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Vol. 8 Issue 2 Official publication of the Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. July-December 2014

UE TYKFI Scholars and Grantees Recognition Day

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e form our lives, we create ourselves, and you’ve helped me shaped my future—a brighter future!” shared by UE-TYKFI Scholarship Alumna, Ms. Michelle Nuguid in her response speech at the University of the East-Tan Yan Kee Foundation 17th annual Scholarship and Grantees Recognition Day. The event was held at the Grand Ballroom, Century Park Hotel last August 18, 2014.

TYKFI Chairman and President Dr. Lucio C. Tan was joined by Trustee Marixi R. Prieto, Trustee Paul Riley and Corporate Secretary Janet Tan Lee of Tan Yan Kee Foundation; UE Vice Chairman Jaime J. Bautista, Trustee Carmelita G. Mateo and Trustee Dante O. Tinga; UE Officers and Faculty members led by President Ester Garcia; UERMMMC President Romeo A. Divinagracia and Dean Alfaretta T. Reyes; and officers of the Tan Yan Kee Foundation. Also present were the past scholars and grantees. Dr. Tan personally congratulated the SY 2014-2015 new and continuing scholars and grantees numbering 262 (260 from UE and 2 from UERMMMC).

In her speech, alumna Michelle Nuguid recounted her reaction when she first heard that she was admitted to the scholarship program, “I have lofty dreams. I was 2nd year high school in the Sisters of Mary School when I first heard of this selfless Foundation. Hearing this, I felt it was a dream come true; the sound of free quality education for someone who could not

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afford it is like music to my ears. It enlightened my spirit.

It fueled my strong desire to succeed…” She continued, “When my sister-in-charge told me that I passed this scholarship, I jumped so high

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she faced at that time and how she handled it, “I was not born wealthy. I have experienced so many struggles in life... And I have promised myself that I would not stay in the rot. Just like a battlefield, I’ve tried to

that almost hit the ceiling.

(Call it exaggeration but that was how I felt. I was in cloud nine.) The feeling of passing the UE-Tan Yan Kee Scholarship Exam.” She then bravely shared the challenge

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be firm. I’ve known for a fact that I was armored with my strong desire to succeed. My dream to become a Certified Public Accountant served as a tapestry.”

Parent and part-time faculty, Mr. Cayetano Geli inspired everyone to look at Dr. Lucio C. Tan as a role model, “If one is to evaluate Sir Lucio Tan’s key to success it would be this ‘GOALS plus ACTION = SUCCESS’. It is that to be successful in any endeavor, one needs to have Goals plus Actions to support for it to be a reality.

GOALS will serve as your light house or as a beacon in your departure while ACTION will simply help you escape from your fantasy.” He continued, “If ever you would need a model to emulate take a look at Sir Lucio Tan for he will serve as your beacon in your today and days to come.”

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reach your dreams. As they say— carpe diem—or seize the day!

When I was in college, I had to support myself. Life was diffi­ cult then. My family didn’t have much. But I do not dwell on the hardships. Instead, I look back at the lessons learned.

I believe difficult times help shape character. The hardships made me appreciate that what comes from hard work and dedi­ cation are rare and lasting gems that can never be taken away.

It is precisely this wisdom that I hope you will take to heart. Work hard. Don’t waste time and opportunity. Think of how you can best help others and the country. Your scholarships are just the beginning. How you make use of this opportunity will ultimately spell the difference for you and your family’s future.

Congratulations to all of you.

Meanwhile, current student and scholar Louis Fernandez posted a challenge to his fellow scholars: “To my fellow scholars, let’s not waste this amazing opportunity given to us. All we need to do is work hard and believe in ourselves as much as the people around us do. Remember, this isn’t just for ourselves anymore.

Let’s make our professors, our deans, our university and our parents proud.”

Dr. Lucio C. Tan’s Message

UE and Tan Yan Kee Founda­ tion, Inc. take education—good education—to heart. We believe that higher learning is the solid foundation for growth and devel­ opment.

My, father, after whom we lovingly named our Foundation, was a true believer and lover of

education. He taught my siblings and me the value of hard work and learning. He believed that education is a key that opens many doors. To this day, I trea­ sure my father’s wise counsel.

It is my sincere hope that all of you 77 new scholars and grantees and 185 continuing scholars will always work hard and strive for excellence. What you have is a rare opportunity to 3

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t the end of the program, everyone especially the new scholars were fired up to do their best in the years to come. At the interviews, the scholars and alumna expressed their gratitude towards the Foundation for helping their families not just through the scholarship duration but moving forward as well, since they are now supporting their families financially. “I just want to promise that I will study harder and to graduate with flying colors. I want also to help Tan Yan Kee Foundation and University of the East in their mission towards quality education,” committed

by April Dorothy Ellorin, BSA Scholar. Truly, as Nelson Mandela said, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”

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Grade 3 Teachers Attend ‘Teaching Reading in English’ Workshop

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he Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. (TYKFI), in partnership with DepEd Region I headed by Regional Director Teresita M. Velasco, brought 27 Grade 3 teachers from La Union, Ilocos Sur, and Nueva Vizcaya to attend a 3-day Teachers Training program at the Reading Dynamics Center at Ortigas Center, Pasig City last April 7-9, 2014.

The program is aimed to provide academic, technical, and moral support and guidance for Grade 3 teachers for the K-12 system of education. The focus is on Grade 3 as pupils in this level face the challenge of transitioning from mother tongue-based instruction to English-based instruction.

The educator, Dr. Aurora Roldan, imparted her knowledge on Theory of Concept Develop-

ment and other teaching models:

To address creativity in order to tap into the other kinds of intelligence besides linear, logical, cognitive IQ, namely linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, musical, bodily-kinesthetic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, and naturalist. Creativity is involved in the higher-level thinking skills of concept development. Thus, there is a balance between what to teach and how to teach, between cognitive mastery and creativity enhancement;

To address, assess, and enrich the teacher’s own concept of teaching reading unto the ultimate goal of developing conceptualizing students. This is because the teacher is the single most important factor in the educational system; and

To shift the teachers’ paradigm from the traditional approach in the teaching of reading

to acquiring and internalizing a general knowledge of the conceptual approach, applying Understanding by Design (UBD) in the process, thus reaching each student whether gifted, average, or slow learners.

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“The teacher is viewed as a concept developer who will be trained to gain an in-depth understanding of the pedagogical and psychological impact of an interdisciplinary approach to content reading. Through his/her own

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gifts and talents, he/she will be able to unlock his/her pupils’ verbal potentials.”

The first day was spent on a series of tests including nonlanguage mental capacity test, comprehension test, and teacher personality profile to establish a baseline of each teachers’ aptitude. The textbook, “Concept Development, Children’s Reading Laboratory 3” was also distributed. Topics discussed included:

n Rationale of a reading teacher

n 3 factors for change

n Understanding by Design and CRL series

n 9 aspects of understanding

n Backward Design

n 3 stages of UBD

n Reading as a concept development

n The foundation of the CRL texts with the process of concept development

n Expected outcomes of the CRL series

n The CRL series in action

An individualized MyersBriggs report was also given. Of course any training will not be complete without administering a feedback session and survey.

Some teaching tools touched were: Process of Concept Development (Sensory Experience, Analysis, Abstraction, and Concept Development) and the 3 Factors of Change (Environment, Process, and Content).

“The Foundation is generous in helping DepEd in addressing issues in the field. I’ve heard that aside from giving as-

sistance to teachers they build schools and train teachers. By doing this they are attaining a holistic approach in helping DepEd. I hope they will continue with this vision and mission in sharing resources to continue to touch lives of our DepEd family members,” shared by Dinah Bonao, DepEd Officer – Region 1.

The teachers showed their appreciation of the event: “The conceptual approach program is really important for us, reading teachers especially in helping our pupils. I can say that this three-day training workshop is really inspiring. It opens my mind that being a concept developer, I can make a big difference especially on the part of my pupils. I think the most challenging in applying this is making a non-reader to read. But I know this training will be of great help to make this come true. (The training will help me when I go back and teach) through applying the things that we have learned in the training workshop. Tan Yan Kee Foundation is really a big help to us especially for us in the public school especially in the financial aspect. So, we thank you for sponsoring this kind of seminar workshop and for this opportunity to be one of the trainees,” said by Liza T. Rabe, Teacher III, Ilocanos Elementary School.

