Ilonggos are the most well, but also the most stressed. Why?
Ilonggos scored high in terms of wellness, but ironically we scored high on stress if we were to believe the 2019 PhilCare Wellness Index.
According to PhilCare's press release, "Iloilo topped the medical wellness domain nationwide with a score of 2.61 or “good,” followed by Bacolod (2.84); Legazpi (2.97); Cebu (3.12); San Fernando City, La Union (3.16); and Pili, Camarines Sur (3.16), all of which are “somewhat good.” These scores are much better compared to the nationwide average of 4.02, which is classified as “neither good nor bad.”
In summary, the survey showed that Ilonggos:
* said that their overall state of well-being is good
* seem to be more satisfied with their lives, seem to lead purposeful lives
* appear to have more time for rest and recreation, especially with family
* appear to be more knowledgeable about a well-balanced diet is and are more mindful of what they eat
* rated themselves as having the best weight-height proportion and are in the best physical shape
* seem to be in the best position to go for regular checkups and have enough monetary resources to pay their medical and dental bills
* earn more sufficiently to cover their basic expenses, are more comfortable with the amount of their debt, and are more able to set aside money monthly
* have the best sex life
Ilonggos also smoked the most both traditional and e-cigarettes and are the heaviest consumers of alcohol, according to the study.
He said that this could be because of Iloilo City becoming a highly urbanized city.
There might be a ring of truth to this. According to an abstract published in the Anatolian Journal of Psychology, urbanization or the growth of cities may cause stressful life events that may negatively affect mental health. This is an aspect that must never be neglected.
Seventy-five individuals may not be representative of the whole of Iloilo City. I believe that the sample population needs to be increased.
Carmel Montesclaros, SAVP, PhilCare Head of VisMin Operations mentioned that they will work with the Department of Health and Iloilo City Mayor.
"PhilCare is one of the largest HMOs in the PH. We are serious about getting to know the real stats of how Filipinos live and feel about their wellness. We invest in intelligent data. We use the results to come up with products that cater to Filipinos' needs," said Montesclaros.
This is achieved through PhilCare’s sustainable health plans, PhilCare 360, and its technology-enabled customer experience. PhilCare offers a wide range of health care plans to serve the different requirements of individuals, groups, and enterprise accounts.
PhilCare pioneered the country’s first Wellness Index in 2014. Based on the findings of that study, PhilCare introduced the very first prepaid health plans in the country. From prepaid to comprehensive coverage, PhilCare’s extensive line of products covers hospitalization, out-patient and emergency healthcare needs across a nationwide network of hospitals, clinics, and physicians.
PhilCare 360, on the other hand, provides members with updates about health information, preventive measures against diseases and illnesses, and lifestyle trends that promote health and wellness. Meanwhile, PhilCare’s tech-enabled customer service efforts involve their accessible website and e-commerce, their call center that’s available 24/7, and its HeyPhil App where members can ask queries and request for a Letter of Authorization (LOA).
In Iloilo City, PhilCare's health care consultants hold their office at the Philplans Building. They can be reached through these numbers: +63 09474387946 and +63 33 3281325./
According to PhilCare's press release, "Iloilo topped the medical wellness domain nationwide with a score of 2.61 or “good,” followed by Bacolod (2.84); Legazpi (2.97); Cebu (3.12); San Fernando City, La Union (3.16); and Pili, Camarines Sur (3.16), all of which are “somewhat good.” These scores are much better compared to the nationwide average of 4.02, which is classified as “neither good nor bad.”
In summary, the survey showed that Ilonggos:
* said that their overall state of well-being is good
* seem to be more satisfied with their lives, seem to lead purposeful lives
* appear to have more time for rest and recreation, especially with family
* appear to be more knowledgeable about a well-balanced diet is and are more mindful of what they eat
* rated themselves as having the best weight-height proportion and are in the best physical shape
* seem to be in the best position to go for regular checkups and have enough monetary resources to pay their medical and dental bills
* earn more sufficiently to cover their basic expenses, are more comfortable with the amount of their debt, and are more able to set aside money monthly
* have the best sex life
Most stressed, with vices
The press release also stated that Iloilo scored the highest for stress together with Legazpi at 2.63. Residents of both cities said they were “stressed” compared to those in Bacolod (2.76); San Fernando City, La Union (3.16); and Pili, Camarines Sur (3.19), who said they were only “somewhat stressed.” Conversely, most other Filipinos are more chill compared to Ilonggos with the nationwide score plotted at 3.88 or “neither stressed nor not stressed.”Ilonggos also smoked the most both traditional and e-cigarettes and are the heaviest consumers of alcohol, according to the study.
Why are Ilonggos stressed?
Dr. Fernando Paragas, lead researcher of the 2019 PhilCare Wellness Index shared his assumption on why Ilonggos could be stressed.He said that this could be because of Iloilo City becoming a highly urbanized city.
There might be a ring of truth to this. According to an abstract published in the Anatolian Journal of Psychology, urbanization or the growth of cities may cause stressful life events that may negatively affect mental health. This is an aspect that must never be neglected.
Is the wellness index accurate?
According to PhilCare, the survey involved 1,350 respondents from 22 key cities and towns nationwide aged 18-90. Of the total sample size, 300 respondents came from the Visayas, 75 of which are from Iloilo.Seventy-five individuals may not be representative of the whole of Iloilo City. I believe that the sample population needs to be increased.
A good start towards wellness
But the survey is a good start because this is the first time that someone took the initiative in measuring the wellness index of Filipinos.Carmel Montesclaros, SAVP, PhilCare Head of VisMin Operations mentioned that they will work with the Department of Health and Iloilo City Mayor.
"PhilCare is one of the largest HMOs in the PH. We are serious about getting to know the real stats of how Filipinos live and feel about their wellness. We invest in intelligent data. We use the results to come up with products that cater to Filipinos' needs," said Montesclaros.
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| Dr. Fernando Paragas, lead researcher and Carmel Montesclaros, SAVP, PhilCare head of VisMin Operations |
PhilCare
PhilhealthCare, Inc. (PhilCare) is among the top two most preferred HMOs in the country today. It distinguishes itself from other health maintenance organizations (HMO) in the Philippines by advocating wellness as a more holistic approach to health.This is achieved through PhilCare’s sustainable health plans, PhilCare 360, and its technology-enabled customer experience. PhilCare offers a wide range of health care plans to serve the different requirements of individuals, groups, and enterprise accounts.
PhilCare pioneered the country’s first Wellness Index in 2014. Based on the findings of that study, PhilCare introduced the very first prepaid health plans in the country. From prepaid to comprehensive coverage, PhilCare’s extensive line of products covers hospitalization, out-patient and emergency healthcare needs across a nationwide network of hospitals, clinics, and physicians.
PhilCare 360, on the other hand, provides members with updates about health information, preventive measures against diseases and illnesses, and lifestyle trends that promote health and wellness. Meanwhile, PhilCare’s tech-enabled customer service efforts involve their accessible website and e-commerce, their call center that’s available 24/7, and its HeyPhil App where members can ask queries and request for a Letter of Authorization (LOA).
In Iloilo City, PhilCare's health care consultants hold their office at the Philplans Building. They can be reached through these numbers: +63 09474387946 and +63 33 3281325./
