Super Dok
“Trustworthy, Credible, and Timely Health Information”
Every one of the 175 posts first published on Super Dok, April 2006 to November 2008.
Super Dok was the first blog: plain-language health writing for Filipino families, published on Blogger. Health was the founding subject — what an ECG is, twice over — but the posts range wider than the clinic: family, everyday life, travels, food. Each carried the byline Amelyn R. Rafael, MD.
The last Super Dok post went up in November 2008, a day after Heartbit, the second blog, published its first. The old address, superdok.randyamy.com, no longer exists anywhere on the internet; the complete Super Dok lives here instead — every piece of writing it published, together with the comments readers left at the time. The health writing is dated to those years — a record of them, not medical advice for today.
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I am moving
Yes, my dear readers, I am moving to a new home. This new blog will serve as continuation of this blog.
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All Saints' Day Celebration
We woke up early today just so we can be at the cemetery at six in the morning. Me and hubby prefer to be there early as it would be too hot when the sun is up.
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Why many drop-out from exercise
Not all people are averse to exercise. In fact most try to start but fail to continue, even if they try different kinds.
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Experiences with the Unknown
I don't exactly know what to call them - ethereal beings, ghosts, or spirits.But I am reminded of them whenever I stay in a hotel, for it is there where I often encounter them.
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A time for bonding with kids
Ever since school started this June, each member of my family had been very busy - the kids with their studies, MTAP reviews, and preparations for the different school activities; me and hubby with our work.
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I can't believe he quit
I have been teaching in the LNU College of Medicine for almost ten years now. I have seen quite a few students who gave up the course, mostly because they are not persistent or persevering enough.
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Daytime Thieves
Thieves used to do their crime only at night or during the wee hours of the morning, when people are inside their houses, sleeping soundly.
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Just for Laughs
Sample medicines coming from drug companies, and given out by medical representatives to promote their products are getting fewer nowadays.
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Happy Birthday, Ralph!
I was initially scheduled for cesarean section on September 8, 2001 by my obstetrician, the reason why I had myself admitted on September 7.
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Dad's Pinoy Bistek
This is my dad's version of Bistek. He used to cook this dish when I was still young and it became my regular baon on school days - from preschool up to high school.
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Meet My Maids
Getting and maintaining maids are some of the domestic problems most mothers have. My sister is not an exception. She changes maids almost every month, and finding a new one always means trouble.
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And he is gone again (Part II)
(I'm so glad our internet connection is back and I can blog at home.) Our action was met with rejection on his part.
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And he is gone again
For three consecutive Saturdays my dad was with us. He came at seven in the morning. He joined us for breakfast after all needed examinations were done.
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Sunday, a Family Day
I love Sundays! It is always the day I looked forward to every week. It is the day when the whole family is at home, enjoying our free time together.
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Avoiding Miscarriage
Several factors are associated with miscarriage. Oftentimes if it's not genetic, or a previous history, it is work-related. As doctors, we often advise patients to take a rest and avoid stressful situations.
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No Internet Connection Again!
Today is Sunday, and I'm spending a part of it in an internet cafe just because we have no internet connection AGAIN.
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We did not sign the waver
Raymund, now a ten-year old boy, pursued his dream to become a varsity player. Of course, we are very supportive of him, preparing everything he needs for the first tournament, an event sponsored by Milo.
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The Importance of Sleep
Busy individuals are so used to depriving themselves of quality sleep just to get things done. I myself is not an exception.
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A Journey to the Movie house
The last time I entered a movie house was....uhm....years ago ( I don't actually remember exactly when). It is because it is more convenient for us to watch DVDs at home.
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No Exercise with Wii
Many people think that playing with Nintendo's Wii active games console will give a good exercise and will lessen the risk for obesity.
