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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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Doctor in the House: Global Health

Health & Living ·

2017/04/14

Dr Derek Yach has focused his career on advancing global health. Presently, he is the Chief Health Officer and Senior Vice President of the Vitality Group. He also serves on several advisory boards, including those of the Clinton Global Initiative and the World Economic Forum. But previously, he was Senior Vice President of Global Health and Agriculture Policy at PepsiCo, a Professor of Global Health at Yale University and Executive Director for Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health at the

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35:20

Doctor in the House: Global Health

Health & Living ·

2017/04/14

Dr Derek Yach has focused his career on advancing global health. Presently, he is the Chief Health Officer and Senior Vice President of the Vitality Group. He also serves on several advisory boards, including those of the Clinton Global Initiative and the World Economic Forum. But previously, he was Senior Vice President of Global Health and Agriculture Policy at PepsiCo, a Professor of Global Health at Yale University and Executive Director for Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health at the

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31:57

Brain Waves #2: Don't Look Into the Light

Health & Living ·

2017/04/13

Most of us are guilty of it - using laptops, smartphones, or tablets before we sleep. For some of us, it’s even become a daily routine, or even a ritual. Recently, there’s been a rise of articles that suggest phone lights may have effects on our brains that can cause mood disorders, sleep cycle disruptions, and even cancer. But is this all true? In our second episode of Brain Waves, Neurogeneticist Dr Azlina Ahmad Annuar helps us understand what might happen to our brains when we use our

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30:54

Teaching Children with Dyslexia

Health & Living ·

2017/04/12

The President of the National Organisation for Dyslexia joins us to discuss the importance of early intervention for children with dyslexia. He also shares his teaching methodology to help these kids stay in school.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:18

Psychiatry Series: Drug Therapy vs Psychotherapy

Health & Living ·

2017/04/11

A study by the American Psychological Association found that people seeking help for mental disorders are more likely to refuse or not complete their prescription if their treatments involve only psychotropic drugs. It appears that people are partial to psychotherapy. With Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Philip George and Consultant Psychologist Sharan Kaur, we explore these treatment methods of mental disorders, and explore the stigma regarding drug therapy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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31:50

Health News Digest: Health and Living Live 2017 Recap

Health & Living ·

2017/04/10

We discuss the latest in health news. This week, join us for a recap of the Health & Living Live 2017 event themed Creating Urban Happiness. We share what you have shared with us as you explored happiness, emotions and mental well-being. -- 0:00 - Intro 1:27 - Health and Living Live Opening Speech 7:31 - Facial Expression Test 22:31 - What Does Happiness Mean To You?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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37:53

Doctor in the House: Of Sperm and Penis Rings

Health & Living ·

2017/04/07

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. This week, he explains the latest research in sperm swimming. Apparently, it is all down to "simple math". We find out what that means. Also, he shares his thoughts on the recent incident of penile strangulation, which left a Penangite in a bit of bind. What does he think about penis rings?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:57

Down Syndrome, Genetic Counselling and Prenatal...

Health & Living ·

2017/04/06

Of the many genetic conditions known to affect humans, Down Syndrome is perhaps the most recognisable. Prof Dr Thong Meow Keong was a member of an international team that published a study on Down Syndrome in diverse populations. He joins us to explain the scope of the study, the importance of genetic counselling, and whether it’s worth it to undergo prenatal genetic screening.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:16

Caring for the Caregiver

Health & Living ·

2017/04/05

Caring for a loved one afflicted by a debilitating disease can be tough job. It can take a heavy toll on the patient and the loved ones. Who takes care of the carer? Clinical Psychologist Paul J shares how caregivers can make life more manageable both for the patient and the carer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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37:04

Invisible Disabilities

Health & Living ·

2017/04/04

Earlier this month, a teen drove against traffic and killed one in the process. It later turned out that the teen model has ADHD and was on prescription medicine to manage her condition. Occupational Therapist Teoh Jouyin shared her views on invisible disability on her Facebook page, calling for compassion rather than anger and condemnation alone. Her post went viral, with hundreds of shares, likes and comments. She joins us today to speak about invisible disabilities.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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47:25

Cancer in the City

Health & Living ·

2017/04/03

At the World Economic Forum earlier this year, the C/Can 2025 City Cancer Challenge was launched. We find out what that’s all about from the CEO of the Union for International Cancer Control. We also learn more about the World Cancer Congress 2018 that Malaysia will be hosting for the first time this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:22

Poppema Lymphoma

Health & Living ·

2017/03/31

Before he became President of the University of Groningen in the Netherlands, Professor Sibrandes Poppema studied medicine in the same university, specialising in Pathology, and completed his PhD on the Immunopathology of Hodgkin's disease. He now holds six patents on CD45 and Galectin-1, and has a type of lymphoma named after him in France. He takes us through his illustrious career, and shares what he thinks of the future of pathology.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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34:30

H5N1 Outbreak

Health & Living ·

2017/03/30

The Kelantan government has declared a state of emergency to mobilise resources to contain the H5N1 infection. The Ministry of Health’s Senior Principal Assistant Director, Zoonosis Sector, Disease Control Division, Dr Vickneshwaran Muthu joins us for an update on the on-going outbreak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:13

Track & Field

Health & Living ·

2017/03/29

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Harjeet Singh returns for his monthly show on sports medicine and orthopaedics. This month, he focuses on athletics. Most professional track and field athletes specialise in only a small number of disciplines. Traditionally, the title of the World's Greatest Athlete has been given to the person who wins the Olympic decathlon - which combines foot races, throwing and jumping disciplines. Is that still accurate in modern sports?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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43:29

Mad Meds: Pushing Sporting Limits

Health & Living ·

2017/03/24

The war against doping in sports has been going on for a long time. Now, caffeine is back on the World Anti-Doping Agency’s waiting list of prohibited substances. How is the practice of sports medicine regulated? We speak to medical doctor and former Olympian Tan Sri Dato Dr M Jegathesan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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42:58

Communication Skills

Health & Living ·

2017/03/23

An American father made the headlines recently for tracking his son’s first words in a spreadsheet, revealing his learning curves. Consultant Developmental Paediatrician Dr Rajini Sarvananthan explains verbal and nonverbal communication, and other ways children express themselves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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30:46

Kids Are Sitting Too Much

Health & Living ·

2017/03/22

British scientists suggest that children stop exercising around the age of seven. It coincides with the peak rate of obesity cases in children, which happens around the same age. Personal Trainer Karen Siah talks about practical and age-appropriate physical activities to get kids moving and keep obesity at bay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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44:52

Repetitive Strain Injuries

Health & Living ·

2017/03/21

Bowen Therapist Lorna Mair returns to discuss repetitive strain injuries and some simple stretches that could help you relief yours.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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35:22

Health News Digest: The Body’s Unusual Talents

Health & Living ·

2017/03/20

We discuss the latest in health news. Today, Kashif joins Tina to discuss the socially contagious behaviour of itching, super memories and how some parts of your body stay alive after you're clinically dead. -- 0:00 - Intro 1:17 - Itching 10:58 - Super memory 21:02 - DeathSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:34

Doctor in the House: Trump Care and the World

Health & Living ·

2017/03/17

The American Health Care Act, now being called “Trump Care” and even “Obamacare Lite”, is Donald Trump’s new healthcare bill that attempts to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, or as more popularly known, “Obamacare”. This new bill has received massive opposition from Doctors from many different healthcare organisations and even from grassroot communities such as coal miners. Joining us for this week’s Doctor In the House with Dr George Lee is

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