“This program is a big help for the learners who are nonreaders. I am inspired with Dra. Roldan our speaker that even she is already old she still have the

Babayoan Elementary School

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Bantay East Central School

2

Buyasyas Elementary School

1

Cabaroan-Cabalangegan ES

1

Capangpangan Elementary School

1

EPS - Region I

1

Ilocanos Elementary School

3

Jose Singson Elementary School

1

Pantay Elementary School

2

Pao Elementary School

1

Raois Elementary School

1

Rugsuanan-Puroc ES

1

San Agustin (Poro) ES

4

San Julian Elementary School

1

Sidaoen Elementary School

1

Sta. Cruz Central School

4

Tan Yan Kee Elementary School

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heart to help learners making them a good reader not only by mind but also by heart. (The most challenging part in applying concept development is) to make non-readers to good readers. (When I go back to teach), I will be having a weapon now to teach the students with confidence,” shared by Maryan A. Costales, Teacher III, Santa Cruz Central School.

After the training, Chief Elementary Education Divi-

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sion (EED), Dr. Vivian Luz S. Pagatpatan under the guidance of Regional Director Teresita M. Velasco met with the trained teachers as well as their respective school heads for a Writeshop on Daily Learning Log for Grade III English applying the conceptual approach to reading education.

They were able to come up with a Daily Learning Log where K12 competences were included and became the guidance for their teaching.

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TYKFI Distributes School Supplies in Leyte

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rue generosity has no strings attached.

Generosity is giving more than you can and pride is taking less than you need.

The manner of giving shows the character of the giver more than the gift itself,” an excerpt from the opening speech in Hampipila Elementary School, Leyte during the school supplies giving ceremony last August 5-7, 2014.

The Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. (TYKFI), as part of its Adopt-a-School program, distributed school supplies to 2,298 student- beneficiaries in 12 schools in Leyte namely: Sulpa, Cambulao, Malbog, Canap, Dawahon, Ibag, Camonoan, Hampipila, Buri, Tinabilan, San Diego Elementary Schools and Villaba National Comprehensive High School - Sulpa Annex.

Present in all ceremonies were: Department of Education (DepEd) EPS Felicidad Espino-

get for it could be use in buying their food,” said Gerry Gerardo V. Calvaro, Teacher-III, Buri Elementary School.

Sustainability of the project was also assessed. The teachers were honest of their answers that it will be difficult to sustain the project due to the wear and tear of the school supplies, unless an NGO like TYKFI continues to support them. Most of the teachers committed to monitor the proper use of the school supplies. Surprisingly, one teacher committed in saving his bonuses in order to help out, “I could sustain the project even if the Tan Yan Kee Foundation Inc is not around by saving a part of my bonuses and use it to aid students/ pupils with financial incapacity,” claimed Ray L. Catampungan, Teacher I, Villaba National Comprehensive High School - Sulpa Annex. Truly, the heroism of our educators is admirable.

sa, Susan De Veyra, Ismael Posion and Gil Esplanada; from Tanduay Sales Office, Tacloban City: Tristan Santiago; and from TYKFI: Valerie Tan, Philip Sing, Jonathan Anuma and Janel-Anne Badlis. The weather was beautiful despite the monsoon rains brought about by typhoon Jose.

When asked of the long term effect of the project, the educators were one with their answer that the students will be more motivated to go to school.

“The project, if continued, would encourage the student/ pupils to go to school despite the scarcity of resources thus making every future Filipino well educated,” according to Ray L. Catampungan, Teacher I, Villaba National Comprehensive High School - Sulpa Annex. One teacher thought of a more economical benefit for the families of the beneficiaries, “…it also helps their families instead of buying of school supply the bud6

All the schools were deeply appreciative of the assistance, as shown in the speeches delivered by the school heads.

Schools in Leyte are still experiencing the impact of typhoon Yolanda, “Yes, all of us today are very much alive the first that we received graces from the people with generous heart whose desires is to give comfort to the people in need like us who are now in our ever little way moving on to complete recovery from the vast devastation during the Typhoon Yolanda,” Mr. Patricio L. Sanaco Jr., School Head Sulpa Elementary School.

“To our donor …rest assured that the goods you have given to us today will be utilized in our everyday teaching-learning process particularly in our school—the San Diego Elementary School. So in behalf of the teaching staff of San Diego Elementary School, I would like to express our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to all of you.”

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School Supplies Distribution in Day Care Centers, Nueva Vizcaya

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ay Care students, as young as they are, are also in need of proper school supplies to assist their learning. The Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. (TYKFI) recognizes those needs that’s why the foundation also reached out to Day Care centers in Nueva Vizcaya, as part of the Adopt-aSchool Program last November 11, 2014. Bags with notebooks, pad papers, pencils, and pair of slippers were handed out.

Present in the event were Nueva Vizcaya Gov. Ruth R. Padilla, Dupax del Norte Mayor Antonio G. Palugod and Vice Mayor Victorino V. Prado, Jr., Dupax Del Norte OIC MSWDO Mr. Nerio D. Fragata, Dupax del Norte DSWD Municipal Link Mr. Jayjay Zalun, Dupax del Sur Mayor Ruben S. Bas-

concillo Jr., Dupax del Sur Vice Mayor Luis E. Binay-an, Dupax del Sur MSWDO Mrs. Caridad DV Fregillana, and Dupax del Sur DSWD Municipal Link Mr. Jaypee Aquino.

Gov. Ruth Padilla emphasized how the foundation has been supporting the government objectives: “One of the CSR of the Foundation [is] education (belief in the progress of the nation through education).

TYKFI have constructed school buildings, donated computers and educational television infrastructures, concrete path way and even tire path going up to the school. [TYKFI provides] support to the program on education (13-point agenda of the Prayers N Faith).”

Mayor Antonio G. Palugod commented, “These education-

al materials are of a great help to our pupils and parents and most especially to our teachers (because most of the time our teachers are even providing school supplies to these pupils out of their own pockets). Thank you for the Tan Yan Kee Foundation- to their Chairman and President, Dr. Lucio C. Tan.”

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ben S. Basconcillo Jr., also expressed his gratitude towards the foundation, “Malaking pasa­ lamat to the Tan Yan Kee Foundation, it’s an early Christmas gift to these pupils. [Pupils], take good care of these materials.” Furthermore, Vice Mayor Luis E. Binay-an, claimed that these pupils will have a fruitful education with the help of these materials.

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School Supplies Sharing in Nueva Vizcaya

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he Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. (TYKFI) brings its Adopt-aSchool program to Nueva Vizcaya by issuing school supplies to more than 3,000 pupils from 6 districts (Sta. Fe, Aritao II, Kayapa East, Bayombong II, Kasibu East and Kasibu West) last September 2-4 and November 10, 2014. A total of 3,101 student beneficiaries from 36 schools received the gifts composed of a bag with notebooks, pad papers, pencils, and a pair of slippers (pupils from Tan Yan Kee, Buyasyas and Macdu Elementary Schools received a raincoat and school uniforms).

Present during the distribution were representatives from DepEd-Nueva Vizcaya Division, Education Program Supervisors- Helen Liban, Evelyn Ramos and Carmelita Pancho, District Supervisors and school principals/head teachers of the recipient schools, LGU representatives: Hon. Tidong Benito (Vice Mayor, Sta. Fe), Hon. Claverina Doculan (SB

Member, Aritao) and Hon. Alberto Bumolo (Mayor, Kasibu), and representatives from TYKFI (Philip Sing, Valerie Tan, Jonathan Anuma, Flora Lim and Janel-Anne Badlis). In Sta. Fe, Hon. Vice Mayor Tidong Benito started the ceremony by expressing the schools’ gratitude towards TYKFI. Absenteeism has always been one of the greatest challenges of the schools in Nueva Vizcaya.

Both the parents and teachers believe that with the new school supplies, especially the new bags, students will be motivated to go to school. “[The project] decreases the problems on absenteeism and it also improved the partnership between the LGU, parents and teachers,” shared by Teacher Arline C. Gatchalian, Yaway Elementary School. Indeed the response from the students confirmed that they are inspired to go to school, “Salamat po, gagamitin ko po lalagyanan ng notebook at pencil yung bago kong bag. Pa­ pasok po ako palagi sa school at

mag-aaral ng mabuti. Gusto ko po maging sundalo pag lumaki na ako para po makipaglaban,” commented by one of the students Adrian Bay-an, Grade 6, Canarem Elementary School.

When asked how she will help sustain the project, Teacher III Arnel Paclit from TYKES, Balete said, “We can sustain/ support the project through giving a helping hand as counterpart of each bag given by caring, 8

utilizing well the materials, motivating them to do well their task as a good citizen.”

