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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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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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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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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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34:10

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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Be Fit Malaysians: Tired of Being Fatigued

Health & Living ·

2021/03/24

It’s normal to feel sore and tired after a good workout, but at what point is it not normal to continuously feel tired? If not properly addressed, fatigue can affect an athlete’s performance. To find out how to spot the signs of fatigue, what you can do about it, and if supplements help, is Dr Harjeet Singh, consultant orthopaedic surgeon. Image Source: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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47:07

The COVID-19 Infodemic - Are We Doing Enough to...

Health & Living ·

2021/03/23

Technology, social media and messaging apps have played an incredibly crucial role in keeping all of us connected and updated throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. But unfortunately it has also created a space where misinformation about the virus, the disease, and now the vaccine, spreads easily. The World Health Organisation has even described it as an “infodemic”. Are we doing enough to address this parallel pandemic that we are facing? We take a look at how misinformation has affected our

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39:34

Don’t Neglect Women in Perimenopause

Health & Living ·

2021/03/22

We pay a lot of attention to the changes that happen to a woman after menopause (rightly so), but the experience of perimenopause is often neglected. Menopause doesn’t happen overnight, and in most cases, the perimenopausal phase has a significant impact on a woman’s wellbeing and that of her family. We explore how a woman's overall mental and emotional wellbeing is tied in with her experience of perimenopause, and how that transitions into menopause. Image Source: ShutterstockSee

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37:07

Doctor in the House: Managing Multiple Myeloma

Health & Living ·

2021/03/19

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. Our bone marrow plays an important role in producing healthy blood cells. When a type of cancer called multiple myeloma develops in the bone marrow, it can have a debilitating effect on a person’s bones, kidneys, blood, and their ability to ward off infections. Senior consultant haematologist Prof Dr Gan Gin Gin explains more about how multiple myeloma develops, and the treatment

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50:12

Ask A Doctor: Allergies (Part 2)

Health & Living ·

2021/03/18

We are back for our monthly open clinic segment, where we get our doctors to address your health concerns. On today’s show, consultant allergist and immunologist Dr Kent Woo joins us to discuss everything about allergies. Image Source: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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42:07

Healthy Ageing: Let’s Get Our Seniors Registered For...

Health & Living ·

2021/03/17

We’ve talked about why it’s important for our elderly to get the COVID-19 vaccine - which is to prevent them from getting the disease, especially as it is more severe among the elderly. But as we prepare for the upcoming Phase 2 of our immunisation programme, which will target the elderly population, are they even registered to get the COVID-19 vaccine? How do we ensure that they are aware of the process, especially if they live alone? We speak to consultant geriatrician Prof Dr Tan Maw

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48:58

Mind Matters: Suicide Among Young People

Health & Living ·

2021/03/16

Suicide is the leading cause of death among young people in Malaysia, at great social and economic cost to the country. What drives youths to attempt suicide, and what kind of support do we need to provide to prevent further deaths by suicide? We speak to consultant psychiatrist Assoc Prof Dr Amer Siddiq bin Amer Nordin and Dr Chua Sook Ning, clinical psychologist from RELATE. If you need emotional support or just want to talk to someone anonymously, you can call Befrienders KL at 03 7627 2929.

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43:38

Pregnant & Breastfeeding - Should I Get The COVID-19...

Health & Living ·

2021/03/15

If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, you’re probably wondering if it’s safe to get the COVID-19 vaccine. We speak to two consultant obstetricians and gynaecologists, Dr Charlotte Patient from Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge and Prof Dato’ Dr Siti Zawiah Omar from Universiti Malaya Medical Centre to find out why it’s important for pregnant and breastfeeding women to get vaccinated, especially if they are healthcare frontliners, and to answer any questions you

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