Text by: Charmaine A. Lingdas
The University of the Philippines-Philippine General Hospital (UP-PGH) Division of Rheumatology, in collaboration with the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) and the Sagip Buhay Foundation, released their seventh information booklet, “Rayuma or Rheumatoid Arthritis?”Kaalaman at Gabay tungkol sa Rheumatoid Arthritis.”
“The booklet serves as a comprehensive resource packed with essential information and practical advice to empower patients and caregivers in navigating Rheumatoid Arthritis,” Dr. Evelyn O. Salido, Division Chief, UP-PGH Division of Rheumatology said during the launch.
“Our purpose in creating these educational booklets is to educate both our patients and our doctors. Many Filipinos, despite the internet, still cannot access the information they need. By providing booklets in Tagalog, we aim to bridge this gap and ensure that our patients can easily understand their diseases,” Dr. Salido explained.
In addition to the booklet on rheumatoid arthritis, the event also featured several educational materials authored by the UP-PGH Division of Rheumatology.
“Arthritis Ba Itong Back Pain Ko?” authored by Dr. James Harold Barte, Dr. Salido, and Dr. Bernadette Heizel M. Reyes, presents information on ankylosing spondylitis in a comic format, catering to diverse learning preferences.
“Gout Ba Itong Rayuma Ko?” Kaalaman at gabay tungkol sa gout,” authored by Dr. John Aubert C. Antigua, Dr. Janella Marice B. Acebu, and Dr. Salido, provides essential insights into gout.
“Ang OsteoArthritis: OA Ba Ang Rayuma Ko? Wastong Kaalaman Ukol sa Rayuma“ by Dr. Ester G. Penserga, Dr. Salido, Dr. Reyes, Dr. Angeline-Therese M. Santiago, and Dr. Geraldine Zamora aimed to provide comprehensive insights on osteoarthritis.
“Bawal Ba Ang Munggo sa Rayuma“ authored by Dr. Salido, Dr. Eric Jason B. Amante, Dr. Eliza Mia Dejoras, Dr. Penserga, Dr. Geraldine Z. Racaza, Dr. Reyes, and Dr. Angeline M. Santiago, addresses dietary considerations for rheumatoid arthritis.
Two versions of “My Lupus Journal” authored by Dr. Salido, Dr. Penserga, Dr. Reyes, Dr. Amante, Dr. Zamora, Dr. Michael L. Tee, Dr. Angeline M. Santiago, and Dr. Jose Paulo Lorenzo were also featured in the event. The journal provides a comprehensive guide for individuals affected by lupus.
The information booklets are available from the UP-PGH Division of Rheumatology. You can reach them at 8554-8400 or by sending an email to pgh.rheumatology@gmail.com. ■