The school heads gave warm welcome and closing remarks, voicing out how thankful they are for the school supplies and that they wish that the foundation will never cease helping the students. The schools spoke of their commitment to protect and treasure the gifts given to them, “this

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Vegetable Seeds and School Supplies Gift Giving in Samar day gives us reason to celebrate because of the bountiful love gifts to treasure and to cherish. In behalf of the 241 pupils and their parents, the 7 strong teachers, we commit ourselves to monitor and evaluate the proper utilization of the school supplies given to our dear children,” said Principal Arnel Batalla, Banganan Elementary School. At Macdu Elementary School, Education Program Supervisor Evelyn Ramos said, “I did not think twice to come to the turn-over ceremony, I am thankful to the Foundation.

Of all the schools why Macdu, how lucky they are, they gave so

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he Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. (TYKFI) reached out to 3 districts in Eastern and Western Samar namely, Hernani, Guiuan North and Basey I Districts for its Adopt-a-School supplies giving project last December 1, 2014. However, instead of just giving out school supplies, the Foundation under its Planting Calendar and Seeds Distribution Program also distributed more than 1,000 packs of various vegetable seeds to the students to aid in the more recent typhoon, “Ruby”, and still of course the more tragic typhoon “Yolanda”. This is also to support the DepEd’s “Gulayan sa Paaralan” project.

Over 2,001 students benefitted from the school supplies and seeds. The school supplies included a bag, notebooks, pad papers, pencils, and a pair of slippers. Present in the event were Atty.

Rhoan Lucero-Orebia, OIC- Assistant Regional Director, DepEd Region 8, other DepEd representatives, together with the Lucio Tan Group.

“In behalf of the three recipient schools, we from the Regional Office want to express our grateful thanks to the Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. for providing these school supplies package to these pupils. The said supplies will be a great help to them since these schools are one of the hardly hit schools by typhoon “Yolanda”. So these pupils can start anew and live normally,” expressed by Atty. Rhoan Lucero-Orebia.

much. I hope there’s a counterpart to support the Foundation efforts.”

At Yaway Elementary School, Education Program Supervisor Carmelita Pancho led the group into a song of gratitude, “Isang Thank you…dala­ wang thank you…tatlong thank you apat, lima, anim, pito… walong thank you syam na thank you sampong thank you salamt po salamat po.” The ceremonies ended with a new hope for the teachers, parents, and especially students that tomorrow will be a better day at school with their new school supplies which will support them in their studies.

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TYKFI Distributes School Supplies in Ilocos Sur & Vigan

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he Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. (TYKFI), as part of its Adopt-aSchool program, reached out to Ilocos Sur and Vigan City. The Foundation distributed school supplies to three (3) schools: Babayoan and Sidaoen Elementary Schools in Sta. Cruz District, Ilocos Sur and San Julian Elementary School in Vigan City last August 22, 2014. A total of 591 students received the school supplies consisting of a bag with notebooks, pad papers, pencils, raincoat, a pair of slippers and school uniforms.

In Babayoan Elementary School, the program started with an invocation by Rev. Fr. Saranay Respicio, followed by the welcome of School Head Mrs. Violeta Javonillo. She led the acceptance and commitment program. She said “It is a great manifestation that God is always good. It answers the problem of parents in the unavailability of complete school supplies. It lessens the burden on the part of the parents.” She also requested the parents to help them mold and nurture their children for their future depends upon their proper upbringing, help them study harder and send them to school everyday. Teacher III Elvira Ormilla committed that she will help sustain the project by “… encourage[ing] and teach[ing] them how to take care of the things they received.”

Meanwhile in Sidaoen Elementary School, the invocation was led by Bro. Emmanuel Castro, and the welcome remarks was delivered by Teacher-inCharge Mr. Frisco M. Josue.

“OVERJOYED AND GRATE­ FUL – these described what the entire Sidaoen Elementary School feels today as we welcome another blessing from kind-hearted stake­ holder of this institution – the TAN YAN KEE FOUNDATION,”

FOUNDATION.” Parents were motivated to enroll their kids in Sidaoen Elementary school because of TYKFI’s continuous support for the school, “Tatlo sa aking mga anak ay nag-aaral sa Sidaoen Elementary School kasi may tumutulong na foundation na gaya ng TYKFI,” said parent Thelma Polonio.

In San Julian Elementary School, the opening message was given by Principal II Editha C. Bagcal followed by a mes-

expressed by School Head, Mr. Frisco M. Josue in his welcome remarks. He further said “Ang pagbibigay halaga ninyo sa kapakanan ng edukasyon ng mga bata ay nagsisilbing inspirasyon upang lalo pa nilang pagbutihin ang kanilang pagaaral. Sa nasasaksihan nilang pagtulong ninyo ay laging nakatatak sa kanilang isip na minsan sa yugto ng kanilang pag-aaral ay mayroon tumutulong at yan ang TAN YAN KEE 10

sage from Vigan City Mayor Eva Medina through SPM George Villanueva. In his speech, SPM Villanueva thanked the Tan Yan Kee Foundation for the support and donations given to Vigueño children. He said, “I believe that they have made the education of our children the principal cause of their Foundation and for that we are forever grateful.

I am pleased to convey our gratitude to the Tan Yan Kee Foundation for the school supplies turned over today. I also thank you in behalf of the children and parents of Vigan, particularly those who are struggling to keep their children in school.

Thank you for fully understanding what the poor children need and hope. May you continue to include the Vigueño children in all your undertakings.” He also addressed the children, parents and teachers. He said, “To the children who are here today, treasure these opportunities that are given to you. Masur­ suro tayo koma ti agyaman ken dagiti nay ited nga makatulong iti pinagbasa yo. Subalitan tayo koma detoy nga oportunidad iti napasnek nga pinagbasa tapno maragsakan met iti Tan Yan Kee Foundation ken tapno itul­ tuloy da latta iti pinangited da iti tulong kanyatayo. Ken dagiti memestra ken nagannak, tulun­ gan tayo dagiti annak tayo tapno haan met masayang dagitoy may it-ited nga tulong kanyada. Once again, to the Tan Yan Kee Foundation, thank you for this generous gesture.”

TYKFI always ensures that the donations are what the children really need. In his speech, SPM George Villanueva pointed this out, “Thank you for fully understanding what the poor children need and hope. May you continue to include the Vigueño children in all your undertakings.”

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Students in Bulacan Receive Bags

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an Luis, Pampanga. It was a promising and hopeful afternoon for the students from San Luis Central School and San Juan

Elementary School as they were about to receive gifts from the Lucio Tan Group of Companies through Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc (TYKFI) Adopt-a-School Project. A total of 854 students which belong to the 4P’s of DSWD were brighteyed as they each accepted a bag with notebooks, pad papers, pencils, and pair of slippers from the foundation last August 30, 2014.

The ceremony started with an invocation, national

anthem then welcome addresses from Social Welfare Officer III, LGU San Luis Ms. Christine O. Centeno and Ms. Valerie Tan from TYKFI. DSWD and MSWD representatives helped the foundation distribute the goods to the students. Municipal Mayor Venancio S. Macapagal pointed out that the assistance supports the families in their expenses, “It will help the students particularly the indigents in their activities in school. It will also help their parents financially, instead of shouldering the expenses in buying the supplies, they received them free.”

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Cunanan told TYKFI on how the donations will inspire the students, “there should be commitment; the students will be inspired to go to school every day and have a feeling that they are so blessed because there are so many people who wants to help them.” She also emphasized on how the project is in line with the government program, “this will support the augmentation of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program of DSWD and level of maintainance aside from financial help. The school bag is the social army of education.”

On the other hand, a student has a unique

view on the project’s impact. Instead of just influencing the students, she said that the giftgiving somehow also changed the perspective of the parents: “the program influenced our parents in becoming aware of how important the school materials to us students,” claimed Yvonne C. Peña, Grade VI Student from San Juan Elementary School. The day ended with grateful smiles from the teachers, parents, government officials, and most especially the students.

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he Adopt-a-School program by TYKFI (Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc.) was off to an early start last August 11, 2014 at Marilao Central School for their turn over ceremony. The Foundation gave away 1,792 bags to students of the said school. The ceremony was graced by Hon. Andre Favian D. Santos, Vice Mayor of Marilao Bulacan, and Ma. Neriza F. Fanuncio, Ed. D., Public Schools District Supervisor. Representatives from TYKFI and DepEd were also present at the event.

