Watsons: Giving more value to life

MANILA, Philippines - Chronic diseases are a global concern. They comprise the largest cause of mortality the world over. Leading chronic diseases like diabetes and complications arising from hypertension account for 29 million deaths globally each year and the numbers are rising.

In Third World countries like the Philippines, where health care systems are not easily accessible, the problem is escalated exponentially. About 10.5 million Filipinos have been found to be hypertensive, while an estimated four million are diabetics.

On top of that, the “instant food” phenomenon has given rise to hyperlipidemia, or high cholesterol levels, for individuals living life on the fast lane.

What’s alarming is that these conditions are among today’s killer diseases. With all the foregoing, Watsons brings great value offers to address these concerns so those having these conditions get more out of life.

Caring for parents

Most elderly illnesses arise out of hypertension, complications from diabetes and/or high cholesterol levels. Compounding this predicament is the fact that the elderly forget to take their prescriptions with regularity.

But with Watsons Compliance Packs, patients are constantly reminded to strictly comply with prescriptions to win over their ailments. And the good thing about compliance packs is that they are priced 80 percent lower than the leading brands, yet have the same efficacy.

As a Filipino value of caring for elders, children give time and effort to give back to their loved ones. As Miss Universe 2010 runner-up Venus Raj recalls, “We were really hard-up before. When we were kids, our mother would do multiple odd jobs to support our family. And Nanay Ester has been there for all five of us her children all the time, raising us and keeping us all in good health.”

“Pipilitin nya kami to drink our vitamins as required — on time after every morning meal. Now that I am able to provide for her, I make sure she gets the best care possible especially with her maintenance medications. I value my mother’s health that’s why I want her to live a longer life and have more time with our family. Ako naman ang mag-aalaga sa kanya (I will be the one who will take care of her now),” she says.

Looking after oneself

Since winning a runner-up spot at the Miss Universe 2010 tilt, Raj has become occupied with the many facets of her new life: as a beauty queen, morning show co-host, brand endorser, and loving daughter. And when the time for rest comes, she makes sure she gets to do the things she loves like pampering herself with spa wellness treatments.

Like Venus, you too can reach the heights you want to conquer by staying focused and healthy all the time. With Watsons Comply & Save, every SM Advantage Card holder can enjoy the perks of more savings of up to 30 percent when purchasing featured vitamins and supplements.

For the apple of your eye

As head of every family and home, husbands and fathers are partners in home building and not just mere providers. Behind every man’s success is a woman who encourages and inspires him. She is every man’s partner in the shaping of a happy home where dreams take fruition.

“To a woman like my wife, Christine Jacob, only the best lang talaga. We have been married for 12 years now. She has supported me in all the ups and downs, and gave birth to our five great kids. In turn, I want to make sure that she is in top shape. It really amazes me how she is always ready to do different activities with me and the kids every day. Christine takes care of everyone so I take care of her as well. She means the world to me,” says her husband Paco Sandejas.

Staying at the pink of health has never been easier with the help of Watsons Health Packs, the conveniently packed adult vitamins and over-the-counter medicine to support daily illnesses.

The Health Packs are Watsons’ way of rallying everyone to be ready and healthy whatever the day may bring.

A mother’s love

As Watson’s newest brand ambassador, Christine Jacob-Sandejas says her family is her life. “It gives me joy to take care of my husband and our kids. Keeping all of us healthy is a top priority. It’s a reality though that health care is rather costly these days, especially with a fairly big family like ours. It’s good to know that we now have more choices when it comes to branded and generic medicine like what Watsons is offering,” she says.

With Watsons Buy Generics & Save counters, the best-quality generic formulations are available with up to 80 percent in savings, all made by trusted pharmaceutical companies like Unilab, Ritemed, Sandoz, UHP, Pharex and Now Generics.

“Preventive measures are the best form of medications. At Watson’s, you get everything without missing on your prescription,” she says.

For more information, visit www.watsons.com or log on to www.facebook.com/WatsonsPH.