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Wander and be enlightened by the endlessly fascinating inner universe that is the human body. We speak with experts, Nobel laureates, cancer survivors and healthcare workers who share their unique perspectives on wellness and living and the latest medical research.

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29:37

Is Malaysia Facing Medical Device Shortages?

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2026/04/29

The shocks from the war in Iran have extended to the healthcare industry, with shipping delays and fuel price volatilities threatening the medical device supply chain worldwide. Dr Muralitharan Paramasua, CEO of the Health Ministry’s Medical Device Authority, joins us to unpack the impact of the Middle East crisis on the supply and manufacturing of medical devices, and what measures the Ministry has in place to cushion patients in Malaysia from any supply shortages.Image credit: ShutterstockSee

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37:07

Because Feelings Matter #50: You Find Joy In The...

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2026/04/28

In conjunction with Autism Awareness Month in April, Salbiah Ebbe Hamzan shares the journey of raising an autistic daughter, and the fight to dismantle the barriers in the education system that continue to stand in the way of inclusion. On this episode of Because Feelings Matter, she speaks about finding joy in the small wins, and how those joys turn into hope, which becomes strength to face what is to come.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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43:46

Global Energy Crisis: How Secure Are Our Medical...

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2026/04/27

As the Middle East conflict prolongs, so do worries over a shortage in medical supplies. From pharmaceuticals to medical devices, supplies are warning that we are already seeing signs of an upcoming shortage. We speak to Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad, Minister of Health, to find out how the government is preparing for this possibility.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:10

Why We’re Spending RM3.3bil on Treating Chronic...

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2026/04/24

The burden of chronic kidney disease is a silent but growing public health crisis in Malaysia. Minister of Health Dato’ Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad recently highlighted how treatment costs have surged from RM572 million in 2010 to RM3.3 billion annually. So what isn’t working and what do rising costs tell us about the impact CKD has on our healthcare services and our population? Consultant urologist Dr George Lee is joined by panellists from the National Kidney Foundation, chairman Dato’ Dr Zaki Morad

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47:53

Neuroinclusion In The Workplace

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2026/04/23

It is estimated that 15-20% of the population is neurodivergent. That means it’s likely that you have identified as being neurodivergent or someone in your workplace is. And yet, the acceptance and inclusion of neurodivergent people at work is uneven, and most people find it challenging to get support and accommodations for their needs at the workplace. A global report by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) on Neurodiversity in Accountancy talks about how organisations and

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32:16

A Reminder For Mental Health Check-Ins During WFH

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2026/04/22

In some ways, it feels like 2020 all over again - the work-from-home directives, along with a sense of anxiety over global events. Licensed counsellor Heeran Kaur joins us to share some advice on how we can manage our mental health during this period, especially for those working from home, and those dealing with stresses and uncertainties due to the Middle East crisis.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:19

Ask A Respiratory Physician: How We Breathe

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2026/04/21

Humans breathe approximately 20,000 to 22,000 times a day, but how often do we pay attention to how we breathe? In this month’s open clinic, we’re joined by consultant respiratory physician Dr Helmy Haja Mydin to unpack some things you may or may not have known about respiration, and maybe take your breath away with some of the interesting facts later on.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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34:55

Mind Matters: Do We Need Better Mental Health Insurance?

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2026/04/20

Recently, the Health Parliamentary Special Select Committee proposed that insurance coverage should be expanded for mental health services. We’ve gone from zero mental health coverage to at least three providers including some coverage in their policies within the last seven years, but has this been enough? On this episode of Mind Matters, we speak to Siti Subaidah Mustaffa, Chairman of the National Coalition for Mental Wellbeing (NCMW) and Lavender Tan, a clinical psychologist, on why mental health

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47:47

What Would The DRG System Mean For Healthcare Costs?

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2026/04/17

What is the DRG or diagnosis-related group system? If you’ve been following the news about healthcare reform, you would’ve heard Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad mention this several times since he first brought it up in 2024. As of now, the Health Ministry says that the DRG system is planned to be rolled out for the private sector in 2026, before a national system in 2027. But how does the DRG system actually work? And what will this mean for the rakyat’s access to healthcare

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35:36

After 20-Year Wait, GPs’ Fees Are Revised

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2026/04/16

For two decades, general practitioners have not been able to charge beyond RM35 for clinic consultation fees, but a new revision has finally been gazetted that will raise the fees to RM10-RM80. We speak to Dr Arasu Rajoo, President of the Malaysian Medical Association, to find out if these new rates match GPs’ expectations, and how it will affect patients.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:45