The welcome address was given by Principal II Dr. Alexander I. Adonis and an opening message was given by Vice Mayor Andre Favian D. Santos. The signing of the Deed of Donation and Acceptance then proceeded and afterwards the main event, which is the distribution of the bags. Ms. Neriza Fanuncio delivered her acceptance speech, followed by the closing remarks by Maria Lisa P. Javier (Grade-VI Teacher).

In his message, Vice Mayor Andre Favian D. Santos mentioned how Marilao loves TYKFI, “Ang Tan Yan Kee ay mahal na mahal ang Marilao, sila rin ang nagbigay ng mga Scholarship at tumupad sa iba ko pang proyekto. Ngayong taon ito ang pinakamalak­ ing proyekto, magbibigay tayo ng kulang dalawang libong bag para sa mga estudyante ng Marilao Central School.”

A lot of students in Marilao Central School have no bags yet, and the teachers share their relief that this now will not be an excuse for absenteeism, “Maraming maraming salamat sa Tan Yan Kee Foundation, sana next year mapaaga yung tipong opening of classes kasi marami talaga dito na walang bag, napakalaking tulong nito para sa aming mga estudyante,” said Amelita Enriquez, Teacher I.

Students were also excited and grateful to use their new bags, promising that this will be a motivation for them to study well, “thank you po sa Tan Yan Kee Foundation, wala pa po kasi akong bag, promise ko po na mag-aaral ako ng mabuti at hindi na magi­ging pasaway sa teacher ko. Thank you po,” commented by Junbert Olmora, Grade 3 Student.

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s part of its Educational Program, TYKFI launched a series of schools supplies distribution project all over the country. Through Adopt-a-School Program, more than 11,000 students were given school supplies.

DISTRICT/ SCHOOL KAYAPA Macdu ES

ADOPT-A-SCHOOL PROGRAM SCHOOL SUPPLIES DISTRIBUTION PROJECT 2014 DISTRICT/ SCHOOL NUEVA VIZCAYA DIVISION

NUMBER OF PUPIL-RECIPIENTS

246

BAYOMBONG II (4P’s pupils)

NUMBER OF PUPIL-RECIPIENTS

STA. FE

Bayombong West ES

37

Bonfal Annex ES

29

Bonfal Pilot CS

34

Bonfal West ES

41

Tan Yan Kee ES

142

Cabuaan ES

21

Buyasyas ES

140

Casat ES

63

Sinapaoan ES

156

Ipil-Cuneg ES

12

Genato ES

83

Labbu ES

20

Unib PS

21

La Torre ES

19

Tactac ES (selected pupils)

39

Lingay ES

42

Sta. Fe NHS (selected students)

69

Luyang ES

31

Cauco ES

114

Masoc ES

35

Pawak ES

25 20

ARITAO Yaway ES

148

Sta. Rosa ES

Canarem ES

195

KASIBU WEST (selected pupils)

Tucanon ES

173

Macalong ES

108

Sta. Clara ES

230

Alloy ES

56

Banganan ES

237

Kongkong ES

194

Darapidap ES (selected pupils)

48

KASIBU EAST (selected pupils)

Comon CS (selected pupils)

85

Malabing ES

12

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Program 2014 at a Glance

DISTRICT/ SCHOOL

NUMBER OF PUPIL-RECIPIENTS

DISTRICT/ SCHOOL

NUMBER OF PUPIL-RECIPIENTS

Papaya ES

55

BATO

Capisaan ES

75

Dawahon ES

Dupax Del Sur

433

BURAUEN NORTH

Dupax Del Norte

590

Buri ES

150 265

PAMPANGA DIVISION (selected pupils)

San Diego ES

SAN LUIS

BARUGO I

San Juan ES

399

Ibag ES

San Luis CS

455

ABUYOG SOUTH

ILOCOS SUR DIVISION

Hampipila ES

STA. CRUZ DISTRICT

PALOMPON NORTH

Babayoan ES

198

Tinabilan ES

Sidaoen ES

115

DAGAMI NORTH

VIGAN CITY DIVISION San Julian ES BULACAN DIVISION Marilao CS LEYTE DIVISION

278

1792

128

95

Sulpa ES

134

Villaba National Comprehensive High School - Sulpa Annex

200

EASTERN SAMAR

HERNANI DISTRICT

44

Hernani CS

392

GUIUAN NORTH DISTRICT

92

Lupok ES

SAN MIGUEL Canap ES

288

SULPA DISTRICT

TOLOSA Malbog ES

95

Camonoan ES

ALANGALANG I Cambulao PS

675

WESTERN SAMAR

132

745

BASEY I DISTRICT Basey I CS GRAND TOTAL

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864 11,660

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TYKFI Brings SCIENC

Traveling Science Centrum to Bam

Science Sparks! VISITOR ATTENDANCE Number of visitors A.

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Students a. Elementary b. High School Teachers a. Principals, School Heads and Education Program Supervisors b. Elementary c. High School

GRAND TOTALS

12,073 15,830

67 408 138 28,516

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he Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. (TYKFI) chairman and president, Dr. Lucio C. Tan strongly believes that “The students of today will shape the nation of the future.” Thus the Foundation, in partnership with the Department of Education, Provincial Government of Nueva Vizcaya, Municipality of Bambang, and Philippine Foundation for Science and Technology, brought together “SCIENCE SPARKS! The Traveling Science Centrum” last August 19, extending until October 11, 2014 in Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya.

Over 28,000 students, parents, and teachers visited the 35 fun-filled, interactive exhibits. The exhibits were displayed at the LGU’s Gymnasium. Guiding the exhibits were 26 teacher-facilitators.

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mbang, Nueva Vizcaya

The exhibits were:

n Finger Tingler

n Magnetites

n Magnetic or Non-magnetic

n Electromagnet

n Conductor or Insulator

n Circuits

n Hand Battery

n Newton’s Cradle

n Drum Beat

n Steady Hand Game

n Fourth State of Matter

n Colors of the White Light

n UV Light

n Resonance Tubes

Resonant Rings Radiometer n Hot Spot n Pedal Generator n Generator n Charge Now Power Later n Photovoltaic Cell n Fuel Cell n Biogas n Steam Engine n Steam Power n Hydroelectric Power n Wind Power n Solar Car n Solar Water Heater n n

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Battle of the Bulbs Standby Power n Power Consumption n Energy Density n Greenhouse Effect n Van de Graff generator n n

Present in the opening ceremony were Nueva Vizcaya Cong. Carlos M. Padilla, DepEd Science Coordinator Mrs. Maricel Franco, Education Program Supervisor Mrs. Evelyn Ramos, DepEd EPS on Math Mrs. Helen Liban, TYKFI’s Philip Sing and Flora Lim, PFST Executive Director Ms. May Pagsinohin, PFST Consultant Ms. Elvira Galvez, DOST Region 2 Representative Dr. Urduja Tejada, DepEd District Supervisors, Principals and Teachers.

In his speech, Cong. Carlos M. Padilla emphasized how interactive display encourages students to be more interested in learning science the fun way. He also pointed out how TYKFI’s objectives are aligned with the 13-point agenda of Gov. Ruth Padilla in her “Prayers N Faith” program. Education Program Supervisor Mrs. Evelyn Ramos highlighted that the exhibits are also freely accessible to all, not just to the well-off, “The TYKFI is the brain and the heart of this Science Sparks!

Traveling Science Centrum, who take pains in bringing these hands-on apparatus and science equipment, which the city people and affluent only can access. But here we enjoy these for free from the TYKFI.”

The teachers were also expressive of their thoughts on how the caravan will help the students, “This project helps a lot of the pupils especially during their science classes.

They will see the actual materials/equipment, and they will experience the actual effect of lightning and electricity, voiced by Gertrudes D. Pilare, Teacher-I from Alfonso Castañeda Central School. They will soon encounter their day to day activity on energy and later on they will use this knowledge on how to make or experiment and build up investigatory project on energy as they go on to higher learning, commented by Hope A. Gonzales, Teacher-I also from Alfonso Castañeda Central school.

At the end of the day, learning should not be confined in the four corners of the classroom. Learning should be fun, interactive and amusing. This way, the concepts are absorbed and remembered more effectively. The Science Sparks caravan provided a great medium for this kind of learning. TYKFI will continue to support unconventional and effective ways for students to learn.

