Dr. CB Javier - Adult Cardiology and Internal Medicine

25/08/2026

Poor sleep is more than just feeling tired. It can affect your blood pressure, blood sugar, and overall heart health.

If you snore loudly, wake up gasping, or feel unusually sleepy during the day, consider discussing possible sleep apnea with your doctor.

Better sleep is part of better heart health.

23/08/2026

A heart attack does not always present with chest pain.

Shortness of breath, nausea, cold sweats, unusual fatigue, or discomfort in the jaw, back, shoulder, or arm can also be warning signs.

Recognizing these symptoms early can save a life.

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23/08/2026

For the first time in a long while, I feel cautiously optimistic about PhilHealth.

I recently watched an interview with Dr. Beverly Ho, its new Acting President and CEO. What stood out was her emphasis on transparency, efficiency, and making healthcare easier for Filipinos to access.

She also highlighted the need to strengthen outpatient care and prevention, instead of helping patients only when they are already hospitalized.

It should not be inpatient versus outpatient. We need both. But prevention has been neglected for far too long.

As a cardiologist, I see why this matters. Many premature deaths and complications from hypertension and diabetes can be prevented or delayed through early detection, consistent treatment, and regular follow-up.

PhilHealth can play a major role in making that care more accessible and affordable.

Of course, plans are easy to announce. Ex*****on, accountability, and the actual patient experience will be the real tests.

Still, this is the first time in years that I have felt hopeful about PhilHealth’s direction.

Cautiously optimistic. Kayo, what are your thoughts?

Link to interview by Bilyonaryo:

August 21, 2026 EpisodeWe go in-depth on the latest news, the big...

22/08/2026

Diabetes, high blood, at kidney problem, akala mo magkakahiwalay? A new 2026 cardiology guideline says they're actually ONE connected syndrome called CKM (Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic).

Here's why knowing your numbers can stop the cycle. and even reverse it early. Tag someone who needs this 👇

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19/08/2026

Floodwater exposure can increase your risk of leptospirosis.

Watch for fever, headache, muscle pain, red eyes, nausea, or vomiting after exposure. Wash exposed skin, change wet clothes, cover wounds, and seek care early if symptoms develop.

DOH reminder: doxycycline prophylaxis is not for everyone and should only be taken with a doctor’s advice/prescription.

Save and share this post to help protect your family this rainy season.

Sources: DOH, CDC, WHO

11/08/2026

Your resting heart rate might be telling you more about your fitness and recovery than you think 👀

Your baseline heart rate can change with stress, illness, poor sleep, or even pushing your workouts too hard. That’s why knowing YOUR normal matters more than comparing your number to someone else’s.

💡 Try checking your resting heart rate in the morning before getting out of bed and keep track of your usual range.

Go check yours and drop it below. 👇

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09/08/2026

One of the problems with heart disease?

Sometimes the first symptom is the last warning you get.

08/08/2026

From helping him get cleared a few months back, to seeing him safely return home after his deployment. 🙏

Maraming salamat, Jonald. Hindi ito kailangan, pero much appreciated.

Minsan, ang sarap maging doctor. We don’t always realize how much the things we do can help someone continue providing for their family and get back to the life they worked hard for.

Welcome home, Jonald! Ingat palagi. ❤️

07/08/2026

We do not take early offs for granted 😅