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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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28:33

Kids Getting COVID-19: Helping Them Cope

Health & Living ·

2021/07/22

Amid record-breaking numbers of COVID-19 cases, the COVID-19 Assessment Centres (CAC), particularly in the Klang Valley, have been dealing with thousands of people every day. Among those reportedly waiting in the long queues are families, sometimes with young children in tow. This shows us that more children are getting affected by COVID-19, either as patients or indirectly when their family members are infected. Consultant developmental paediatrician Dr Rajini Sarvananthan joins us with tips to

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9:11

Should I Be Worried About “Blank” COVID-19 Vaccines?

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2021/07/22

As our COVID-19 vaccination numbers continue to be ramped up, everyone’s following our progress closely while waiting for their turn to be vaccinated. However, a few recent reports of “empty syringe” incidents have understandably gotten a number of us worried about whether we have gotten vaccinated or not. This came after a few individuals who had recorded themselves during the vaccination process, claimed that they were given blank vaccines. So are there tests that can be done to

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45:27

Healthy Ageing: How Are People With Dementia Coping...

Health & Living ·

2021/07/21

The pandemic has resulted in many of us pressing the pause button on in-person social interactions, which has become more difficult as the pandemic drags on. While we try to find other ways to cope, it’s not as straightforward for people with dementia, as social interactions are important in helping them retain memories and slowing down their cognitive decline. Consultant geriatrician Prof Dr Tan Maw Pin joins us to share whether the pandemic is causing dementia patients to deteriorate, and

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42:44

We Are In A Mental Health Crisis: How To Provide...

Health & Living ·

2021/07/19

The COVID-19 pandemic has spared no one in terms of the mental health impact – whether it’s anxiety over the disease, or stress and anguish related to financial uncertainties. People are crying out for help: Befrienders KL received more than 20,000 calls from January to June this year, compared with 32,000 for the whole of 2020. For many, the cries for help have turned to extreme measures, documented in the 468 suicides that occurred in the first five months of this year, compared with

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47:11

Doctor in the House: Are We Ready to Live With COVID-19?

Health & Living ·

2021/07/16

Singapore is preparing to live with COVID-19 as an endemic disease, just like the flu, while the UK plans to scrap regulations on face masks and physical distancing by 19 July. What does it mean to live with COVID-19, and when would it be appropriate for Malaysia to consider this approach? Prof Tikki Pangestu, Visiting Professor at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, joins Dr George Lee on the show to discuss this. Image source: ShutterstockSee

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36:28

Brain Waves: Have Scientists Found The “Grandmother...

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2021/07/15

Have you ever wondered why sometimes when you bump into strangers, you feel like you’ve seen their face before? Or maybe you’ve noticed that you’re better at remembering people’s faces than a friend of yours? We discuss these on our monthly Brain Waves segment, as we look at a recent study that found new memory cells linking face perception to our long-term memory, what scientists say is very close to a “grandmother neuron”. And as always to shed more light on

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36:09

The Gender Bias in Autism - Are Girls & Women Going...

Health & Living ·

2021/07/14

You might have heard that autism is more common among boys than girls, and the ratio that is often quoted is four boys to one girl. But is there a gender bias that’s resulting in girls and women going undiagnosed? Here to help us break down these biases is Dr Dhanya Pillai, a consultant clinical psychologist. Image source: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:09

Gift of Life #3: My Kidney Transplant Story

Health & Living ·

2021/07/14

For patients with end-stage kidney disease, receiving a kidney transplant can make a significant difference in their quality of life. We speak to Teoh, a kidney transplant recipient, on her story of having to undergo a kidney transplant, and what receiving a kidney from a family member has meant to her. This is part of our Gift of Life series to raise awareness on living-donor kidney transplants, brought to you by Sunway Medical Centre. Image source: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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47:59

Gift of Life #2: Life After A Kidney Transplant

Health & Living ·

2021/07/13

If you had or need a kidney transplant, what does life after your surgery look like? We speak to consultant nephrologist Dr Ng Eng Khim and consultant urologist Dr Murali Sundram from Sunway Medical Centre on the recovery process after a kidney transplant, and what you need to do to keep your new kidney healthy. This is part of our Gift of Life series to raise awareness on living-donor kidney transplants, brought to you by Sunway Medical Centre. Image source: ShutterstockSee

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40:20

Gift of Life #1: What Happens If I Need a Kidney...

Health & Living ·

2021/07/12

A kidney transplant offers hope for a better quality of life for people living with kidney failure. But the idea of a transplant can be daunting. At what point will your doctor have that conversation with you, and who can donate a kidney to you? To address patients’ fears and concerns about the transplant process, we’re speaking to consultant nephrologist Dr Rosnawati Yahya and transplant coordinator Jenny Chong from Sunway Medical Centre. This is part of our Gift of Life series to

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48:06

Doctor in the House: Will We Ever Curb Dengue?

