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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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11:08

The Future of Medical Tourism

Health & Living ·

2016/02/16

Sherene Azli, CEO of the Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) spoke to us about Frost & Sullivan's Transformational Health 360° Research report about the future of the healthcare industry, and what the outlook is for medical tourism in Malaysia. For more podcasts on Medical tourism, be sure to check out: Enterprise's interview with Rhenu Bhuller of Frost & Sullivan The Breakfast Grille's interview with Sherene Azli of MHTCSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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31:01

Social Networks and Health

Health & Living ·

2016/02/10

Social networks is as important as exercise and diet in reducing health risks in each stage of life. Dr Johnben Loy, US Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist explained the findings from this new study from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Joining him in the discussion was Chiropractor, Dr Barry Kluner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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46:49

Wound Management

Health & Living ·

2016/02/04

When a skin is torn, cut or punctured due to an injury or surgery, wound management is an integral part of its care to promote healing and to restore the patient's' quality of life. Find out more about the importance of wound management from specialists from Sunway Medical Centre.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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34:20

To Deworm or Not To Deworm?

Health & Living ·

2016/02/03

A controversial Cochrane review in October 2015 opened a can of worms and sparked debate about the benefits of mass deworming. Although currently recommended by the World Health Organization, the Cochrane review claimed that deworming drugs had little or no effect. Prof Dr Yvonne Lim, the Immediate Past-President of Malaysian Society of Parasitology and Tropical Medicine with expertise in soil-transmitted helminths, has conducted numerous studies on deworming in Malaysia, especially among Orang Asli

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28:58

World Cancer Day 2016

Health & Living ·

2016/02/02

2015 was a challenging year for everyone and that includes those involved in the fight against cancer. Last year we learned that about half of Malaysian cancer patients go bankrupt a year after their diagnosis.This year, in conjunction with World Cancer Day on February 4th, we spoke toFarahida Mohd Farid from the National Cancer Council (MAKNA) to get the latest updates on news concerning cancer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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42:39

Dengue Roundtable

Health & Living ·

2016/02/01

Only a month into 2016 and we have seen more than 10,000 dengue cases that resulted in at least 23 deaths. Is there a new dengue strain? Will the El Nino make the outbreak worse? What about the dengue vaccine? These questions and more were explored during this panel discussion with Prof Emeritus Dr Lam Sai Kit, Asia Pacific Steering Committee for Dengue Vaccine to Vaccination Programme; Dr Milton Lum, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist and Columnist; and Datuk Dr Zulkifli Ismail, President of Asia

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46:29

Doctor in the House: Zika, Chikungunya and Dengue

Health & Living ·

2016/01/29

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Focusing on Aedes mosquito-borne diseases, he is joined by the Head of Vector-Borne Disease Sector from the Health Ministry, Dr Rose Nani Mudin to learn more about the Zika virus that is spreading fast across South America. They will also touch on two other diseases spread by the Aedes mosquito – chikungunya and dengue – which are on the rise in Malaysia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:45

Identity Development in Children

Health & Living ·

2016/01/28

“Who am I?” “Where do I belong?” These are a couple of questions children may ask as they begin to have a sense of personal identity. Identity formation is a process that begins from young. While it is a complex subject, the social environment plays a huge role in influencing the identity development in children. To help us understand it better is Consultant Developmental Paediatrician, Dr Rajini Sarvananthan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:24

70 and Still Running

Health & Living ·

2016/01/27

Elite senior marathoners may be giving their younger counterparts a run for their money. A new study published in American Journal of Physiology examines if their impressive fitness has anything to do with their muscles not ageing. Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Dr Harjeet Singh, shares how older persons can continue to remain active without injuries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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23:40

Conversion Disorder – Mind versus Body?

