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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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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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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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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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Doctor In The House: Communicating and Swallowing...

Health & Living ·

2019/05/17

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. A stroke can affect parts of the brain that control speech and swallowing. As a result, you may struggle with the ability to communicate or face complications like poor nutrition, pneumonia and disability. In conjunction with Better Speech and Hearing Month in May, Consultant urologist Dr George Lee is joined by Speech-Language Therapist Cecilia Santiago to talk about stroke rehabilitation

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Brain Waves #25: Neurofibromatosis

Health & Living ·

2019/05/16

May is Neurofibromatosis Awareness Month. Joining neurogeneticist Dr Azlina Ahmad Annuar on her monthly Brain Waves segment is Noraini Manan, who is an actuarial science lecturer who lives with this condition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:40

All Hail Nurses

Health & Living ·

2019/05/15

Nurses are always called the unsung heroes of the medical workforce. In conjunction with International Nurses Day on 12 March, we learn more about how vital nurses are to the healthcare system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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34:18

Healthy Eating in the Fasting and Festive Season

Health & Living ·

2019/05/14

The fasting month is a good time to reflect on the habits in our lives and think about how to bring balance and moderation to the table. For Malaysians, nothing is more in need of moderation than our eating habits. We are joined by Bee See Wei, Head of Dietetics Unit, ParkCity Medical Centre, to discuss healthy eating in the fasting and festive season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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31:06

Chronic Disease and Medication for Ramadan

Health & Living ·

2019/05/13

For those living with chronic diseases, medications help with managing the symptoms and effects of the disease. But if you’re fasting during Ramadan, what does that mean for your medication regimen? To help us understand more about this, we speak to pharmacy officers Ainur Fadlina Mohd Nadzir from Hospital Shah Alam, and Najwa Syahirah Safian from Klinik Kesihatan Senawang in Negeri Sembilan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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43:28

Doctor In The House: Redefining Sex In Sports

Health & Living ·

2019/05/10

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. Olympic gold medallist Mokgadi Caster Semenya is a South African female athlete who has been barred from competing internationally under the women’s category in running events. It’s not because she took illegal performance-enhancing drugs or changed her body artificially. It’s because she was born as a woman with higher-than-usual testosterone levels. Consultant urologist

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47:08

9 May: What Has The Ministry Of Health Achieved?

Health & Living ·

2019/05/09

A year after GE14, we look at what the Ministry of Health has achieved under the new Pakatan Harapan government. We will be asking the Deputy Minister of Health Dr Lee Boon Chye about the Pakatan Harapan manifesto, where the promises have fallen short and what the Ministry of Health will be focusing on in Pakatan’s second year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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48:41

Public Health #18: Advanced Breast Cancer - I Choose...

Health & Living ·

2019/05/08

Metastatic or advanced breast cancer has always been a frightening prospect, thought to be a death sentence. But with newer and better treatment, women can now say, "I choose to survive and live with advanced breast cancer." Nevertheless, what are the obstacles that patients have to navigate, in order to have the best outcome for themselves and their families? Dr John Low Seng Hooi, consultant clinical oncologist joins Azrul Mohd Khalib from Galen Centre for Health & Social Policy, to discuss

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