Motor taxis: faster and cheaper, but dangerous to your health
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Many commuters are saving time and money with motorcycle taxis but can the same be said about their health?
Many commuters are leaning on to motorcycle taxis, the faster and economical solution to Metro Manila's slow and time-consuming traffic situation. But is the faster E.T.A. worth the cheap price if health is the one at risk?
The recent episode of Pinoy MD reveals that this type of transportation service can eventually take a heavy toll on the health of the commuters due to overexposure to heat and pollution.
According to Dr. Kristofrank Bryant Pioquinto, a hypertension specialist in Delos Santos Medical Center, frequent riders (and drivers) of motorcycle taxis are prone to several health risks from skin cancer to lung problems.
“Covered naman kasi 'di ba 'yung skin nila. Pero kung exposed 'yung skin ninyo to the heat, of course, skin cancer 'yang mga 'yan.
“Walang proteksyon 'yung mga masks natin from fumes - so nai-inhale pa rin natin ang fumes and some of [it] are toxic talaga sa respiratory system natin,” he said.
Furthermore, prolonged exposure to dust and pollution can lead to breathing problems to asthmatics and weak respiratory systems to a normal person. This can eventually result to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) or other respiratory system-related infections.
Dr. Pioquinto also explained that headache is a sign of dehydration, which is also a big concern of motorcycle taxi commuters.
In order to prevent these health risks, Pinoy MD advises to apply sunblock, wear garments that cover your skin from direct exposure to heat and drink enough water to avoid dehydration.
Pinoy MD featured a local commuter who shared her experiences in riding motorcycle taxis. Learn about her story in this highlight episode:
