In celebration of Women’s Month, Unilab and Mercury Drug have partnered to provide free bone density and anemia screenings in selected drug stores in the Greater Manila Area. (Please see schedule below.)
Screening results will be released on the same day and will be reviewed and explained by partner doctors.
The Bone and Blood Caravan was rolled out because studies show that women, compared to men, are at higher risk for osteoporosis and anemia.
Also for this reason, Dr. John Earl Conese was invited during the recent launch event at Mercury Drug’s Trinoma branch in Quezon City to discuss how good nutrition and proper supplementation can help women maintain strong bones and ensure healthy blood. He also shared what nutrients are essential for a safe and healthy pregnancy.
Through the launch event and the caravan, Unilab and Mercury Drug aim to help Filipino women make informed choices about their health across different life stages, so they could build a foundation for lifelong strength, vitality, and well-being.
Underscoring the importance of empowering women to address their unique health needs, Mercury Drug Corp. Vice President for Merchandising Cora Lim said, “When women take charge of their health, they strengthen not only themselves but also their families and communities.”
Unilab Field Operations Manager Lhea Ancheta said the longstanding partnership between Mercury Drug and Unilab has enabled the two organizations to help uplift women’s wellness.
“Because of this partnership, we can bring effective, science-backed solutions to more women,” she said.
The free services and helpful information provided at the Bone and Blood Caravan are made possible by Unilab brands Calciumade and Hemarate.
Calciumade helps women strengthen their bones and prevent osteoporosis by combining calcium with Vitamin D, which enables the body to maximize calcium absorption.
Hemarate prevents and treats iron-deficiency anemia. Meanwhile, Hemarate FA contains folic acid to address both anemia and folate deficiency.
Unilab Customer Team Head Marlon Carpizo said that with Unilab, Filipino women can be sure that they get only the highest-quality products which will empower them to have healthier lives so they could continue to rise and inspire others.
Bone and Blood Caravan Schedule
March 25 – Q-Plaza in Cainta, Rizal
March 25 – Malagasang II-A in Imus, Cavite
March 25 – Maharlika N.S. Amoranto, Quezon City
March 25 – Tayuman LRT in Sta. Cruz, Manila
March 25 – Gen. Luna in San Mateo, Rizal
March 26 – Puregold Anabu in Imus, Cavite
March 26 – Oroquieta San Lazaro in Sta. Cruz, Manila
March 26 – Fernandez in Nagcarlan, Laguna
March 26 – Matalino in Diliman, Quezon City
March 26 – Guitnang Bayan I in San Mateo, Rizal
March 27 – Nueno Ave. in Imus, Cavite
March 27 – Araneta Center Farmers Plaza, Quezon City
March 27 – V. Luna Ext. in Sikatuna Village, Quezon City
March 27 – 32nd Street, BGC Taguig
March 28 – V. Luna East Ave., Quezon City
March 28 – Market Market, BGC Taguig
March 29 – Rockwell Center, Makati City