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Health & Living

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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45:53

Ask A Psychologist: Mental Health Clinic #19 (Change)

Health & Living ·

2021/11/18

We return with our monthly mental health clinic to address your concerns regarding mental, emotional and psychosocial issues. In this month’s clinic, consultant clinical psychologist Paul Jambunathan helps you to cope with changes - large and small - in your life. Image credit: thebluediamondgallery.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:53

Ask A Psychologist #19: Change

Health & Living ·

2021/11/18

We return with our monthly mental health clinic to address your concerns regarding mental, emotional and psychosocial issues. In this month’s clinic, consultant clinical psychologist Paul Jambunathan helps you to cope with changes - large and small - in your life. Image credit: thebluediamondgallery.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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42:20

Healthy Ageing: No Health Without Wealth?

Health & Living ·

2021/11/17

Malaysians have been allowed to make withdrawals from their EPF accounts, which are meant for their retirement fund, to help alleviate the financial strain caused by the pandemic. But what of the long-term repercussions on their financial security in their golden years? In fact, EPF chief strategy officer said that only 3% of EPF contributors can afford retirement. We take a look at whether we’re doing enough to help prepare our ageing society to manage financial insecurity and the impact of

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45:10

Mind Matters: Budget 2022 For Mental Health

Health & Living ·

2021/11/16

We know mental health issues have become more widespread during this pandemic, and more people will need mental health care and support. Will we have the resources to cope with these issues, with the RM70 million allocated in Budget 2022 to address mental health issues, on top of the RM319 million estimated operational expenditure (which covers emoluments, services and supplies)? We’ll discuss these budget allocations with Consultant Psychiatrist Assoc Prof Dr Amer Siddiq bin Amer Nordin.

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49:00

Living with Osteoarthritis: Healthy Joints, Active Life

Health & Living ·

2021/11/15

We know that leading an active life as you age is important to keep your joints healthy. But what if your joints are aching, and the pain is affecting your mobility? Is that simply a normal part of growing older? Dr Suhail Suresh, consultant orthopaedic surgeon from Sunway Medical Centre joins us to discuss what living with osteoarthritis looks like, and how we can maintain both healthy joints and an active life, and potentially prevent osteoarthritis as we age. Image credit: shutterstock.comSee

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46:07

Doctor in the House: Malaysia Says ‘No’ to Ivermectin

Health & Living ·

2021/11/12

The Ministry of Health Malaysia has released the results of its study on ivermectin, which found that the drug does not prevent patients with COVID-19 symptoms from progressing into stage four or five, and thus it should not be used to treat COVID-19. Emeritus Prof PT Thomas, Executive Dean of the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Taylor’s University, puts on his pharmacy and toxicology hat to help us understand the results of this study. Raja Eileen Soraya, Immediate Past President of

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44:21

Public Health: Malaysia’s Got A Serious Diabetes Problem

Health & Living ·

2021/11/11

Malaysia’s diabetes numbers are staggering, and show no signs of reducing, especially as other related risk factors like obesity and hypertension continue to rack up despite the years of healthy lifestyle campaigns. How do we reverse a trend that’s been decades in the making? Leading up to World Diabetes Day on 14 November, Azrul Mohd Khalib, CEO of the Galen Centre for Health & Social Policy, joins us to ask public health physician, Dr Arunah Chandran, where our approach to diabetes

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41:39

Brain Waves: Can Scientists Grow Brains in Petri Dishes?

Health & Living ·

2021/11/10

Scientists have been working on growing mini, brain-like models in the lab, commonly known as brain organoids. But are they really growing brains in a petri dish? What is the purpose of such research? And, the age-old question of is it ethical to do so? Neurogeneticist Dr Azlina Ahmad Annuar is back for her monthly Brain Waves segment, and she is joined by developmental neurogeneticist Assoc Prof Dr Michael Ling King Hwa from Universiti Putra Malaysia.Image credit:Andras Lakatos/University of

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44:55

What If We Told You Lung Cancer Hits Non-Smokers Too?

Health & Living ·

2021/11/09

For decades, lung cancer has been synonymous with smokers. But the profile of people newly diagnosed with lung cancer may be changing. Dr Anand Sachithanandan, President of the Lung Cancer Network Malaysia, and Dr Jamalul Azizi, Consultant Pulmonologist from Hospital Serdang, join us to explore the rise of lung cancer among non-smokers, and whether artificial intelligence has the potential to improve lung cancer screening. We also get an update on how the pandemic has affected lung cancer diagnoses,

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25:27

H&L Webinar 2021 #7: Why You're Having Trouble...

Health & Living ·

2021/11/03

Almost one in every five Malaysians has diabetes. If you’re one of them, are you having trouble managing your condition? Are you at risk of developing serious, crippling and possibly fatal complications? Our experts share tips on how to stay motivated in managing your diabetes, whether it’s sticking to your medication, changing your diet or maintaining an active lifestyle.This is an edited recording of the 7th BFM Health & Living 2021 webinar* – this webinar series is presented

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21:25

Can UVC Kill the Coronavirus?