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Nueva Vizcaya Teachers Visit the Mind Museum and Science Centrum T

he Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. hosted an educational trip to the Mind Museum and Science Centrum for the teachers and principals from different high schools in Nueva Vizcaya last September 5, 2014. TYKFI believes that an educational trip provides a rich experience for everyone. In this educational trip, teachers had the chance come face to face with science firsthand, connecting with the people and exhibits on a much deeper level than they could in the classroom. In addition, teachers had the opportunity to talk with museum personnel which broadened their perspectives. The trip’s objectives were: (1) to deepen Social and Historical Knowledge in Science, and (2) to develop Critical Thinking Skills in Science.

Participants from 16 schools in Nueva Vizcaya namely, Runruno National High School, Bascaran National High School, Kayapa High School, PAIMA National High School, Nansiakan National High School, Ganao National High School, Sta. Fe National High School, Bintawan National High School, Diadi National High School, Sta. Cruz Pingkian High School, Binalian Integrated National High School, Kongkong Valley National High School, Napo-tuyak Integrated School, Paniki High School, Bugkalot High School, and Tuao High School, were very thrilled during the event.

Nevertheless, Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Benjamin D. Paragas, CESO V, reminded them about the deeper purpose of the trip, “Learning is not fic-

mentioned the benefits of the trip, “The teachers can make the concept simple so that students will learn it faster. We need to open the minds of the students and parents to go here because this will be more beneficial for them.” Principal III Marilyn B. Magno from

titious it is now actual, maybe now they should think on allocating funds so that students can also experience this, now, they should improvise to improve learning in science and technology.”

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Diadi National High School voiced her appreciation of the trip, “The set-up of the project is expensive but it was given by the TYKFI free, it is a wonderful experience. I hope I can bring my co-teachers to the Mind Museum and Science Centrum to have handson experience. Thank you to Tan Yan Kee Foundation.” On sustainability of the project, she added “It is everybody’s concern to protect the project. The government should give emphasis on the positive impact of the project and take charge of its sustainability.”

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Parents and Children Thank TYKFI for Receiving Food Packs and Gifts

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he Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. (TYKFI) brought cheers to several schools in Ilocos Sur and Nueva Vizcaya when the TYKFI team distributed packs of food and gift items to hundreds of schoolchildren last December 2014 as part of the Foundation’s food distribution project.

In Ilocos Sur, Ms. Editha Bagcal (Principal, San Julian Elementary School), Violeta Javonillo (Head Teacher, Sidaoen Elementary School), Mr. Frisco Josue (Head Teacher, Sidaoen Elementary School) led the schoolchildren in welcoming the TYKFI guests with their respective fun-filled programs last December 4 to 5, 2015.

The teachers and students performed different numbers before the TYKFI group composed of Ms. Beth Alba, Ms. Valerie Tan and Ms. Janel-anne Badlis.

Meanwhile, the schoolchildren enjoyed the games and prizes prepared and given away by TYKFI.

On behalf of the teachers and students, Principal Bagcal said: “We are happy and lucky to receive the food packs from the generous Dr. Lucio C. Tan through the TYKFI. Thank you for making the children happy.

May God also shower you with more blessings.”

The TYKFI team also visited

the town of Sta Fe, Nueva Vizcaya last December 15, 2014 and attended community activities of residents and students from the elementary schools of Barangays of Buyasyas, Macdu and Balete. Among the activities was a Holy Mass celebrated

by Fr. Jerome Ponce and attended by the parishioners of the Church of the Divine Mercy, former Sta. Fe Mayor Teodorico DP. Padilla and the guests from the TYKFI, namely: Valerie Tan, Philip Sing, Jonathan Anuma and Janel-Anne Badlis.

The Mass was followed by a short program at the Tan

Yan Kee Elementary School in Barangay Balete. The program which was participated in by parents, teachers and students from the three schools included a School Cheer, Solo Song Performance, Interpretative Dance and a Parent and Teachers song and dance contest.

The program gave the parents, teachers and students a time to celebrate, perform and

socialize with other members of the community and guests from the Foundation. Those who joined the presentations and contest were thrilled to perform and compete, particularly the winners for the Solo Singing contest - Tan Yan Kee ES; the School Cheer – Buyasyas ES; and Interpretative Dance and Parents and Teachers Song and Dance – Macdu. The parents and children also sang songs composed by Arcela N. Hinggangan as they thanked the Foundation. Some excerpts from the songs: “Dahil mahal tayo ng pamilya TAN YAN KEE Pinasyalan tayo dito sa BALETE Kahit umuulan ng dahil sa bagyo Ang mga bata ay excited pa rin” “Ang pasko ay kay saya Kung tayo’y sama sama Sana pagsapit ng pasko Ay laging ganito Kahit na malayo man Ang Macdung pinanggalingan Humaharap sa inyo ng may tuwa at pag-asa”

As part of the food distribution project, TYKFI handed each child a gift and food pack containing 400 grams of bihon, sardines, Vitamilk and Yogurt.

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Tykf-Aabmss Monthly Medical Forum

Every month, the Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. and the Association of Asia Brewery Medical Specialty Scholars (AABMSS) hold a medical forum designed for laymen. The forum provides people with a venue to learn about the latest medical issues, trends, and available treatment options. Asia Brewery medical scholars render free consultations and discuss pertinent matters in layman’s language. The forum is held at the Century Park Sheraton.

Medical Forum No. 259

Cervical Cancer: Is It Preventable?

Discussant: Jennifer Obiles-Madera, M.D.

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ervical Cancer is a common illness of the cervix, which is the entrance between the vagina and the uterus. It is the second most common cancer among women worldwide, and is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women in the developing countries. Like any other cancer, it is caused by the abnormal growth of cells; and when normal cells change into cancer cells, it usually takes up to 10 to 30 years.

Nevertheless, this illness is preventable and curable at an early stage.

The cause of Cervical Cancer is HPV (Human Papilloma Virus). It is a DNA virus that infects the skin (epithelial or mucosa) cells. HPV is a common virus that easily spreads through skin to skin contact even without sexual penetration. Most women will get infected by the HPV at one point in their lives. Half of the time, this will be an oncogenic type of HPV.

The factors which increase the chance of getting Cervical Cancer are: (1) increased number of pregnancies, (2) history of smoking, (3) long term use of oral contraceptives, (4) sexually transmitted infections, and (5) sexual behavior: early onset of sexual intercourse, multiple sexual partners, and having partners with multiple partners.

All factors is due to the persistent and chronic exposure to infection, with high risk oncogenic or cancercausing type of HPV.

The symptoms are usually diagnosed late because the early stage of cervical cancer produces no symptoms. Some of the late symptoms are: vaginal bleeding after intercourse or between menstrual periods or after menopause, watery bloody vaginal discharge that may be heavy and foul smelling, pelvic pain or pain experienced during intercourse.

The steps below can be followed to prevent Cervical Cancer:

n reduce high-risk sexual behavior by having lifetime mutual monogamy

n reduce or avoid exposure to HPV and other sexually transmitted infection

n identifying and treating precancerous lesions before they progress to cervical cancer, through screening tests Cervical Cancer Vaccine The HPV Vaccine can prevent most cases of cervical cancer and protect against some of the most common types of HPV. For most benefit, person should complete all 3 doses before sexual activity begins. The following are the most popular HPV vaccines: (1) Cervarix: given to females only, and (2) Garadsil: can prevent some vaginal and vulvar cancers of females, and genital warts of males.

Cervical cancer tests should be started about 3 years after start of sexual activity, but not earlier than 21 years old. Below are the tests conducted to detect HPV infection/ Cervical Cancer:

n Pap Smear: gold standard in the country, but higher cost

n Visual Inspection with Acetic Acid Wash (VIA): lower cost

n HPV DNA Test: detects cell change caused by HPV infection

n Biopsy: confirms presence of cervical cancer

Like any other cancer the most common treatment is surgery or chemotherapy with concomitant radiotherapy.

Medical Forum No. 260

Stem Cells: Separating Truth from Myth

Discussant: Arvin C. Faundo, M.D.

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tem Cell are cells which are capable of self-renewal and differentiation into specialized cells.

Simply put, stem cells are “nature’s building blocks and repairmen”. A popular treatment nowadays is Stem Cell Therapy, which is defined as the procedure of using living cells for replacement, regeneration or repair of diseased, injured or aged cells, tissues or organs. The stem cells may come from embryos (which poses ethical issues), birth tissues (placenta, umbilical cord) which are normally discarded, and all organs of an adult especially bone marrow (blood, eyes, fats, joints, heart, teeth).

There are different types of stem cells:

n Hematopoietic (HSC) -

yopia or nearsightedness is when close objects look clear but distant objects appear blurred.

There is an increasing incidence of myopia especially among East Asians. Nevertheless, myopia’s progression can be slowed down.

