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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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46:07

Mind Matters: Mothers Struggling With Depression

Health & Living ·

2021/04/20

Just like any major upheaval in life, having a baby comes with enormous challenges and can lead to a great deal of stress. Mental health problems are not unheard of after pregnancy, although women still struggle to find acceptance and support for their mental health struggles. However, it is estimated that one in seven mothers in Malaysia experience postpartum depression during the first six months after childbirth. We look at whether postpartum depression is well-recognised within the community and

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53:06

What Should I Eat For A Healthy Gut?

Health & Living ·

2021/04/19

From taking probiotics to consuming more fermented foods, or going on the latest trending diets, we are seeing more people interested in improving their gut health. But is there a right way to take better care of our gut health and where do you start? We bring both Western and Eastern practices to the table to find out if popular diets and supplements work for your digestive health. We speak to Dr Max Hu, consultant gastroenterologist and hepatologist from Sunway Medical Centre, and Mun Weng Yan,

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48:38

Doctor in the House: International Pompe Day

Health & Living ·

2021/04/16

Pompe disease is a rare, inherited disorder that causes permanent muscle damage in children and adults. It occurs in about one in every 40,000 people, and can go undiagnosed for years. In conjunction with this year's International Pompe Day on 15 April, Dr George Lee joins us in shining a spotlight on this rare disease. We speak to Dr Ngu Lock Hock, Consultant Paediatrician specialising in Clinical Genetics, as well as Sivasangaran Kumaran, father of 4-year old Swathi, who lives with Pompe disease.

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46:35

Ask A Doctor: Allergies (Part 3)

Health & Living ·

2021/04/15

We are back for our monthly open clinic segment, where we get our doctors to address your health concerns. Following his highly popular appearance last month, consultant allergist and immunologist Dr Kent Woo returns to continue answering your questions about allergies. Image source: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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49:02

Public Health: Should Malaysia Use Sin Taxes for...

Health & Living ·

2021/04/14

RM30.6 billion – that’s the amount that the Malaysian government collected from excise taxes on cigarettes, tobacco products and alcohol, from 2012 to 2017. Compare that to the ever-increasing cost of treating non-communicable diseases like cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, which is placing enormous pressure on public funds, as well as individuals’ private savings. With concerns that the COVID-19 pandemic will divert already scarce resources from preventive health

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40:01

Brain Waves: Genes Under Stress

Health & Living ·

2021/04/13

Stress seems like an inevitable part of everyday life, especially as an adult. But what if experiencing early life stress, including childhood trauma, could lead to changes in gene expression and result in lasting effects? Neurogeneticist Dr Azlina Ahmad Annuar joins us on her monthly series to explain what exactly is happening to our genes under stress, and if this could increase the likelihood of stress later in life. Image source: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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45:04

Are Vaccine Passports A Good Idea?

Health & Living ·

2021/04/12

As the COVID-19 vaccines start getting into the arms of the general population, there is a lot of anticipation about the possibility of international travel resuming sometime this year. The use of a vaccine or immunity passport is being touted as the way forward, alongside the rollout of immunisation programmes in many countries. As concerns are raised over the feasibility and ethics of vaccine passports, we get a balanced view from two guests: Assoc Prof Dr Karen A. Grépin, Health Policy

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40:14

Doctor in the House: Tracking COVID-19 Variants In...

Health & Living ·

2021/04/09

The Ministry of Health has reported several local COVID-19 cases involving a more contagious variant that was first detected in South Africa. Not only that, some vaccines are said to be less effective against this variant as well. To find out what we’re doing to keep track of different variants and how this will affect ongoing COVID-19 vaccinations, we’ll be speaking to Khairy Jamaluddin, Minister of Science, Technology & Innovation-cum-Coordinating Minister, National COVID-19

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27:10

101 on COVID-19 Immunity

Health & Living ·

2021/04/08

How long does COVID-19 immunity from vaccines last? Will we need booster shots? Why do some people contract COVID-19 twice? Infectious diseases physician Dr Giri Shan Rajahram from Queen Elizabeth II Hospital answers these questions and more in this 101 on COVID-19 immunity. Image source: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:20

World Health Day 2021: Surviving the Pandemic

Health & Living ·

2021/04/07

Healthcare workers have been battling at the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic for more than a year, donning restrictive PPEs, and worrying about the risk of contracting COVID-19, all while ensuring that quality healthcare is still provided to everyone who needs it. This World Health Day, we look back on 2020 with two of our healthcare workers, to find out how they are surviving the pandemic - what have they seen and learned in 2020, and most importantly, how they’re coping emotionally and