Health & Living ·

2021/07/09

Dengue is the most rapidly spreading mosquito-borne disease in the world. In 2019-2020, the number of reported cases and deaths reached record levels, not only in Malaysia but across Southeast Asia. We find out about Malaysia’s progress in curbing dengue, especially during this pandemic, from Prof Dr Lucy Lum, University of Malaya. We also speak to Prof Cameron Simmons, Director of the Institute of Vector-Borne Disease, Monash University, who is one of the lead researchers of a trial using the

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44:56

Ask A Psychologist #15: Mental Health Clinic (Burnout)

Health & Living ·

2021/07/08

We return with our monthly mental health clinic with consultant clinical psychologist Paul Jambunathan. In this segment, we address your concerns regarding mental, emotional and psychosocial issues. This episode looks at burnout, especially as we are still under the first phase of the full MCO 3.0, amid high cases of COVID-19. Image source: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:57

Public Health: Ensuring a Future for Contract Medical...

Health & Living ·

2021/07/07

On the 26th of July, a group of contract medical officers are planning a nationwide strike in response to lack of job security and opportunities for career progression that junior contract doctors have been facing for the past 5 years. In this episode of our Public Health series, we discuss the ethics of a strike during a pandemic, what has led to this moment, and the solutions that can be taken to protect and help the frontliners in our continued battle against COVID-19. Azrul Mohd Khalib, CEO of

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45:03

Overcoming WFH Aches and Pains

Health & Living ·

2021/07/06

Working long hours at home with poor posture has led to pain being a dominant complaint during this pandemic. With consultant orthopaedic surgeon Dr Rajesh Singh, we explore the structural and biological basis of posture-related aches and pains, for a deeper understanding of what we can do at home, as well as with a physiotherapist. Image source: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:03

Overcoming WFH Aches and Pains

Health & Living ·

2021/07/06

Working long hours at home with poor posture has led to pain being a dominant complaint during this pandemic. With consultant orthopaedic surgeon Dr Rajesh Singh, we explore the structural and biological basis of posture-related aches and pains, for a deeper understanding of what we can do at home, as well as with a physiotherapist. Image source: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:14

Ethical Considerations in Vaccinating Teenagers

Health & Living ·

2021/07/05

SPM-year students might be getting their COVID-19 vaccination very soon, so we explore the safety, efficacy, as well as ethical considerations in vaccinating minors. And do teenagers and parents have enough information about COVID-19 and the vaccines? We find out from a teen herself. Image source: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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43:03

Doctor in the House: Should Malaysia Mix COVID-19...

Health & Living ·

2021/07/02

Coordinating Minister for the National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme Khairy Jamaluddin recently announced that there is not enough data for Malaysia to consider mixing two different COVID-19 vaccines. What do current studies on mixing vaccines show, and what kind of data would help Malaysian authorities to make an evidence-based decision? We find out more from Dr Vinod Balasubramaniam, molecular virologist, who also weighs in on how we should address concerns among those who are vaccine hesitant.

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44:36

Osteoarthritis - Not Just An Ageing Condition

Health & Living ·

2021/07/01

Osteoarthritis is a chronic disease that we often associate with the elderly, because it’s seen as caused by wear and tear of the cartilage in the joints. But is this a condition that younger people should be more worried about as well? With more of us living sedentary lifestyles, how would that affect our risk of arthritis? We speak to Dato’ Dr Badrul Shah Badaruddin, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon from ALTY Orthopaedic Hospital to find out more. Image source: ShutterstockSee

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26:53

H&L Webinar 2021 #3: Work (From Home)-Related Aches...

Health & Living ·

2021/06/30

Work – it’s where we spend eight hours or more hunched over our computers and desks. And with more people working from home during the pandemic, we’re even sitting on the floor, on our beds, and anywhere around the house to work. In this webinar, we look at the aches, pains, and injuries that can develop, and what you can do to change things at your workplace (or at home). This is an edited recording of the 3rd BFM Health & Living 2021 webinar* – this webinar series is

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26:53

H&L Webinar 2021 #3: Work (From Home)-Related Aches...

Health & Living ·

2021/06/30

Work – it’s where we spend eight hours or more hunched over our computers and desks. And with more people working from home during the pandemic, we’re even sitting on the floor, on our beds, and anywhere around the house to work. In this webinar, we look at the aches, pains, and injuries that can develop, and what you can do to change things at your workplace (or at home). This is an edited recording of the 3rd BFM Health & Living 2021 webinar* – this webinar series is

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