There is a number of factors which causes myopia and it can be one or a combination of the following: parental myopia, long reading hours or use of computer, and lack of outdoor exposure.

The following are some steps which can be taken to slow down progression of this illness:

n Use of antimuscarinic eye drops

n Use of bifocal lenses

n Use of rigid gas permeable contact lenses

n Under correct prescription lenses

n Increase time spent outdoors

Discussant: Ma. Rebecca P. AbesServera, M.D.

Antihypertensive therapy reduces the risks of cardiovascular

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forms blood cells

n Epithelial (EpSC) - forms lining of organs

n Mesenchymal (MSC) forms bones, joints and muscles

And there are two classification of Stem Cell Therapy namely, Allogeneic (from related or unrelated donor) and Autologous (from self). Stem cells can be administered through systemic procedure via intravenous (through bone marrow), intra-arterial (through limbs), or local/direct application of eye, heart, joint, spinal cord, etc.

It can be the main mode of treatment or the replacement for unsuccessful treatments using other options. The endpoint is the cure of the disease, and not just control.

Some of the diseases which turn to Stem Cell Therapy are blood cancer (leukemias and lymphomas), metabolic disorders, blood disorders (thalassemia, aplastic anemia), immune-deficiencies, and solid malignancy (neuroblastoma).

There has been a number of clinical trials for Stem Cell Therapy for cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, diabetes mellitus, heart attack or failure, etc. Although Stem Cell Therapy has shown to be beneficial, it has not been adopted as the standard treatment. Based from the trials, Stem Cell Therapy may have slowed the progression of the disease but not necessarily have cured it. Nevertheless, the therapy may fully cure the disease but the optimum dosage and usage of the stem cells is still under investigation. On the other hand, experimental therapy has been done on Alzheimer disease, Parkinson disease, and regenerative medicine but there is no proof yet on the efficacy in humans.

Some complications that may arise from Stem Cell Therapy are:

n Tumor formation: associated with embryonic stem cells

n Immune reactions: severe allergy due to foreign substances

n Iatrogenic: bleeding, herniation, etc.

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Medical Forum No. 262

Towards a Healthy Heart

Discussant: Eduardo Tin Hay, M.D.

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lood pressure levels, the rate of age-related increases in blood pressure, and the prevalence of hypertension vary among countries and among subpopulations within a country. Hypertension or high blood pressure is present in all populations except for a small number of individuals living in primitive, culturally isolated societies.

In industrialized societies, blood pressure increases steadily during the first two decades of life.

In 2001, approximately 7.6 million deaths (13–15% of the total) and 92 million disability-adjusted life years worldwide.

Below are the factors which double the risk of cardiovascular diseases:

n coronary heart disease (CHD)

n congestive heart failure (CHF)

n ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke

n peripheral arterial disease

n renal failure

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Medical Forum No. 263

Leukemia: Diagnosis and Treatment

Discussant: Juanita Lu Lim, M.D.

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eukemia or cancer of the blood cells, is classified as: lymphocytic or myelogenous, based on the type of blood cells involved. Leukemia can be acute or chronic.

The symptoms of Acute Leukemia include:

n pallor, fatigue, shortness of breath

n presence of bruises, nose bleeding

n fever, frequent infections

n enlarged lymph nodes, spleen, liver

Diagnosis of acute leukemia is via examination of the bone marrow, while treatment can be done by chemotherapy or stem cell transplant.

On the other hand, Chronic Leukemia symptoms include:

n fatigue, weight loss, loss of appetite

n early satiety, abdominal discomfort

n enlarged lymph nodes, spleen

n low-grade fever

n or may be asymptomatic (no symptoms)

Diagnosis of chronic leukemia is done thru examination of the peripheral blood and bone marrow, or chromosomal analysis for chronic myelogenous leukemia. In chronic leukemia, treatment is administered via less toxic oral medications.

Medical Forum No. 264

Rainy Season Blues: Leptospirosis and Influenza in the Philippines

Discussant: Patrick Leonard G. Co, M.D.

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eptospirosis is a common tropical zoonotic infection caused by a spiral-shaped bacteria called leptospires. This bacteria is normally found in the urine of both wild and domestic animals. Humans are most commonly infected after coming in direct contact with the urine of an infected animal, or with contaminated soil/water, or after ingestion of contaminated food.

Leptospires can penetrate both abraded or waterlogged skin as well as mucous membranes (like eyes, nose and mouth). It can also invade the bloodstream, where they leak and burst while the blood carries

the bacteria to other organs (liver, kidneys, lungs and brain), in turn causing more serious damage.

The clinical manifestation of leptospirosis are (1) mild: conjunctival suffusion, abdominal pain and influenza-like illness with fever, muscle and joint pains and (2) severe: liver and kidney failure, uncontrollable bleeding (Weil’s disease) and death. Diagnosis is done thru clinical criteria.

Treatment for mild infection is done thru both antibiotics and supportive care (outpatient), while hospitalization must be done to administer dialysis and mechanical ventilator support for moderate to severe infection.

Like any other infection, Leptospirosis can be prevented by wearing gloves and boots to avoid contact with infected animals, their urine, or contaminated soil or water.

On the other hand, Influenza is a common, serious and acute viral infection caused primarily by influenza A and B viruses. Influenza spreads easily from person to person and is transmitted by contact with virus-laden respiratory secretions of infected persons. It can also be transmitted directly or indirectly via contaminated objects and surfaces. Persons with influenza are contagious starting day 1 prior to the appearance of symptoms, until 5 to 7 days after symptoms appear.

Below are the clinical manifestations of influenza infection (after 2 day’s incubation period):

n fever

n myalgias

n nasal discharge

n sore throat

n headache

n red, watery eyes

n weakness, severe fatigue

n cough and other respiratory symptoms

Diagnosis is thru clinical criteria, chest x-ray to rule out pneumonia, or laboratory confirmation via viral culture of nasopharyngeal secretions.

Treatment can be done by isolating patients, maintaining adequate hydration and nutrition, bed rest, judicious use of antipyretics. An antiviral therapy with Oseltamivir is considered most effective when given during the first 48 hours, and reduces the risk of severe complications and death. It may also be used as post-exposure prophylaxis to prevent spread of infection.

Spread of influenza can be prevented most effectively by immunization. Immunization is via the Trivalent Inactivated Vaccine (TIV) which consists of 2 influenza A with H1N1 and 1 influenza B strain.

Choosing to Serve the Filipino with Dr. Elton Ong

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r. Elton Ong, a former Asia Brewery Incorporated Scholar and now an expert on Neurogenetics, talks about his work and his passion to help our countrymen.

Tell us about your field and your stay in NYU School of Medicine.

[In] NYU (New York University) School of Medicine, I did Neurogenetics, it’s the study of the genetic basis of a lot of the Neurogenetics disorder like Alzheimer’s disease Parkinson’s people with lysosomal storage disorder stroke and stuff like that. We were doing the mutation so we’re trying to find what was the mutation that was associated with the disorder that the patient manifested with. It’s finding the mutation that caused the disorder. I learned a lot, when I went there I didn’t know anything about genetics. Genetics is a subject that a lot of people or doctors hate because it’s really difficult, so I went there empty handed [and] after the three years I learned really a lot from the different professors.

What does it take to be a really good doctor?

You have to be smart: both intelligent/wise [and] street smart.

In the field you have to be smart in dealing with people; you also have to learn [how] to deal with other people [and] you have to have the knowledge. Most importantly you have to have the care for your patients and compassion for them besides the ability to cure them. The three C’s courtesy, care , compassion for your patients.

Initially I wanted to stay [in New York], it’s one of the greatest cities in the world. I already got an offer and can afford to pay in full the amount of money [the scholarship] gave me in case I don’t come back. It could have been very easy for me and just stay there for good, but at the end of the day you would really want to come back and serve no matter how difficult the situation in your country is. There’s really no place like home. At the end of the day will you really be fulfilled with just making a lot of money while serving other lahi or foreigners, when you could have come home and serve your countrymen? Yun ang pinaka importante.

The people here are really appreciative; treating the patients here is not like a business, you pay for my services and I give you what you paid for. Here, it’s more of a personal relationship. Besides treating them, they really appreciate what you do for them. Even if you make so little at the end of the day you really feel fulfilled and happy that you are able to serve your patients. And they are thankful for what you did to them—that’s what matters the most.

Why did you choose Vigan City to settle in?

I chose Vigan just accidentally. Initially in the Philippines, I didn’t have a place to practice because wala pa akong investments sa hospitals.

