry, Suzzysaur, and Maki for PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid

     All it takes is a strong, reliable internet connection to turn once-distant dreams into everyday realities. From starting an online business to becoming the next internet sensation – more Filipinos today are exploring fresh opportunities, kids are learning beyond the classroom, and dreamers are sharing their talents with the world. 

     This is exactly what PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid captures in its latest campaign “Hall of Fame”, spotlighting three of today’s favorite online personalities: food content creator Ninong Ry, gaming streamer Suzzysaur, and singer-songwriter Maki. As digital platforms continue to redefine careers in content creation, remote work, and entrepreneurship, the “Hall of Fame” campaign celebrates this transformation by highlighting real-life stories of Filipinos who turned their passion into profession, all powered by a strong and reliable fiber connection. 

Sumakses na! Ninong Ry, Suzzysaur, and Maki for PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid

Sumakses with PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid. PLDT Home introduces its Fiber Prepaid Brand Ambassadors gaming streamer Suzzysaur, food content creator Ninong Ry, and singer-songwriter Maki together with Senior Vice President and Head of PLDT Home John Y. Palanca, Vice President and Head of Home Fixed Broadband Roy Victor E. Añonuevo, and Vice President and Head of Home Marketing Communications Ina Pineda.

Patience, Chemistry, ‘Pusong PLDT’: High Speed Hitters Heading to 1st PVL Finals Match

     It’s time. After seemingly elusive chances at the podium in the past conferences, the PLDT High Speed Hitters are finally closing in on their first-ever Premiere Volleyball League (PVL) championship as they take on the Chery Tiggo Crossovers this Sunday at the Mall of Asia Arena.

     The Manuel V. Pangilinan-backed team definitely revved their momentum all the way up to a fever pitch. Finishing the short but sweet PVL off-season conference undefeated, the High Speed Hitters took out the Creamline Cool Smashers with a heart-thumping 5-set victory in the semifinals do-or-die.

Patience, chemistry, ‘pusong PLDT’: High Speed Hitters reveal game plan heading to 1st PVL finals match

5 Things Wednesday Addams Taught us About True Friendship

     Have you ever noticed how the shows we stream often reflect the way we live? Whether you're deep into a solo binge-watch or sharing gasp-worthy moments with family on the couch, the best stories stick with us. And with the seamless connection of PLDT Home Fiber, these cinematic worlds come to life without interruption, making it even easier to find powerful life lessons from our favorite shows. It shouldn’t be surprising then that Netflix’s hit series Wednesday offers more than thrills and mystery – it’s packed with insights that resonate with both ourselves and the people around us.

     You see, Nevermore Academy might be full of monsters and mayhem, but it also gave us one of the most unexpected – and heartwarming – friendships on TV: Wednesday Addams and werewolf Enid Sinclair. While one is a macabre mystery-solver and the other a colorful, social butterfly, their dynamic throughout the first season revealed a surprising amount about what it truly means to be a friend. Here are the five most important friendship lessons you can pick up from Wednesday and Enid:

5 Things Wednesday Addams Taught us About True Friendship

For Life's Uninterrupted Moments, PLDT Home is Always ON

     In homes where life never stops and every second matters, PLDT Home introduces a game-changing innovation designed for today’s fast-paced, always-connected lifestyle. PLDT Home’s Always On, the country’s first hybrid modem with built-in fiber and LTE backup, ensures uninterrupted connectivity so Filipino families can stay online no matter what. From early-morning meetings and online classes to streaming marathons and remote work setups, staying connected has become a non-negotiable part of daily life. 

     “Always On was built around the realities of how Filipinos live and work today—complex, multitasking, and digitally-driven,” said John Y. Palanca, Senior Vice President and Head of Home Consumer Business, Sales and Development at PLDT. “At PLDT Home, we are committed to creating innovative solutions that meet the real needs of our customers. Even a moment of disconnection can mean missed opportunities or lost time with loved ones. That’s why Always On is more than just a device. It’s our promise to keep families connected when it matters most.”

For Life's Uninterrupted Moments, PLDT Home is Always ON