Nick the ‘niknik’: How to prevent and treat gnat and sandfly bites

by Gideon Lasco, MD More feared by mountaineers than mosquitos and perhaps even the notorious limatik, niknik are a group

How to avoid leg cramps (pulikat) while hiking

by Gideon Lasco, MD Leg cramps (pulikat in Tagalog) is a common condition experienced by hikers, particularly in long ascents

Okay lang umitim: Getting dark skin is not a problem – at least, not medically. But while skin color is a

By Gideon Lasco, MD Note: This article was originally published in Health and Lifestyle Magazine Philippines, October 2013. As a

Many doctors have contacted me about what kind of medical certificate Mt. Pulag National Park is requiring for hikers. While

This is an article belonging to the ‘climb health‘ category in PinoyMountaineer. Information provided in this article are based on

By Gideon Lasco, MDDid you wake up one day with an angry tentmate telling you how loudly you snored and

by Gideon Lasco, MD This is an article belonging to the ‘climb health‘ category in PinoyMountaineer. The information provided in this

by Gideon Lasco, MD This is an article belonging to the ‘climb health‘ category in PinoyMountaineer. The information provided

by Gideon Lasco, MD PinoyMountaineer.com will embark on a new series that highlights the health benefits of mountaineering, which is

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