There was this doctor from Laoag who used to come here, he asked me to try Vigan for my two year service according to the foundation, but I fell in love with the city and the people. Initially it was just an obligation but [now] it’s been more than ten years already. The people [are very simple and very appreciative, mas marami akong natutulungan dito compared to when I’m in Manila. There are plenty of doctors there, specialists, but here I’m one of the first neurologists so mas marami akong natulungan here. I could have served less people if I base myself in Manila because there’s plenty of them there.

Any message for the incoming scholars?

To incoming scholars: do your best and be patient. Initially going abroad is hard with a lot of adjustments but as long as you’re determined nobody can defeat you. Also tell yourself that you’re not just doing this for yourself but you want to learn and come back and serve my countrymen.

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‘Ganda Mo, Hanapbuhay Ko’ livelihood training in partnership with Ang Hortaleza Foundation, Inc.

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ive a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime,” – Maimonides.

The Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. (TYKFI), recognizing the importance of teaching the members of the community a sustainable livelihood, partnered with Ang Hortaleza Foundation, Inc. to conduct a livelihood training program in Valenzuela City last November 17 to 21, 2014. The program was the continuation of the training which started last May 27, 2011.

Ang Hortaleza Foundation is known for promoting self-re-

sage, Ganda Mo, Hanapbuhay Ko III – Basic Facial Cleaning, Ganda Mo, Hanapbuhay Ko IV – Basic Hair Relaxing and Ganda Mo HK V – Salon Management.

The Basic Cosmetology (GMHK I) course is a 5-day comprehensive skills training course where the participants are taught the basic techniques on hair cutting styles, hair coloring, hot oil application, manicure/pedicure, permanent hair winding and foot spa. The graduates of this course will be issued a certificate of completion and starter kit as an incentive for them to become self-reliant through home service, eventually becoming entrepreneurs in their own little way. An out-

liance by providing income generating opportunities through livelihood projects; and instilling national pride and dignity in the Filipino, through the support and promotion of local entrepreneurship. Its vision, “We shall be known as the model social development organization working towards the advancement of Filipino progress,” is one with TYKFI’s core values, which are development, transformation, and capacitybuilding.

The livelihood training is composed of five courses: Ganda Mo, Hanapbuhay Ko I – Basic Cosmetology, Ganda Mo, Hanapbuhay Ko II – Basic Reflexology & Therapeutic Mas22

reach activity called “Libreng Gupit” is conducted by the graduates as a sign of reciprocity for the free training.

On the other hand, the Basic Reflexology and Therapeutic Massage (GMHK II) course is a 5 whole-day training focusing on the basic techniques in reflexology and therapeutic massage. Students will learn the different reflex points on the hands and feet. This type of massage is quite popular since massaging the reflex points on the hands and feet can improve health, by relieving stress and restoring the natural flow of body energy. Students are also taught the basics of Therapeutic Massage using oils and lotion,

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which combines the power of touch with the sense of smell.

This type of massage is a highly therapeutic for both the mind and body, working mainly on the nervous system. Essential oil blends are applied to the whole body, providing a great boost for the immune system. A requirement to take this course is a certificate of completion for Basic Cosmetology I.

The Basic Facial Cleaning (GMHK III) course is an additional skills training where participants will learn the basic techniques in face massage and cleaning, including removal of whiteheads and blackheads. The participants of this course should be graduates of GMHK I & GMHK II. This is a 5 half-day training, scheduled every 1st and 3rd

week of the month.

There were 8 participants for the Part 2 and 1 participant for the Part 3-Basic Facial and Cleaning. Part 2 and 3 participants were from different barangays in Sta. Fe, Nueva Vizcaya namely: Villaflores,

ay pwede po pala kaming mag­ ing tunay na cosmetology dahil kung wala po kayo na sumusu­ porta sa amin ay wala po kam­ ing maayos na hanap buhay,” said Olivia Garcia Bumagat, Reflexology and Therapeutic Massage student from Sta. Fe,

Tactac, Baliling, and Poblacion. All the participants were expressive of their appreciation of the training as it provides them with livelihoods, “Ako po ay nag-papasalamat sa mga naibigay po ninyong kurso na kahit po mahirap na pamilya 23

Nueva Vizcaya.

The students were also appreciative of their teachers, “The instructors are good [in] teaching me, I’m so very glad because I earned a lot knowledge about facial and massage.

Thank you to Mam Weng and to Tess. God Bless You!” said Marlon S. Gadingan, Basic Facial and Cleaning participant from Barangay Villaflores, Sta. Fe, Nueva Vizcaya.

The Ang Hortaleza training team is composed of Maurice P. Ligot, Managing Director; Maria Aurora Manalang, Program Manager; Rowena Calicdan, Trainor; and Marites Escalante, Trainor.

The training ended with more gratefulness from the students, “Ang TYKFI ay sad­ yang matulungin at mabuti sa mga taong tulad ko, hindi sila namimili ng tutulungan at higit sa lahat di ka nila pababayaan.

Kung maaari lahat ng pangan­ gailangan mo ay ibibigay na nila lahat. Kaya walang walang sawang pasasalamat ko sa mga bumubuo ng Foundation na ito,” Gina Geneta Abat, Reflexology and Therapeutic Massage participant from Barangay Tactac, Sta. Fe, Nueva Vizcaya.

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Dr. Lucio C. Tan Legacy Forest Project Updates

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he Dr. Lucio C. Tan Legacy Forest Project intends to plant 15 Million seedlings over six years or 2.5M seedlings per year primarily to help address the problem of global warming.

Once mature, the 15M trees shall provide multiple benefits both ecological and socio-economic such as carbon sink, livelihood, raw material supply, wildlife habitat, improved water quality and quantity, improved ecosystems services, among others. This will be achieved by planting of various species of forest and fruit trees, vegetables, root crops using the agroforestry approach and through eco-tourism.

Laguna-Quezon Land Grant

The species include:

n Anchoan Dilaw

n Acacia Mangium

n Ipil-ipil

n Malaruhat

n Batino

n Babaysakan (Philippine Oak)

n Bagtikan

n Lipote, Wild Lipote

n Palong Maria

n Bolong Eta

n Marang

n Malaruhat

n Toog

n Narra

n Antipolo

n Balobo

n Kalumpit

n Rubber

n White Lauan

n Gulitan

There are two areas in this project: UP Laguna-Quezon and the UP Laguna Land Grants. The central nursery in Laguna-Quezon has ongoing operations. It is where the seeds and wildlings are collected, sowed/germinated; and where the seedlings are maintained (watering, weeding, spacing, culling). There are 4 active nurseries at the U.P. LagunaQuezon land grant:

n Nursery 1 – 77,851 indigenous seedlings

n Nursery 2 & 3 – 202,815 indigenous seedlings

n Nursery 4 – 473,412 seedlings

n The seedling inventory totals approximately 754,078 seedlings.

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In the UP Laguna-Quezon land grant, the following plantation activities are done regularly: lay-outing, strip brushing and staking, hauling of seedlings, hole-digging, planting.

On the other hand, the activities are the same in the UP Laguna land grant but instead of planting, the activity is outplanting. As of December 31, 2014, up to two hundred forty (240) hectares of land has been planted with approximately one hundred twenty thousand (120,000) seedlings. The foun-

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dation ensures that the activities are well planned, well organized, and the field workers are briefed regularly. In addition to planting activities the foundation also helps in the minor road repairs to ease transportation of seeds and equipment.

Sta. Fe, Nueva Vizcaya

Workers are busy at the nursery, collecting seeds and wildlings, sowing and germinating seeds, and watering, weeding, spacing and culling the seedlings. Species being planted in this region include: Narra,

angroves provide habitat to many marine animals. These trees hold the ground, thus preventing erosion since there is a general tendency for the sea to engulf the land. The Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. (TYKFI) recognizes the many other benefits of Mangroves aside from the ones mentioned. Thus, the Foundation, in partnership with the Municipality of Sta. Cruz, Ilocos Sur, launched “Las-Ud Mangrove Project” last August 14. 2014. It was attended by Hon. Teresita Valle (Mayor, Sta. Cruz, Ilocos Sur); Former DENR ASec Marlo Mendoza, Mr. Philip Sing, Ms. Elizabeth Alba, Mr. Jonathan Anuma, Ms. Valerie Tan and Ms. Janel Badlis ( Tan Yan Kee Foundation Representatives); Mr. Joseph S. Gumnad (OIC-Municipal Agriculturist) and Mr. Larry C. Calleja (AT/ MENRO); Mr. Antonio Lozano (Brgy. Captain, Las-Ud Sta. Cruz) and its Kagawad, Barangay Health Workers and member of 4P’s.

