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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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11:16

World Heart Day Special

Health & Living ·

2015/09/29

Heart trauma leaves scar tissue, interrupting the heart's ability to pump blood efficiently. While the human heart cannot repair itself after a heart attack or other types of damage, the hearts of other species seem to be able to. Fish, for instance, can regenerate cardiac muscles. Inspired by this, a team of researchers led by Stanford University's Professor Dr. Pilar Ruiz-Lozano decided to test these species' heart cells to determine which compounds stimulate healing. We invite Dr. Pilar

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36:50

Cancer And The Environment

Health & Living ·

2015/09/28

Cancer is among the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with approximately 14 million new cases and 8.2 million cancer-related deaths in 2012 according to WHO. The number of new cases is expected to rise by about 70% over the next two decades. Through long-term studies, scientists have suggested a relationship between some cancers and the presence of certain environmental pollutants. This relationship does not rule out other causes but suggests that there are factors in the

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43:46

Rabies In The Northern States

Health & Living ·

2015/09/25

Rabies is one of the oldest diseases known to humans and there is still no treatment available once a patient develops the symptoms. Malaysia has been declared rabies-free since 2012 by the World Health Organisation. All that changed last month when the first cases of rabies in Malaysia were reported. Interestingly, the World Rabies Day falls on September 28. We speak to Dr Vickneshwaran Muthu, senior principal assistant director of the Zoonosis Sector, Disease Control Division of the Health

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14:50

Detox & In 2 Block

Health & Living ·

2015/09/23

Everything we come in contact with whether it's air, water or food, it is always loaded with toxins. On top of that, Malaysia is the fattest nation in South East Asia. In the studio isDato’ Dr. Rajen M, natural health practitioner and columnist, to talk to us about how we can help our body remove some of these toxins and ultimately how we can stay in shape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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32:07

Are Genetically Modified Embryos Important?

Health & Living ·

2015/09/23

A group of scientists, ethicists and policy experts recently said that it is essential that the genetic modification of human embryos is allowed. Genetically modifying an embryo involves the editing of the genetic code of early stage embryos, which the group says is of tremendous value to research. This progress shows that genetically modified babies are fast becoming a possibility. What is really involved in the process of genetic editing? What are the tremendous values that the group claims? And

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24:00

Adolescents & Sleep

Health & Living ·

2015/09/22

Speaking at the British Science festival in England recently, neuroscientist and sleep advocate Paul Kelley said that the typical working pattern posed a threat to performance for those aged under 55. Dr Kelley’s trial argues that not only is having enough sleep important but when we rise from sleep to start the day is equally important. How much sleep do we need and, more importantly, when should we start our day? Sleep expert Richard Bonato shares his views with us.See

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30:57

Neuro-Dramatic Play

Health & Living ·

2015/09/21

Neuro-dramatic-play (NDP) is relationship-centric and provides grounding in play and attachment development particularly between infant and parent but also youth and adults recovering from trauma. It includes sensory, rhythmic and dramatic play. We speak to NDP pioneer Dr Sue Jennings as she explains how this interaction is of crucial importance for the development of a healthy brain and how it influences emotional and social nurturing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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33:46

Teen Suicide Prevention

Health & Living ·

2015/09/17

According to the Malaysian Psychiatric Association, seven people kill themselves daily, with young adults making up the majority. In the last few years we’ve heard of several incidents of college students who attempted or committed suicide. Just last month, a student of Taylor’s University jumped off from the seventh floor of the Lakeside campus. On September 10, The World Suicide Prevention Day was observed to promote worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides by reaching out

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35:32

3D Printing Body Parts

Health & Living ·

2015/09/15

Touted as the technology that would transform industrial production and design, 3D printing is also turning into a medical revolution. Printers that churn out life-like organs and bones are helping doctors learn new procedures and save lives. We speak to Dr Ranjit Singh, a consultant orthopaedic, to learn how 3D printing changes doctors’ work and our lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:50

Complementary & Alternative Medicine for Sports Injuries

Health & Living ·

2015/09/14

Over the past 10 years, the sports medicine community has increased the use of non-operative treatment for musculoskeletal injuries. We explore Massage, Relaxation Techniques, Injectables & Acupuncture as a complementary approach to sports injuries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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33:01

Appendicitis

Health & Living ·

2015/09/11

Has your mother ever warned you about running or jumping too much after eating saying that it will go straight to your appendix causing an infection, thus leading to an appendicitis? Then comes the messy process of an operation to remove the infected part. However, did you know now days there are other ways of treating an appendicitis? Dr. Giana Davidson explains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:38

Cochlear Implants

Health & Living ·

2015/09/10

The discussion will focus on advancements in the area of cochlear implants. Single sided deafness, CI in patients with long standing deafness (adults who lost their hearing as children) - realistic expectations, new types of implants (bone conduction implants, middle ear implants) as the common perception is that is for children and only for sensorineural hearing loss. Brought to you by Sunway Medical. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:21

Moo Plus

Health & Living ·

2015/09/09

Osteoporosis is a thief, it’s a racist, it’s a bully. Is it an exaggeration? With us Dato’ Dr. Rajen M, a natural health practitioner and columnist, gives us his thoughts on the matter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:24

Diagnostic Labels & Your Psychology

Health & Living ·

2015/09/09

Should Clinicians be more cautious in the use of diagnostic labels as itcan influence their own clinical judgements. What is the potential impact of the stigmatising diagnosis?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:39

Opioids

Health & Living ·

2015/09/08

The face of opioid addiction treatment has been changing at a rapid pace with the employment of various new strategies. Newer innovations, particularly community-based treatment programmes, allow more people who are opioid-dependent to have access to the treatment that they need. In Malaysia, drug addiction has been treated with behaviour-based and faith-based programmes. Dr Philip George sheds more light. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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44:00

Gout

Health & Living ·

2015/09/07

Is everyone at risk of an attack of gout? Often a condition that is misunderstood, Dr Rajesh will help us separate gout fact from fiction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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48:40

Antibiotic Apocalypse

Health & Living ·

2015/09/04

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence's Professor Mark Baker said 10 million antibiotic prescriptions a year in England were inappropriate. There is universal consensus that the very basis of modern medicine is under threat due to rising numbers of infections that are resistant to drugs. Dr. George Lee returns to discuss this piece of news alongside Dr. Ashok Philip.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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44:28

Developing Motor Skills in Children

Health & Living ·

2015/09/03

As babies grow into toddlers and young children, their muscles develop and strengthen. They began to grab, to swipe, to flip pages and press buttons on the remote control. Motor skills seem to come naturally to children, but are there potential pitfalls that we need to be aware of? And might we help children develop motor skills as best as they could? Dr Rajini Sarvanathan explains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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19:29

Race in the Workplace

Health & Living ·

2015/09/03

According to a new study by associate professor of business Jane Tong, cultural values of different ethnic groups have been magnified by the media, but share more similarities than differences. We get professor Tong to explain her research findings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:48

Lacto 5

Health & Living ·

2015/09/02

Do you know that there are more living good bacteria in your gut than the stars in the universe? They do a lot for you, who help digestion, improve immunity and regulate your bowel. Tune in this Wednesday on Health & Living segment to find out more from Dato’ Dr Rajen., natural health practitioner and columnist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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