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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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35:50

Disappearing Ear Infections

Health & Living ·

2016/05/13

Ear infections were considered “bread and butter pediatrics” a few decades ago, but several studies seem to show a steady decline over the years. Today we explore what’s at the heart of disappearing ear infections including immunisations, diagnoses, and parental habits. We also talk about prescribing antibiotics to children with our guest, Dr Yong Junina Fadzil, Consultant Paediatrician.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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36:40

Career of an Outstanding Dietitian

Health & Living ·

2016/05/12

Mary Easaw John recently received the news that she was selected as a 2016 Outstanding Dietitian of the Year by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She is the first Malaysian to receive the honour. We talk to her about how awards like this can spur others on in their career as dietitians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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36:02

Fear of Being Single

Health & Living ·

2016/05/11

What would you do to not end up alone? A team in Toronto conducted a study along the lines of that, and found that the fear of being single predicts settling for less in romantic relationships. We’ll discuss today the Fear of Being Single, the expectations of love, and the modern day arranged marriage with our guest Dr Johnben Loy, US Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:18

Psychiatry Series: Mass Hysteria

Health & Living ·

2016/05/10

Last month, a school was temporarily shut down amid a case of mass hysteria. Possessed by spirits? The wandering uterus? Since ancient times, many cultures offered explanations to the medical curiosity. But why does it seem to affect mainly females? And what does modern medicine actually know about this intriguing phenomenon? Consultant Psychiatrist, Dr Philip George, unravels the mystery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:23

Lysosomal Diseases

Health & Living ·

2016/05/09

There are about 50 different types of lysosomal storage diseases (LSD). LSDs are life-threatening and the average lifespan of patients does not exceed 20 years. Enzyme replacement therapy is now available for seven types of LSDs but each individual ERT cost averages about RM1 million a year. Hear all about lysosomal diseases, why treatment is so costly and how everyone can help.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:50

X-Men Among Us

Health & Living ·

2016/05/06

Thirteen genetic superheroes walk among us but they don’t know it. These individuals were discovered from an analysis of the genomes of more than half a million people. The study showed that they have genetic mutations that is known to be disease causing – but do not exhibit any symptoms. Can genetically resilient individuals really exist?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:01

Economic Burden of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Health & Living ·

2016/05/05

The worst disease isn't always the one that kills. Imagine a disease that has your antibodies attacking your joints, swelling them, and eventually twisting them out of shape. A disease that you cannot cure but have to control for life on drugs. That would be rheumatoid arthritis – a disease that forces one third of its patients out of their jobs. Tune in as we speak to afflicted patients and the medical specialist who treats them to learn about the economic burden of rheumatoid arthritis on

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37:36

World Asthma Day 2016

Health & Living ·

2016/05/04

In conjunction with World Asthma Day, which is observed on May 3rd this year, we find out the process of establishing Asthma Malaysia, a non-profit with the aim of educating and empowering individuals with asthma.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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32:04

Insight into Medical Tourism

Health & Living ·

2016/05/03

The Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council is spearheading the Health Ministry’s vision of making Malaysia a hub for medical tourism. With increasing growth in this sector comes the need for better understanding about the specifics of healthcare travel, which is why the MHTC is organising their first medical tourism conference, Insight 2016. Here to tell us more about the event was Sherene Azli, CEO of MHTC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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43:43

Doctor in the House: Autism Awareness Month, Part Two

Health & Living ·

2016/04/29

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. This time he is joined by KRU’s Edry Abdul Halim to share his perspective as a parent of a child with autism and Tunku Mona Riza, the filmmaker behind Redha. To catch the first part of the show, you can check out Consultant Developmental Paediatrician, Dr Rajini Sarvananthan, who shares her views from a medical perspective.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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47:50

Autism Awareness Month, Part One

Health & Living ·

2016/04/28

The eighth annual World Autism Awareness Day is April 2nd, 2016 but some countries also observe autism awareness for the whole month. Find out what it's like to live with a developmental disability and where you can find support, intervention and treatment with Consultant Developmental Paediatrician, Dr Rajini Sarvananthan.To learn more about autism, check out ANDI Initiative. Part Two of the show presents a parent’s perspective on caring for a child with autism.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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25:18

Training for Warriors

Health & Living ·

2016/04/27

Training for Warriors is a US-based physical strength and mental development programme developed from the strength and conditioning programmes used by top combat athletes. We speak to the man behind Malaysia’s first TFW dojo, and what inspired his mission to introduce the programme to the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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43:10

The Tongue

Health & Living ·

2016/04/26

Your tongue helps with tasting, swallowing, chewing and talking. Many of us have probably been told that the tongue is the strongest muscle in the body. Nonetheless, the tongue is prone to several diseases that could interfere with its functions. Consultant ENT Specialist Dr Lim Wye Keat has the details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:43

Hockey and Safety

Health & Living ·

2016/04/25

The Sultan Azlan Shah Cup hockey tournament just ended on April 16th with Australia beating India to lift the title. Malaysia narrowly lost the third placing match to New Zealand in a 5-4 shootout. There are several forms and variations to the game, but they share one thing in common – manoeuvering a ball or puck into the opponent's goal with a hockey stick. To find out more about the game from a medical lens, we have Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Harjeet Singh.See omnystudio.com/listener

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45:35

Doctor in the House: Asthma, Over-diagnosed and...

Health & Living ·

2016/04/22

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. Joining him this week are Dr Sundari Ampikaipakan and Dato’ Dr Abdul Razak Muttalif, respiratory medicine specialists, to discuss whether doctors are diagnosing asthma too readily.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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44:27

Brain Tumour

Health & Living ·

2016/04/21

Tumours of all kinds can be dreadful, but brain tumour in particular sounds terrifying. The thought of the direct effects of the tumour on the delicate structures of the brain and how that could cause permanent cognitive and communication difficulties is enough to make anyone shudder. Hear all about it from Sunway Medical Centre experts, Neurosurgeon Dr Syed Abdullah Al-Haddad and Clinical Oncologist Dr Christina Lai.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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33:03

The Latest in Dental Health

Health & Living ·

2016/04/20

Dr Khoo Suan Phaik discusses the latest research and news in dentistry since her last visit to BFM almost a year ago.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:35

The Rise of the Pseudo Pro Athletes

Health & Living ·

2016/04/19

They train like pros but actually have full time jobs. They are not amateurs either because they invest time, energy and money into their favourite sports. How has the competitive sports industry cater to this sub-group of athletes, and is it a sustainable lifestyle for the athletes? Personal Trainer Karen Siah and Ironman triathlete Rupert Chen share their views on the rise of the pseudo pro athletes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:32

Johns Hopkins-Lancet Commission on Global Drug Policy

Health & Living ·

2016/04/18

Recently local actor Tony Eusoff was charged for drug possession in Singapore and faces 10 years of jail time, a fine of over RM 50,000, or both. Also in recent days, the Johns Hopkins-Lancet Commission published a report calling for the decriminalisation of minor drug offences. In their report, they have stated concern that the war on drugs is putting public health, scientific evidence, and human rights on the sidelines. Co-Chair Prof Adeeba Kamarulzaman explains the position taken by the

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42:12

Doctor in the House: Sperm Donor With More Than 800...

Health & Living ·

2016/04/15

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. This week, Fertility Specialist Dato Dr Prashant Nadkarni joins him for a discussion about the ethical and medical issues with Simon Watson, the British man who fathered more than 800 children. The unlicensed sperm donor finds his clients on Facebook, charging £50 per donation. Dr Prashant Nadkarni had previously discussed fertility topics including how to have that perfect baby and

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