Health & Living ·

2021/11/03

Ultraviolet C (UVC) devices are among a long list of products in the market that carry claims of being able to kill coronaviruses and other pathogens. We take a deeper look at how UVC works in disinfection, and whether it is advisable to use them in homes, workplaces or businesses to prevent the spread of COVID-19.For expert guidance on the safe use of UVC devices and other disinfection methods, read more at WHO, FDA, CDC and EPA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:08

Can We Afford The First Pill for COVID-19?

Health & Living ·

2021/11/02

Merck & Co’s oral antiviral for COVID-19 is being called a “game-changer”, as it would be the first pill available to treat early infection. In another first, the company has agreed to a licensing deal that will allow the drug to be made and sold cheaply in 105 low-income countries. We ask Sangeeta Shashikant, Programme Director on Development & Intellectual Property, Third World Network, whether this move will be enough to make the drug accessible, especially when rich

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19:12

Finally, A Pill For COVID-19?

Health & Living ·

2021/11/02

The development of Merck & Co’s oral medication to treat COVID-19 could make it the first pill that people can pop the moment they become infected. We speak to Assoc Prof Dr Sharifah Faridah Syed Omar, Infectious Disease Physician, University Malaya Medical Centre, about how the antiviral drug molnupiravir works, and how it could change the way COVID-19 is managed. Listen to Part 2 here, where we explore whether we can afford molnupiravir and the questions of accessing the drug. See

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47:46

Budget 2022: Did We Get A Budget that Puts Health First?

Health & Living ·

2021/11/01

Following the tabling of Budget 2022 in Parliament last Friday (29th Oct), independent health policies specialist Dr Khor Swee Kheng joins us to discuss whether the health allocations are sufficient, and what they tell us about the priorities of the government in tackling COVID-19 and other urgent needs of our healthcare system. Brought to you by Mah Sing; Reinvent Spaces. Enhance Life. Image credit: flickr.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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47:46

Budget 2022: Did We Get A Budget that Puts Health First?

Health & Living ·

2021/11/01

Following the tabling of Budget 2022 in Parliament last Friday (29th Oct), independent health policies specialist Dr Khor Swee Kheng joins us to discuss whether the health allocations are sufficient, and what they tell us about the priorities of the government in tackling COVID-19 and other urgent needs of our healthcare system. Brought to you by Mah Sing; Reinvent Spaces. Enhance Life. Image credit: flickr.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:17

Doctor in the House: How is the Health Budget Put...

Health & Living ·

2021/10/29

What exactly goes into planning a budget for health? With Budget 2022 being tabled today (29th October), we take a look into what the process looks like - who is involved, how long it takes and the nail-biting moments leading up to the announcement of the budget, together with consultant urologist Dr George Lee and MP for Gopeng & former Deputy Minister of Health, Dr Lee Boon Chye.Brought to you by Mah Sing; Reinvent Spaces, Enhance Life.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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31:20

Why Pulmonary Fibrosis is Under-Recognised in Malaysia

Health & Living ·

2021/10/28

Pulmonary fibrosis is a serious, but under-recognised lung condition. In Europe, it is the fifth biggest respiratory killer after lung cancer, COPD, pneumonia and COVID-19. We catch up with Dr Syazatul Syakirin Sirol Aflah, Respiratory Physician from the Institute of Respiratory Medicine, to find out why the condition goes under the radar in Malaysia, and how to help patients achieve better outcomes, especially during the pandemic.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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30:51

Because Feelings Matter #3: From Dreams to...

Health & Living ·

2021/10/27

Every mental health struggle has a story behind it. ‘Because Feelings Matter’ is a series that brings you the stories of people and their mental health issues. These stories aim to normalise conversations about mental health, and to show that it’s okay to struggle emotionally and psychologically, but more importantly, to reach out for help. This episode features Azam, who spiralled into depression after a difficult time in graduate school, and how support and treatment helped him cope with it.This

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40:05

Menstrual Problems and Infertility

Health & Living ·

2021/10/26

For women, the menstrual cycle is at the heart of the reproductive process. If you are having trouble conceiving, a look at your menstrual cycle, and any related problems, may provide valuable clues about your fertility issues and what you can do. Join Dr Nurhazinat Yunus, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, and Fertility Specialist, from TMC Fertility @ Thomson Hospital, to better understand menstrual disorders, and how they should be managed if you’re trying to get pregnant.Image

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40:05

Menstrual Problems and Infertility

Health & Living ·

2021/10/26

For women, the menstrual cycle is at the heart of the reproductive process. If you are having trouble conceiving, a look at your menstrual cycle, and any related problems, may provide valuable clues about your fertility issues and what you can do. Join Dr Nurhazinat Yunus, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, and Fertility Specialist, from TMC Fertility @ Thomson Hospital, to better understand menstrual disorders, and how they should be managed if you’re trying to get pregnant.Image

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