Surviving The Heatwave

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2026/04/15

The temperatures are soaring in many states in Malaysia, and the current heatwave is expected to persist until June, as El Niño continues. What is the impact of temperatures above 37 or 38 degrees Celsius on the body, especially among older adults, children and those with higher exposure to outdoor heat? We ask Dr Jeewadas Baladas, Emergency Physician, about measures to prevent heat-related illnesses.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:36

Humans of Healthcare: The Biomedical Engineer

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2026/04/14

When we think about healthcare, we often picture doctors and nurses on the frontlines. But behind many life-changing interventions, from artificial limbs to diagnostic devices, are biomedical engineers designing, building, and refining the technologies that make modern healthcare possible. On today’s episode of Humans of Healthcare, we speak to Dr Nooranida Arifin, a biomedical engineer specialising in prosthetics and orthotics, to understand how engineering meets medicine, and how this field is

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43:30

Can We Pick Up Type 1 Diabetes Early?

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2026/04/13

Picking up Type 1 diabetes early isn’t just about getting a diagnosis - it’s about preventing a health crisis. We speak to consultant paediatric endocrinologist Dr Azriyanti Anuar Zaini from Universiti Malaya Medical Centre about why type 1 diabetes is often missed and whether childhood screening will change things.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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30:00

Rise of Antibiotic-Resistant Infections In Conflict...

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2026/04/10

An emerging public health threat lurks amid the rubble and destruction of the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East. Antimicrobial-resistant infections are a major concern for people living in conflict zones and beyond, especially as exposure to heavy metals increases in war-torn areas. We speak to Dr Antoine Abou Fayad, Associate Professor of Experimental Pathology, Immunology and Microbiology at the American University of Beirut, to find out how antibiotic-resistant microbes thrive in conflict areas

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45:37

Public Health: Is The War On Sugar Working?

Health & Living ·

2026/04/09

The Health Ministry has waged a war on sugar to tackle the inexorable rise in non-communicable diseases. But are policies like the sugar-sweetened beverage tax and the Healthier Choice Logo working to reduce sugar consumption, and are they translating into lower disease rates? We take a look at areas where our nutrition and economic policies are misaligned and what are the opportunities to target the gaps in behavioural and nutritional changes.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener

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28:11

Healthy Ageing: When People With Dementia Wander Off

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2026/04/08

In February this year, 76-year-old Halim Yunos from Singapore made headlines here when he was reported missing while on holiday with his family in KL. His family were worried because he had mild dementia but after a week of searching, he was found safe. Wandering is common among people with dementia, and is often a cause for concern among family members. We unpack what family members should be prepared for with consultant geriatrician Dr Khor Hui Min.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee

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32:16

Brain Waves: Goodbye, Mice; Hello, Organoids?

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2026/04/07

Goodbye, lab mice. Hello, mini organs. For decades, medical research has been reliant on animal testing. From understanding diseases like Alzheimer’s to developing new and safe cancer treatments, mice have played a key role in helping scientists mimic what happens in the human body. But amidst global efforts to phase out animal testing and find more humane alternatives, what is on the table? And what will this mean for the future of medical research? On this episode of Brain Waves, we speak to

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25:54

Why Are Celebrities Glamourising Smoking - Again?

Health & Living ·

2026/04/06

Kylie Jenner on the Vanity Fair cover. Jacob Elordi in Saltburn. From magazine covers to the silver screen and social media feeds, celebrities are glamourising smoking again. But are young people being swayed? We speak to Assoc Prof Dr Grace Kong from the Department of Psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine to unpack this trend and what impact it will have on youth smoking habits.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:05

Childhood Obesity Is At An All Time High - What Are...

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2026/04/03

2.8 million Malaysian children are overweight or obese. This was estimated in the World Obesity Atlas 2026 released in March. But childhood obesity is not a new problem we’re dealing with, so is this number enough to jolt us into urgent action? Consultant urologist Dr George Lee is joined by public health medicine specialist Dr Ruben Ramakrishnan to dive into what we’re doing wrong and how it’s not too late to turn the tide of childhood obesity.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener

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34:45

What is Pharmaceutical Compounding?

Health & Living ·

2026/04/02

You may have come across “compounded medications” being offered to you as a form of personalised medicine. What does this term mean? In our conversation with Gus Bassani, CEO, Professional Compounding Centers of America, we take a deeper dive into pharmaceutical compounding, and what are the standards and safeguards that need to be in place to ensure that consumers receive safe and effective treatment.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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