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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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46:07

Doctor in the House: Improving Primary Healthcare in...

Health & Living ·

2019/06/21

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. Last week, the Ministry of Health held a town hall meeting with general practitioners from across Malaysia. On today’s show, we’ll explore further the issues that were raised in this meeting and other challenges that GPs face today. We’ll also take a closer look at the state of primary healthcare in Malaysia and its role in addressing major health issues in the country.See

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45:51

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

Health & Living ·

2019/06/20

Many of us think of the brain when we talk about aneurysms, but it can occur along any of our arteries, including the aorta. Being the main blood vessel that runs from the heart through the chest and abdomen, an aneurysm in the aorta could be life-threatening. We’ll be speaking to Dr Naresh Govindarajanthran, vascular surgeon from Sunway Medical Centre to learn more about abdominal aortic aneurysms and how it can be treated.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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48:43

Psychiatry Series: Substance-Related Addictions

Health & Living ·

2019/06/19

Last week, it was reported that three mosques in Penang are set to run what will be the world’s first opioid addiction treatment clinics to use naltrexone, a new drug for harm reduction. Heroin addiction is a significant public health problem in Malaysia, along with alcohol addiction. In today’s Psychiatry series, we’ll be looking at various substance-related addictions and the challenges on the long road to rehab and recovery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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46:34

Ask A Doctor #4: Your Digestive System

Health & Living ·

2019/06/18

We are back for our monthly open clinic segment, where we get our doctors to address your health concerns. On today’s show, consultant gastroenterologist Dato’ Dr Mahendra Raj joins us to discuss your digestive health concerns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:06

Clearing the Air on Vaping

Health & Living ·

2019/06/17

Many Malaysians have picked up the habit of vaping, whether due to its trendiness or as a method to kick their smoking habits. But how much do we really know about the effects of vaping on our health? And what impact would this have on other smoking cessation programmes? We’ll be speaking to Assoc Prof Dr Mohamad Haniki Nik Mohamad from the Kulliyyah of Pharmacy at International Islamic University Malaysia, and Chow Yen Nee, pharmacist from Klinik Kesihatan Batu to break down the myths and

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45:18

Doctor in the House: Father’s Day – From Boys to Men

Health & Living ·

2019/06/14

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. We’re celebrating Father’s Day this Sunday. People make jokes about not being able to understand the female mind, but to be honest, little is known about the male psyche as well. What are the complex psychosocial issues that affect men throughout the different life stages? We have two fathers in the studio, consultant urologist Dr George Lee and consultant clinical psychologist

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36:07

Brain Waves #26: Young Blood, New Brain

Health & Living ·

2019/06/13

Researchers in Stanford have shown that introducing young blood from young mice into old mice increases the cognitive abilities and synaptic connectivity of the latter. What's in the young blood? And will this help with neurodegenerative diseases in humans?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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48:26

Public Health #19: Mental Health Insurance – Whose...

Health & Living ·

2019/06/12

Recently, the issue of mental health insurance – or the lack of it in Malaysia – made the headlines again. On our Public Health series, we hope to keep the conversation going, so we’re speaking to Dr Hazli Zakaria, President of the Malaysian Psychiatric Association. We’ll be exploring whose purview does this come under and what is the role of all the different stakeholders involved in mental healthcare.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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32:17

When Heartburn Strikes

Health & Living ·

2019/06/11

That burning sensation in your chest or a sour taste in the back of your mouth – it’s a familiar feeling for many. But are you in the habit of brushing it off? Maybe you think you’ve just eaten too much spicy food? You may want to think twice – heartburn is a sign of acid reflux, which could progress into something more serious if it is left untreated. Dr Saravana Kumar Karunanathy, Consultant Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist from ParkCity Medical Centre joins us to

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17:47

Hari Raya 2019 Special - Part 3

Health & Living ·

2019/06/04

On the occasion of the eve of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, we catch up with some of our medical experts on how they celebrate this festival with family and friends. They also share some pertinent health advice about staying healthy and safe during this period (hint: it’s all in the eating). We speak to Prof Dr Shahrul Bahyah Kamaruzzaman, Consultant Geriatrician; Dr Zanariah Hussein, Consultant Endocrinologist; and Dr Azlan Kamaludin, Emergency Physician.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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16:01