Health & Living ·

2016/01/26

Last year, a British Paralympian hopeful who had been in a wheelchair for four years was told that she could no longer compete because her disability is psychological rather than physical. She is suffering from a condition called conversion disorder. This rare disorder causes people to suffer from neurological symptoms such as paralysis without an identifiable physical cause. Consultant Neuropsychiatrist, Dr Prem Kumar Chandrasekaran, tells us more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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30:24

The Cost of Medicine under the Trans-Pacific Partnership

Health & Living ·

2016/01/22

A controversial negotiation has come this far. Since we last checked in with Policy Manager at the Malaysian AIDS Council, Fifa Rahman, on the TPP, a lot has taken place: TPP documents were released to the public, the Dewan Rakyat sitting to discuss the TPP is scheduled for January 26 and 27, and the Ministry of International Trade and Industry launched a booklet to explain TPP in simple terms. But without a pass from the US Congress, the whole agreement could fail. Fifa Rahman and Firdaos Rosli,

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19:56

Transforming Primary Care Services

Health & Living ·

2016/01/21

Healthcare is one of the most basic services that must be afforded to everyone. In fact, the right to health is specified as one our basic human rights in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Yet, despite the good intentions of healthcare service providers, the system is designed poorly, according to one physician. What does he mean by that? Meet the doctor who is trying to put the humanity back into healthcare: Dr Rushika Fernandopulle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:53

Obese Cops and Obesity Management

Health & Living ·

2016/01/20

On January 8th, the police force launched the Trim N Fit programme for cops with a BMI above 25. Bukit Aman's Director of Management (Communications), Datuk Zulkifli Abdullah said that at least 10% of the police force are obese. Essentially, they are more likely to die from health problems than in the line of duty. Jouyin Teoh, an Occupational Therapist with a focus on Obesity Management and Corporate Health, describes how obesity affects work performance and how workplace policies can ensure

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37:21

Cancer – New Research, Better Outcome

Health & Living ·

2016/01/18

Precision medicine is touted to be the future of healthcare, including in cancer treatments. Producing a personalised treatment for every cancer patient may sound impractical, not to mention wildly expensive; but this approach is expected to boost success rate precisely for every single patient. The question is, how do we know all the right targets to produce all the right drugs for every patient? Clinical Oncologist, Dr Mastura Md Yusof, shares the tedious effort to find the cure for cancer. This

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36:33

Snoring

Health & Living ·

2016/01/15

Is snoring a sign of a good night's sleep or is there something more to it? Consultant ENT Specialist, Dr Lim Wye Keat shares his views.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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32:30

The Next Generation of Vision Correction Technology

Health & Living ·

2016/01/14

By the time we leave school, up to 90% of Asians need to wear glasses. But are contact lens and spectacles a constant hassle to you? For years, corrective laser eye surgery was the only method of permanent vision correction, but not anymore. Consultant Ophthalmologist, Dr Khaw Hoon Hoon, gives us a glimpse into the future of vision correction technology.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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33:34

Inauthentic Behaviour

Health & Living ·

2016/01/13

Have you ever forced a smile or outwardly agreed with a point while inwardly disagreeing? If yes, then you’ve had to engage in inauthentic behaviour which may have benefited your interpersonal relationships, but at a moral cost. Psychologists have found that acting in an inauthentic way makes people feel impure or immoral, thus leading them to compensate through cleansing activities like washing or showering. Jonathan Lee, COO of GMAC Realtors, joins Dr. Johnben Loy, Licensed Marriage and

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43:57

Borderline Personality Disorder

Health & Living ·

2016/01/12

As part of our Psychiatry Series, we will be discussing the very serious mental illness that is Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). People suffering with this disorder behave impulsively, feel isolated, and usually have unstable relationships. Their overwhelming emotions can lead to self-harm and even suicide. Dr Philip George and Dr Stephen Jambunathan, Consultant Psychiatrists tell us more about identifying the signs and treating this severe mental disorder.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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28:56

Living With Pain, Not In Pain

Health & Living ·

2016/01/11

A girl who chronically skipped school and a man who rejected travel or heavy work. Both complained of unbearable pain. Pain that nobody could see and only those who suffer can understand. Pain that almost robbed the girl and man of their education, career and life. Dependent and dejected, they fell into depression. Then they learned to accept the pain, and rose as champions to face the world. We follow Janani Ravi, Omar bin Ismail and their caretakers on a lifelong journey of living with pain, not

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47:42

Doctor in the House: Cervical Cancer

Health & Living ·

2016/01/08

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and we start off this year’s Doctor in the House series with discussion on this devastating disease. Learn more about HPV and its link to Cervical Cancer, and why these diseases deserve more public attention to prevent its spreading. Our guests today are Prof. Dr. Jamiyah Binti Hassan, Professor of Obstetric and Gynaecology, University of Malaya and Dr. George Lee, Consultant Urologist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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