The purpose of this project is for coastal protection, as the dense root systems of mangrove forests trap sediments flowing down rivers and off the land. This helps stabilize the coastline and prevents erosion due to waves and storms. In areas where mangroves have been cleared, coastal damage from hurricanes and typhoons proved to be much more severe. By filtering out sediments, the forests also protect coral reefs and seagrass meadows from being smothered by the sediments.

In his welcome remarks, Barangay Captain Antonio Lozano mentioned the benefits of mangroves for the community, “ang mga bakawang ito ang mag­ sisilbing kanlungan ng mga isda at iba pang mga nilalang na nabubuhay sa tubig upang sila’y mangitlog at magparami.” He added, “ang bawat punla ng bakawan na ating itatanim ay siyang magiging depensa ninyong mga naninirahan dito sa Las-Ud laban sa bagsik ng bagyo, tsunami o storm surge at baha.”

Former DENR ASec Marlo Mendoza shared the 4 impacts of the Mangrove Project: provisioning, regulating, support and socio-cultural function.

Aside from being the breeding ground of fishes, balancing the ecosystem, and cycling the nutrients, mangroves also provide ecotourism as they offer aesthetics in the area. Afterwards the discussion, Mayor Teresita Valle gave her response to TYKFI, “With your good cause, I assure you – we Sta. Cruzinians are behind you and always ready to support you.”

The program ended with the planting of more than 3,700 Bakawan seedlings and propagules. The community members expressed their appreciation of the project, “Salamat sa Tan Yan Kee Foundation, salamat sa lahat ng tulong ninyo sa amin para hindi kami bahain. First time lang po na may tumulong po ng ganito sa aming barangay kaya po napakaswerte po namin. Lahat po kami dito ay siguradong makikinabang,” said Kagawad Josefina Yumang.

Acacia mangium, Anchoan dilaw, and Ipil-ipil. As of December 31, 2014, approximately 350,000 potted seedlings have been produced, while 200,000 polybags potted with soil have been prepared.

Mahatma Gandhi said, “What we are doing to the forests of the world is but a mirror reflection of what we are doing to ourselves and to one another.”

Dr. Lucio C. Tan, thru the Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc., treasures the forests and the environment and will tirelessly support reforestation projects in the future.

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he Order of the Friars Minor (OFM) Province of San Pedro Bautista awarded a religious image of San Pedro Bautista to Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. (TYKFI) in grateful recognition of the foundation’s generous support to the province thru the Parish of “Our Mother of Perpetual Help” in Sta. Fe, Nueva Vizcaya. The award was given last February 5 at the OFM Benefactors’ Night.

Out of the 100 nominees, TYKFI was one of the chosen 8 recipients of the award. The other awardees were from Forbes Park (6 awardees), Santiago City (1 awardee), and Makati (TYKFI).

TYKFI’s support to the Parish includes: employment for the Dr. Lucio C. Tan Legacy Forest Project, renovation of the multi-purpose hall of the Parish, and donation of religious images. In addition, the Philippine National Bank (PNB) joined Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. (TYKFI), in the “Pagtutulungan ng

the love of God and family to create memories that will last forever,” as said by Joel Osteen. And

Bayan” project last holiday season. “Christmas is the perfect time to celebrate

yet, some of our fellow countrymen have less to celebrate during Christmas. Thus, TYKFI ensured that Christmas gift packages were distributed. The gift giving ceremony was held at the TYKFI office last December 19, 2014.

PNB employees donated food packages and appliances to Our Mother of Perpetual Help Parish, to be later on distributed to the less fortunate members of the community. Fr. Jerome Ponce, Parish Priest and Mr. Teodorico DP. Padilla, Jr. were present to receive the gifts from TYKFI’s Ms. Fe Chen-Urdaneta and Valerie Tan, as well as other officers from PNB and TYKFI.

TYKFI Receives an Apostolic Blessing from Pope Francis for Service to Leyte

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kind gesture can heal a wound, that only compassion can heal,” a quote by Steve Maraboli. The province of Leyte recognized the continuing support of Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. (TYKFI) and requested Pope Francis to give his blessing to the foundation.

TYKFI received a plaque from Pope Francis last January 15-19, indicating his Apostolic Blessing and “invoking abundant divine graces on the occasion of the Apostolic Journey to the Philippines.” The foundation was one of the pillar institutions which immensely reached out to the province after typhoon Yolanda.

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center and clinic, after typhoon Yolanda.

In addition, TYKFI reached out to a Parish in Alangalang, Leyte. The gift giving ceremony coincided with the holidays last December 19, 2014 at the foundation office located in Makati. Most Holy Trinity Parish from Alangalang, Leyte, suffered damage in its ceiling and electrical connection during the typhoon, and little restoration has been done up until then. The Parish received financial assistance from the foundation in order to restore the church building. The ceremony was headed by Fe Chen-Urdaneta for TYKFI and co-pastor Rev. Fr. Manuel Isabelo C. Ocaña from Most Holy Trinity Parish. In turn, the foundation received a book entitled “Typhoon Haiyan: The Untold Story” from the Parish.

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The building, once the home of the now bygone Gotesco Cinemas, is located along C. M. Recto Avenue diagonally across both the main UE Manila Campus and the busy intersection of Recto Avenue and Morayta Street.

This is the newest and latest UE edifice to be named after UE’s Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, coming after the Dr. Lucio C. Tan Building in UE Caloocan, whose inauguration—on September 25, 2012, during UE’s 66th Foundation Anniversary—Dr. Tan had also led.

Whereas the Dr. Lucio C. Tan Building in UE Caloocan is home to UE Caloocan’s Elementary and High School Department (EHSD), the Dr. Lucio C. Tan Building, UE Manila Annex is the new home of the UE College of Dentistry, one of the Philippines’ finest dentistry colleges and the producer of exceptional dental health professionals and dentistry licensure examination topnotchers.

The brief program following the ceremonial ribboncutting, unveiling of the marker and the blessing of the building featured, among others, a special message from Dr. Tan himself.

This newest UE building has six floors and a mezzanine, and features various facilities and equipment—including a variety of dental laboratory facilities, four specialty clinics, 253 dental chairs, a variety of simulator equipment and specialized machines, two auditoriums, four lecture rooms, a multipurpose hall and a parking area, among many others.

With this fully equipped Dr. Lucio C. Tan Building, UE Manila Annex, the University of the East, through the UE College of Dentistry, would all the more keep offering topnotch undergraduate and postgraduate education for aspiring dental health professionals of the country and the world.

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DR. LUCIO C. TAN’S MESSAGE Members of the UE Board of Trustees; officers, personnel and students of UE; oth­ er colleagues and members of the Lucio Tan Group of Companies; special guests; friends; good morning.

I am filled with humility and gratitude, because standing before us now is this new UE building, of which I am privileged to share my name.

Let me assure you that this is an honor I shall always cherish. I wish to share this achievement with all of you who are part of the UE community.

I thank you from the bottom of my heart for this distinction, and assure you that my family is likewise thankful to the UE for this magnanimous gesture.

I am now reminded of the late UE Chairman of the Board and CEO P. O. Domingo in two ways.

First, a UE building also got named after him, the P. O. Domingo Center for Information Technology in UE Manila, back in 1997.

I believe that when P. O. learned about the plan to name that building after him, he expressed surprise and said, “But I’m still here!” Well, P. O., you are not alone, though now I happen to have not just one but two UE buildings to my name.

Second, and more importantly, it was Dr. P. O. Domingo who got me to be part of UE, back when his Alma Mater needed a fresh start in 1990. I think that anyone who has thanked me for being part of that renaissance is actually thanking P. O.

Now, my own name and whatever humble contribution I have made to UE will further endure thanks to this proud and formidable structure.

I am also profoundly honored that this building is all about education, par­ ticularly the education of future dental health professionals. It is an honor that my family and I will treasure forever.

I like the idea as well that, through this building, I will always be present in UE. I may not always be around, but as this building implies, I would always be here in spirit.

So thank you for this special occasion and this grand gesture. And thanks to all of you who are in continued, hardworking service to UE and its students.

Merry Christmas as well and Happy New Year! Published in www.ue.edu.ph

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r. Lucio C. Tan led the inauguration of a new edifice of the University of the East: the Dr. Lucio C. Tan Building, UE Manila Annex. The building’s inauguration and blessing was held in the morning of December 8, 2014. continued on page 27 28