Pushing People to Snack Right: Mondelēz International

From your favorite cookies, your favorite snacks, the good juice you're having, and that sweet bar of chocolate you love, it's all from Mondelēz International. They're very passionate about bringing you the right snack, and make it the right way. The way you live is changing the way you eat, and they are here to make it right.

Aileen Aumentado says "Purpose Day 2022 coincides with the 10th year of Mondelēz International in the Philippines. When made the right way, our snacks would make a movement to spark positive change with ourselves with the use of our snacks. You are the driving force behind our organization. Together, we empower people to snack right, and will make that change."

This is why they are also implementing programs for their employees so that they take care of mental wellness. Ms. Nelia Dela Cruz the My Rewards Advisor for SEA says "We have an Employee Assistance Program that is available 24/7, even during holidays. It's free and you can talk to professionals where your personal information stays confidential powered by Magellan Healthcare. We believe with the right body, right mind, you can have the right purpose. We also have Maxicare to cater to psychiatric help, for consultations or therapy sessions, teleconsultations, for you and your dependents. This is all for Mondelez International employees in the Philippines if you need mental health support."


PJ Lanot who does talks for different organizations says "Everyone gets a dopamine rush especially when you complete tasks, and when you tell yourself you deserve this. It's celebrating small wins, you get to cherish these moments and it doesn't have to be big.You should also get a dose of serotonin, a mood stabilizer from doing sunbathing, meditation, spending time in nature, exercising and being active. Endorphins is also a good pain killer, you can get it form watching a good TV show, listening to music, watching a movie, donating and giving back, exercising and being active, and laughing."

Mondelēz International has done this with their employees, if you're a business contemplating on making a movement like theirs, don't second guess and make your own move!

KIM CHIU For LifeStrong Hairfix and a Good Cause

Lovely Kim Chiu seems to be on a roll as her career comes into new heights with the recent movie entitled "Always". It's a Korean film adaptation which she has done with real life partner Xian Lim, sort of a comeback piece for KIMXI fans worldwide.

Aside from that, she's the face of Lifestrong Hairfix together with Ms. World PH 2021 Tracy Maureen Perez and current Miss Hispanoamericano PH 2022 Queen Ingrid Santamaria. They were flanked by several influencers from the beauty niche and shared their experience in making Lifestrong Hairfix the perfect solution to wavy and straight hair. Kim knows she had to make sure whenever she's out of her house, she still had to look good out in public. Kim also took part in the recognition of European Hair Factory and our very own Philippine General Hospital as the brand is also supporting cancer patients who are undergoing therapy through hair donations for cancer patients that the brand is also sternly supporting to this day.

Kim says "I've been witness to the goodness of Lifestrong and Ms. Margaret Lee. Her wish to have great hair for all was a noble cause and knowing how hair is needed by cancer patients, I'm glad they are helping a worthy cause so they too could bring back their self confidence. I'm very happy how this brings hope to those who are going through chemotherapy and treatments."

Congratulations Kim and here's to more good endorsements in the future!

QC 1st Distrtict Congressman Arjo Atayde Lauds Passing of SIM Registration Bill

The country has been stricken by lots of SMS spam messages in recent months. Much of these are SMiShing attempts which compromise banking and private details of Filipinos, costing thousands of hard earned cash lost to never recover again. Quezon City First District Congressman Arjo Atayde lauds the signing of the recently approved SIM Registration Bill which aims to prevent and protect Filipinos from scams through these means. Arjo says "The implementation of this law will surely benefit the public and I have seen how stakeholders and networks would want this to be orderly done the soonest."

For those who don't know, SIM cards will be registered with telecommunication companies. Sellers will require valid identification with photos, name and address. If this is done with corresponding subpoena, courts can order owners to be traced if SMS crimes perpetuate in the same medium.

Congressman Atayde has also put importance in making sure guidelines would be done to also protect the privacy of Filipinos, and to also future proof it as there would be technology that may develop different methods doing crime in the digital space. He adds "There might be other methods they are planning and we need to make sure we can fight them off when the time comes. Rest assured, we will make sure the implementation would go smoothly especially in our district and city. So scammers and trolls, beware!"

If you are a victim of SMiShing, make sure you report the matter to NPC via their email address reportsmishing@privacy.gov.ph and their social channels.

Turning NURSES to MOVIESTARS: "SIGLO NG KALINGA" on PNA's Centennial Celebration

Just got off the MOA signing of "SIGLO NG KALINGA" at the Philippine Nurses Association grounds this evening in Benitez Street in Manila. It was officiated by PNA officials, executives of Dr. Carl Balita Productions (CBP), Director Lemuel Lorca and nurses from around the country. This evening was all about the life of Anastacia Giron Tupas (AGT), the founder of PNA and how they are making headway in producing the film showcasing the dedication, service, passion and professionalism of Filipino nurses worldwide.

Governor Melvin Miranda, the current President of the Philippine Nurses Association says "Thank you to our past Presidents, and to regional leaders present here this evening. When Dr. Balita threw in the idea of doing a film, we were looking on how the life of AGT will be appreciated. Anastacia and her legacy in PNA is inspiring, at this day, we can inspire more Filipino nurses and connect to generations of them, and I'm glad they appreciate our endeavor to hopefully be learned from grassroots level; especially to nurses, and learn our mission and core values. We appreciate the partnership, thank you!"

Dr. Carl Balita also announced that national artist for film RICKY LEE as consultant for the film. For this project, he wants to put together the best of the best in Philippine cinema. He says "I am also considering Rocco Nacino, Kuh Ledesma, Princess Punzalan, Carol Banawa, different artists who are real nurses, and let them do cameos so we can concentrate on nurses we will get in the casting call. Angeli Bayani will be conducting workshops, as she's an internationally acclaimed actress. In other words, I want our nurses to be involved, also in the poster making and theme song writing contest. I believe we have very talented nurses, and we might ask Kuh Ledesma to help us in singing the song. The film will be seen on May 2023, and target international film festivals and I promise you we will have them in different festivals like Sundance, Toronto, and major film festivals. This is the best film I will ever produce, and I'm challenging everyone involved to do their best as well.

Dr. Carl Balita adds "I want this to be a legacy film to be watched by the public so they would understand the heroism involved in our line of work. We need to communicate the call for the cast, we need them to be part of the film. All of whom need to be nurses."

They are doing a casting call specific for nurses 20-60yo, registered who would be available for a shoot (2 weeks straight) with a 5 day acting workshop on October 12-20 from 10am to 12pm and 1-4pm on zoom. They will also be doing a Theme Song and Poster Making contest for the film depicting the work of Filipinos worldwide and the life of Anastacia Giron Tupas, the founder of PNA. You may send entries before November 26, 2022, you may email drcarlbalitaproductions@gmail.com for more details. This is also in celebration of PNA's Centennial Anniversary, a historic and momentous occasion.

If you're a nurse and want to be part of this, you know what to do!