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You feel safe from flu-related diseases after you had your annual flu jab. Think again! Dr. Jumel V. Bornilla, chief executive officer of the International Travelers Medical Center (ITMC) located at Makati Palace Hotel, pointed out that people who receive their annual flu shot are not spared from getting other diseases like the dreaded COVID-19. "First and foremost, the flu vaccine is designed to prevent infections with influenza viruses, which are very different than coronaviruses. However, if you had your annual flu shot and unluckily you were infected by the COVID-19, it would be easier for the health care workforce to delineate nonspecific symptoms such as fever and cough, which overlap with symptoms of COVID-19 and influenza virus," said Bornilla, during an online interview March 20. "As SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) is spreading in communities around the world, distinguishing between flu and COVID-19 will become more difficult. On the bright side, it is ...

A gay couple involved in pageantry is pushing for same-sex unions to be recognized as civil partnership in the country. This after Congress holds an online poll on legalization of same-sex unions as civil partnership. Manix Genabe, Executive Vice President of Miss Teen Tourism beauty pageant, defended the same-sex unions in a post on Facebook. His partner is Dr. Jumel Bornilla, president of the same teen contest. Genabe said: "My partner and I have been together for almost 13 years but we are still limited to being 'friends' in the eyes of the government and other parties. "I cannot make him my beneficiary for my insurance and vice versa. We cannot declare 'married' status in any document.  "We cannot own properties together. I remember one time that a vehicle of ours was carnapped and I cannot report it since it was not under my name and I am in no way 'related' to him. Manix Genabe (left) and partner Dr. Jumel Bor...

SimoneSwimwear is for the young and young at heart. This is how teen queen Simone Nadine Bornilla describes her fashionable line of swimwear which was launched recently. "Since my target is the young age group and the young at heart, playful colors should be observed. The vibe should be vigorous. It’s like when you see my creation, it’s seems like its targeting those people who are young and people aspiring to remain youthful," said Nadine, a former Miss Philippine Youth titlist. Nadine, a Grade 10 student of Colegio San Agustin in Makati City, expounds the design concepts for SimoneSwimwear. For cutouts, it is mainly a version of the killer one-pieces that are coming out for spring and summer 2019. The options are encompassing and it makes me more inventive. "This design gives me the artistic freedom to think out of the box and freedom to deviate from the norm and believe me, it’s enticing!" she said. The prints feature polka dots and floral prints...

Simone Nadine Bornilla may have already passed on the Miss Philippine Youth crown but she continues to make waves through her new line of swimwear. Called Simone Swimwear, Nadine says her line has buoyant colors that will definitely keep you afloat in the scene of the much awaited summer escapade anywhere in the universe. The teen queen posted some of her designs on Facebook. Fresh from her successful stint in Miss Teen International beauty pageant in India, Simone Nadine Bornilla arrived home as she met members of the pageant media in Makati City recently. Asked what she learned in the prestigious teen pageant, Nadine said: "I got nervous! I guess we should always remember, we should never allow nervousness to get in our way." Nadine also gave her advice to the next Filipino teen who will compete in Miss Teen International pageant. "Manage your time. Always think you are competing with yourself not with the other girls," says Nadine, during an excl...

Fifteen-year-old Simone Nadine Bornilla will be the country's representative to the Miss Teen International contest which will be held in New Delhi, India on Dec. 19. Bornilla is a Grade 10 student of Colegio San Agustin in Makati City. Last Jan. 5, she represented Makati City in the Mr. and Ms. Philippines Youth contest. Nadine, as fondly called by her peers, loves to sing. In fact, she is a Senior Soprano 1 member of the prestigious Augustinian Singers of Colegio San Agustin-Makati. Her talent in singing blossomed following her summer training workshops at Spotlight Artist Centre under the supervision of Isay Alvarez. She also attended ballet classes when she was 8 at Ballet Manila under the supervision of Lisa Macuja. Also, she is a theater actress and regular attendee of The Repertory Philippines Summer Workshops for the past seven years. Nadine is an advocate of "quality healthcare as a right and not as privilege.''  She is also an aspiring neurosur...

Nineteen gorgeous young men will compete for the title of Mister Universe Tourism Philippines 2018 which will be held at the RCBC Plaza in Makati City on October 16. At the launch of the pageant in Makati City recently, the 19 official candidates presented to the press were: Kelvin Aguilan, Joshua Lazado Buena, Justin Joseph Aninias, Miggy Uchimura, Christian Villarin, Justine San Pedro, Christian Lopez, Russell Gabriel San Pedro, Jeoff Paolo Monzon, John Lester Rodil, Ahmad Sulaiman Arraro Ali, Rinz Alton Villaruel, Keanu Fernando, Jhon Patrick Driz, Mark Avila, Yuichi Sekiguchi, Luis Cabig Bermudez, Patrick Santillan Acebo and Ryan Apostol. Top 3 Best in Swimwear: From left: Kelvin Aguilan Vicente of Baguio City; Patrick Acebo, Tanza, Cavite; and Christian Villarin, Iloilo. (Edmund Ong Chua II) Dr. Jumel Bornilla, President of Mister Universe Tourism Philippines contest, says that the annual search is dedicated in discovering the new tourism ambassador of the universe. B...