Hari Raya 2019 Special - Part 2

Health & Living ·

2019/06/04

On the occasion of the eve of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, we catch up with some of our medical experts on how they celebrate this festival with family and friends. They also share some pertinent health advice about staying healthy and safe during this period (hint: it’s all in the eating). We speak to Prof Dr Shahrul Bahyah Kamaruzzaman, Consultant Geriatrician; Dr Zanariah Hussein, Consultant Endocrinologist; and Dr Azlan Kamaludin, Emergency Physician.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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Hari Raya 2019 Special - Part 1

Health & Living ·

2019/06/04

On the occasion of the eve of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, we catch up with some of our medical experts on how they celebrate this festival with family and friends. They also share some pertinent health advice about staying healthy and safe during this period (hint: it’s all in the eating). We speak to Prof Dr Shahrul Bahyah Kamaruzzaman, Consultant Geriatrician; Dr Zanariah Hussein, Consultant Endocrinologist; and Dr Azlan Kamaludin, Emergency Physician.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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30:06

A Deficiency in G6PD

Health & Living ·

2019/06/03

G6PD deficiency is the most common enzyme deficiency in humans, affecting 400 million people worldwide. For many who have this deficiency, it may present little to no symptoms unless triggered. We find out more about G6PD deficiency and how it can affect our daily lives from Prof Dr Thong Meow Keong, consultant paediatrician and clinical geneticist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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47:46

Doctor in the House: World No Tobacco Day 2019

Health & Living ·

2019/05/31

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. It’s World No Tobacco Day! Most of us know that tobacco use can adversely affect our lung health. The government has been implementing and planning various policies to curb tobacco use by Malaysians such as the smoking ban in eateries and a new law on tobacco control. But do these policies have a positive impact on our lung health? We’ll be speaking to Dr Zarihah Zain, the

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50:01

Ask A Doctor #3: Allergies

Health & Living ·

2019/05/30

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

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38:45

Are Older People Overdosing on Medications and...

Health & Living ·

2019/05/29

If you live with an older person, you will be familiar with the sight of them carrying a whole plastic bag of medications and supplements. As many elderly people tend to have several co-existing medical conditions, how do they ensure safety while taking so many different medications at the same time?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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34:31

Irritable Bowel Syndrome – The Psychological Impact

Health & Living ·

2019/05/28

In conjunction with World Digestive Health Day, which falls on 29th May, we’re looking at a different aspect of gastrointestinal health – its link to psychological well-being. Joining us is Puvessha Jegathisen, Clinical Psychologist from IMU Healthcare, to shine a spotlight on the psychological impact of irritable bowel syndrome, a common but debilitating gastrointestinal condition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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34:30

Parkinson's Disease

Health & Living ·

2019/05/27

Malaysia is set to be an aging population by 2030, which means that age-related diseases such as Parkinson’s could become more common. But how will Parkinson’s disease affect our daily lives, from our movements, our physical and mental health, and our social interactions? We speak to Dr Shalini Bhaskar, consultant neurologist and physician from Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara to find out more about the disease and how it can be managed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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48:35

Childhood Speech-Language Disorders

Health & Living ·

2019/05/23

It’s Better Speech and Hearing Month in May, and we’re looking at some common speech-language disorders among children. Joining us are Dr Rajini Sarvananthan, Consultant Developmental Paediatrician and Yong Chihui, Speech Therapist from the Malaysian Association of Speech & Hearing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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44:35

Disease Labels in Orthopaedics

Health & Living ·

2019/05/21

When you are given a disease label, it’s a diagnosis that stays with you. This label can have long-lasting ramifications on how you are treated by all other healthcare professionals. Consultant orthopaedic surgeon Dr Rajesh Singh discusses disease labels in orthopaedics and how this can be potentially dangerous to patients.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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