2 Mercury Drug Branches in Marikina City That Are Open 24/7

For most Filipinos, the familiar red and yellow sign of Mercury Drug is more than just a pharmacy. It's a beacon of healthcare access, a trusted friend in times of need, and a constant reminder that wellness is within reach.

Since its humble beginnings in 1945, Mercury Drug has woven itself into the very fabric of the Philippines. With over 1,200 stores nationwide, it boasts the title of the country's leading drugstore chain, serving millions of Filipinos every day.

In Marikina City, there are 12 Mercury Drug branches. Among them, two branches are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you are in search of a Mercury Drug store open anytime, visit Mercury Drug, Concepcion branch at Bayan-Bayanan Ave (near Immaculate Concepcion Parish Church) and Mercury Drug Bayan branch (near Marikina Public Market, and across Marikina Sports Center) at EMH Bldg, Shoe Ave., Sta. Elena. 

If you live in the Marikina City area near Q-Plaza in Cainta, you can also avail of their Mercury Drug 24/7 delivery service, by calling them at +63919806380. 

Mercury Drug branches in Marikina City (open 24 hours a day)

Marikina City Concepcion

• Address: Bayan-Bayanan Ave., Concepcion, Marikina City, 1810 Metro Manila
• Telephone: (02) 8941-5302 / (02) 8942-2234 / (0919) 080-6410 / (0908) 865-4226

Marikina City Shoe Ave.

• Address: EMH Bldg., Shoe Ave., Sta. Elena, Marikina City, 1800 Metro Manila
• Telephone: (02) 8646-3784 / (02) 8647-0922 / (0998) 846-8661 / (0949) 991-9398

Other Mercury Drug branches in Marikina City:

• Mercury Drug, Ayala Malls Marikina
• Mercury Drug, Barangka
• Mercury Drug, Bluewave Marquinton 2
• Mercury Drug, C&B Circle Mall
• Mercury Drug, Concepcion Dos, Lilac
• Mercury Drug, Concepcion Uno Joseph
• Mercury Drug, Dela Paz
• Mercury Drug, J.P. Rizal
• Mercury Drug, Parang
• Mercury Drug, Xeland Mall (Mayor Gil Fernando Ave)

Marikina Attempts to Break World Record For Most Number of Circumcisions

Marikina is holding a "Tule Party" (Circumcision Party) on May 7, 2011 in hope of capturing the World Record title for the most number of Circumcisions.

All boys aged 12 and up are invited to join the event by going to the Marikina Sports Center.   This is a free event by the Marikina City Government on May 7, 2011 from 7am to 5pm.

Marikina City officials estimates around 1,500 boys to attend and be circumcized.  If your son or relative from Marikina City is eligible and due for circumcision, help the city attain the World Record by joining this free event.

Marikina City Health Office Conducts City-wide Cleanup

Mayor Del de Guzman has ordered the City Health Office to conduct a clean-up effort to prevent further spreading of dengue. Popular breeding grounds of this mosquito-borne virus are stale waters from drum containers, gutters, canals and mud puddles, thrown away bottles & cans and other hiding places like unused tires are what the City Health Office will be looking for to clean up.

A couple of dengue-related cases have been reported in Barangay Concepcion Uno and Barangay Industrial Valley Complex. Because of this, Assistant City Health Officer, Dr. Honnielyn Fernando mentioned that these two barangays will be closely monitored in addition to the appointment of health personnel to supervise dengue monitoring for the other barangays.

The City Engineering Office is also helping out by continuing its operation “Walang Pusali sa Marikina” and “Operation Tambak” which both aim at filling open spaces and stale water areas with soil to prevent stagnant water.

Marikenyo Spotlight: Coach Rio dela Cruz

Last week, I got the opportunity to meet a distinguished athlete at the Unilab Run United for Wellness primer. He is no other than Coach Rio dela Cruz. He is mainly a runner but his many achievements supercede his runner status. He has joined several marathons both locally and abroad and have been clocked with very impressive time results.

He is popularly known as Coach Rio, because he is a sought-after coach by celebrities and personalities. Some of his clients include Iza Calzado, Karel Marquez, Anthony Pangilinan, Karen Davila and Piolo Pascual. His healthy outlook and achievements have also landed him endorsements such as Nike, Timex & Nature Valley.

When I mentioned to him that I occasionally jog at the Marikina Sports Center, I was susprised that he is very familiar with the place because during his early years, he trained at the Marikina Sports Center, where he later on met his high school coach. In fact he even told me that he lives in Vista Valley, exactly 100 meters away from the Marikina Sports Center via Sumulong Highway.

Currently, Coach Rio's next event is organizing the Unilab Run United for Wellness for the benefit of Children’s Hour and K.I.D.S. Foundation. The Unilab Run United for Wellness will take place at the Bonifacio Global City, Taguig on March 7.

COACH RIO’S PROFILE

• Graduate of the University of the Philippines (Bachelor of Physical Education)
• U.P. Varsity Track and Field Team Coach
• Former UAAP Record holder (10km & 1,500m) P.R.
• Former Member of the National Team
• Event Organizer (Run United for Wellness, Kenny’s Urbanite Run, 2009 Timex Run: Time is Running, Men’s Health Urbanathlon, Greenfield Cityscape Run, among many others)
• Running coach
• RUNNER!

For more details on Coash Rio, you may visit his website at http://www.runrio.com

Manila Doctors Hospital Now Open in Marikina

To add to the myriad of hospitals in Marikina City is the Manila Doctors Hospital.  They have branches scattered around the metro and are usually found inside malls for patient's convenience.

Their newest branch is located at the 2nd floor of the Blue Wave Mall, Marquinton Place called the Manila Doctors Hospital Ambulatory and Diagnostic Clinic.

They offer labaratory services (CBC, urinalysis, stool examination, FBS, BUN, creatinine, pregnancy test and gram stain), heart care services (ECG, 2d Echo, Holter, Stress Test, abmulatory BP Monitoring) and X-ray services (General ultrasound and chest x-ray).

With more than 50 years of experience in providing excellent and affordable health care service, Manila Doctors Hospital stands proud of being a premiere healthcare institution providing comprehensive and holistic patient care and development.

Their clinic hours are 11:00am to 9:00pm on mondays to thursdays and 10:10am to 10:00pm from friday to sunday.  You can reach them at 369-3976 or email at adc.marikina@maniladoctors.com.ph