San Felipe LGU, ATHAG hold training on traditional Hilot healing

SAN FELIPE, Zambales- Twenty-three participants actively took part in the training on basic traditional Hilot healing conducted at the Municipal Centrum of San Felipe from February 29-March 4, 2016. This activity was organized by the local government unit of San Felipe, headed by Mayor Carolyn S. Fariñas, in collaboration with the Association of Traditional Health Aid Givers Philippines, Inc. … Continue reading San Felipe LGU, ATHAG hold training on traditional Hilot healing

PITAHC Board of Trustees approves guidelines for Hilot certification

QUEZON CITY, Philippines- The official recognition of traditional manghihilot moves one step closer with the official approval of the implementing guidelines by the Philippine Institute for Traditional and Alternative Health Care (PITAHC) Board of Trustees during their meeting held on March 3, 2016 at the PITAHC Conference Room. The document, with the full title of “Guidelines … Continue reading PITAHC Board of Trustees approves guidelines for Hilot certification

Hilot part of holistic education program for Muntinlupa health workers

MUNTINLUPA CITY, Philippines- Hilot was one of the healing modalities included in the  program of De La Salle Zobel-Family Life and Wellness Institute (FLWI) and the City of Muntinlupa which spanned the latter part of 2015 to the early part of 2016. The program, entitled, “Transforming National Health Consciousness Through Holistic Education,” introduced Muntinlupa City … Continue reading Hilot part of holistic education program for Muntinlupa health workers

Lifestyle’s ‘The Green Mind’ highlights Mt. Banahaw, healing, and Hilot

BANAHAW, Quezon- Lush greenery welcomed the viewers of the ‘The Green Mind’ episode aired on November 25, 2015, which showcased the natural and mystical offerings of Mt. Banahaw. Modern Albularyo Bibiano “Boy” Fajardo, who has been going to the mountain for around forty years, guided host Marco Lobregat, along with his friends Anna Rabtsun and … Continue reading Lifestyle’s ‘The Green Mind’ highlights Mt. Banahaw, healing, and Hilot

ATHAG, Museo Pambata celebrate TAHC month with ‘Bahay Hilot’ launch

ATHAG President and Albularyo Bibiano "Boy" Fajardo demonstrates the traditional Hilot healing process with the special participation of Asst. Prof. Marie-Sol Hidalgo and her son.   MANILA, Philippines- In celebration of Traditional and Alternative Health Care (TAHC) month, the Association of Traditional Health Aid Givers Philippines (ATHAG) and the Museo Pambata Foundation Inc. (MPFI) launched 'Bahay Hilot,' … Continue reading ATHAG, Museo Pambata celebrate TAHC month with ‘Bahay Hilot’ launch

Code of Ethics for Hilot presented at 16th Asian Bioethics Conference

QUEZON CITY, Philippines- On November 6, 2015, a paper entitled, "Developing a Code of Ethics for Hilot," was presented by Asst. Prof. Marie-Sol Hidalgo at the 16th Asian Bioethics Conference held at St. Paul University. Asst. Prof. Hidalgo is a faculty member of the University of the Philippines Open University and a PhD candidate at … Continue reading Code of Ethics for Hilot presented at 16th Asian Bioethics Conference

Immaculate Heart of Mary College faculty and staff learn about traditional health and healing

QUEZON CITY, Philippines- On the morning of October 2, 2015, ATHAG president and Albularyo Bibiano “Boy” Fajardo was invited to give a talk on Filipino traditional health and healing to the faculty and non-teaching staff of the Immaculate Heart of Mary College. The activity was part of the school’s formation program.   Sharing his wisdom … Continue reading Immaculate Heart of Mary College faculty and staff learn about traditional health and healing

Albularyo Bibiano Boy Fajardo explains the science behind Hilot on Tapatan ni Tunying

‘Tapatan ni Tunying,’ takes a closer look at traditional Hilot healing

QUEZON CITY, Philippines- “In remote areas and provinces, people commonly turn to the Albularyo when they are sick or have body aches that they cannot explain. But does their kind of healing still have a place in the time of modern science?” This was the question posed by TV host Anthony Taberna to his viewers … Continue reading ‘Tapatan ni Tunying,’ takes a closer look at traditional Hilot healing

ATHAG showcases Hilot in third quarter of 2015

PASIG CITY- Despite a busy third quarter due to its healing work, ATHAG took the time to join the clean air advocacy, conduct a basic Hilot training and a seminar, and assist the DZMM Pinoy Vibes’ team during the production of its September feature on Mt. Banahaw. DZMM’s ‘Pinoy Vibes’ showcases Mt. Banahaw DZMM Teleradyo’s … Continue reading ATHAG showcases Hilot in third quarter of 2015

ATHAG promotes Hilot during second quarter of 2015

PASIG CITY-During the second quarter of 2015, ATHAG took part in different activities and gatherings to promote traditional Hilot healing. Two of these activities were hosted by the Philippine Institute for Traditional and Alternative Health Care (PITAHC), while the others were organized by the Filipino Traditional and Integrative Healing Association and DLS-Family Life and Wellness … Continue reading ATHAG promotes Hilot during second quarter of 2015