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42:56

(Pain in Your) Hips Don’t Lie

Health & Living ·

2021/04/06

A twinge in your groin or hip when you stand up, some stiffness down your thighs or buttocks, or pain as you settle your weight on one hip – these are among the signs of a hip problem. We get consultant orthopaedic surgeon Dr Rajesh Singh to explain how the hips work, and what to do when hip problems develop. Image source: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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40:46

Ask A Psychologist #13: Mental Health Clinic (Sadness)

Health & Living ·

2021/04/05

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 – with a special focus on how to manage emotions of sadness and find acceptance. Image source: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:58

Doctor in the House: World Autism Awareness Day 2021...

Health & Living ·

2021/04/02

The COVID-19 pandemic has not been easy for people living with autism and their families. This World Autism Awareness Day, we speak to Hafiz Izzuddin bin Zainudin and a parent, Adli Yahya, who’s also the founder of Autism Cafe Project, to share how they have been coping during the pandemic. With the theme “Inclusion in the Workplace”, we also discuss how the pandemic will impact employment opportunities for people with autism spectrum disorder. Image source: ShutterstockSee

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43:34

AI and Digital Technologies in Healthcare

Health & Living ·

2021/04/01

Artificial intelligence and digital technologies are attractive buzzwords in healthcare today. The current hype is preceded by decades of work in using computer science and data analytics to provide solutions for medical research and healthcare. With our guests Prof Patrice Francois Boursier, Programme Director (Health Informatics & Analytics), International Medical University; and Dr Raymond Choy, Co-Founder & CEO, DOC2US, we look at the big questions in AI and digital health. We also

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31:13

The Pressure to Prevent Glaucoma

Health & Living ·

2021/03/31

The ophthalmologists say that increasing awareness about glaucoma is a lifelong battle for them. It’s no wonder, considering that glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness among people worldwide. Dato’ Dr Linda Teoh Oon Cheng, consultant ophthalmologist and glaucoma surgeon, shines a light on how serious glaucoma is and how to prevent it. Image source: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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48:24

Entering Phase 2 of COVID-19 Vaccination: Who’s...

Health & Living ·

2021/03/30

April marks the 2nd phase of the National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme. While it has been reported that this phase covers the elderly and those with co-morbidities, who exactly is eligible for the jabs, and why is it important for them to be prioritised above the general population? We get the answers from Dr Ho Bee Kiau, Family Medicine Specialist from the Selangor State Health Department. Image Source: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Entering Phase 2 of COVID-19 Vaccination: Who’s...

Health & Living ·

2021/03/30

April marks the 2nd phase of the National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme. While it has been reported that this phase covers the elderly and those with co-morbidities, who exactly is eligible for the jabs, and why is it important for them to be prioritised above the general population? We get the answers from Dr Ho Bee Kiau, Family Medicine Specialist from the Selangor State Health Department. Image Source: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Are Mothers At A Breaking Point Because of COVID-19?

Health & Living ·

2021/03/29

Work-life balance has not come easy for many parents, as they had to learn how to juggle family and work responsibilities from home. But in a household, are both parents affected equally? We hear about mothers being pushed to a breaking point – how much of this is happening behind closed doors without support for their mental wellbeing? We speak to licensed & registered counsellor Anujah Pulanthiran on how the pandemic is affecting the mental health of women, especially mothers, and how

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48:37

Doctor in the House: Prostate Cancer in a (Wal)Nut Shell

Health & Living ·

2021/03/26

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. There is a belief that if you are diagnosed with prostate cancer, you are relatively “lucky”, as it is a slow-growing cancer that doesn’t pose a serious threat to health. But don’t take this as a reason to dismiss prostate cancer. It is still important to detect and treat it early, for the best outcomes, as clinical studies have shown that earlier management of

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45:09

Raising Children Who Give Back to Society

Health & Living ·

2021/03/25

Children today live in a materially-driven world. How do we raise them to embrace volunteerism or charity, and nurture the spirit of giving back to society? We speak to consultant developmental paediatrician Dr Rajini Sarvananthan, and Sharifah Sarah, whose daughter Maryam uses art to save children’s hearts. Image source: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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