For the first time in pageant history, a national pageant will conduct psychological preparedness assessment among its candidates so that they will be psychologically ready to commit themselves into an organization. This was revealed by Dr. Jumel Bornilla, President of the Mr. Universe Tourism Organization, who says that the assessments may also include interviewing other people who are close to the client, such as teachers, co-workers or family members. Such interviews, however, would only be performed with written consent from the client, he adds. "Together, testing and assessment for the candidates of the Mister Universe Tourism pageant allows a psychologist to see the full picture of a person's strengths and limitations," Bornilla says, during an exclusive interview. Bornilla also says that the psychological preparedness test will be conducted by a group of licensed clinical psychologists which the MUT have commissioned from their own medical facility. Th...

Reigning Miss Philippine Youth Simone Nadine Bornilla was rather nervous when she gave her pieces of advice to some pressing problems facing the youth these days but she passed it with flying colors. During her stint on the popular radio show called "Relasyon" aired daily from 12 noon to 2 p.m. on 92.3 FM, broadcaster Atty. Mel Sta. Maria was simply impressed at Nadine and gave her a thumbs-up sign for being eloquent and sensitive to the issues of teenagers. "I'm really nervous!" Nadine laughs during a pep talk prior to the radio program. Later, she tackled raging issues on teenage pregnancy, drug addiction, bullying, peer pressure, relationships, etc. Nadine, 15, adds: "The night before the show, I discussed the issues confronting the youth with my parents. I listened to their opinions. So during the radio show, I will just say what's right. I'm nervous but as an ambassador of Miss Philippine Youth, I have to give advice on certain iss...

Brata Kartasasmita of Indonesia has been crowned as the new Mr. Universe Tourism 2018, replacing Benigno "Ion" Perez of the Philippines. This was announced by Mr. Manuel Genabe, CEO of Mr. Universe Tourism Organization, during the coronation night of Mr. Tourism Indonesia 2018 Friday night. "Your country's representative last year Mr. Brata Kartasasmita did very well and landed as one of the winners being the first runner up," says Genabe. He adds: "However, due to the recent turn of events with our grand winner and for his disappearance and inability to fulfill his obligations and responsibilities, it is now my pride and honor to announce that Mr. Universe Tourism Indonesia 2018 Brata is now Mr. Universe Tourism 2018 replacing the previous winner!" Genabe reminds the public that "in the event that the grand winner would not be able to fulfill his duties and responsibilities, the 1st runner-up will take his place."         ...

Do you have what it takes to be Mr. Universe Tourism Philippines 2018? Jumel Bornilla, President of the Mr. Universe Tourism Organization, says that the online screening for the male contest is now open. Just log on to www.mruniversetourism.org/screening for details. Bornilla also says that the grand finals for the male pageant will be held sometime in October this year. The winner will represent the Philippines in the 3rd edition of the Mister Universe Tourism 2019 contest. Ion Perez of the Philippines is the reigning Mr. Universe Tourism. If the new winner will win the international competition sometime next year, then he is also expected to receive a prize package that's fit for a king! Pageant fans say that the prize package being enjoyed by Perez these days is nearly similar to that of a Miss Universe title holder. The Mister Universe Tourism contest is only one of two international male pageants in the world that gives fabulous perks to the winner during ...

Organizers say that Ion Perez is still Mr. Universe Tourism 2018 pending his formal resignation from the organization. "Let it be known that Mr. Perez from the Philippines has gone rouged but there is no formal resignation submitted by Mr. Perez to the organization," says Jumel Bornilla, President of the Mr. Universe Tourism Organization, in a letter. Bornilla adds: "The organization is issuing this statement to let everyone know that Mr. Perez suddenly vacated and abandoned his official residence and commitments, that he has prior knowledge of, without conveying any reason at all. The organization has tried several times and still trying to reach out through SMS and calls; however, they were left unanswered; "The organization is still open for a peaceful dialogue with Mr. Perez. As of this writing, Mr. Benigno “Iion” Perez from the Philippines is still Mr. Universe Tourism 2018," he says. On Aug, 9, Perez says he resigned as Mr. Universe...

There's no stopping reigning Miss Philippine Youth grand winner Simone Nadine Bornilla these days! Aside from school (Colegio San Agustin - Makati), judging local beauty pageants, modelling, and preparing for the screening of Miss Philippines Youth contest, Nadine is the brand ambassador of BAYONGciaga, a proudly Philippine-made, hand-woven bag that provides sustainable income to communities of bayong weavers. "The screening (for Miss Philippines Youth) is coming up so we're preparing for it. Hopefully, the next batch of winners is truly deserving," says Nadine, 15, during a photo shoot for her endorsement at Studio A in Quezon City.  Joining her in the photo shoot is reigning Mister Universe Tourism Ion Perez. Also present at the shoot were Dr. Jumel V. Bornilla, President of Mr. Universe Tourism, and Manuel “Manix” Genabe III, CEO, Mr. Universe Tourism. From left: Reigning Mister Universe Tourism Ion Perez, Javier Villaruel, Nadine Bornilla, and Jeov Ra...