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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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40:39

Mountain Biking

Health & Living ·

2013/04/08

Many of us have - at one point in our lives- ridden a mountain bike. Learning to cycle is one of the hallmarks of childhood, but while we use the gears on our mountain bikes, to ride up or down the slopes of our neighbourhoods or playgrounds, the bikes are built for much more than that. Darcy Steinhardt, founder of Zero2Hero and coach, tells us more about mountain biking for health and the kind of skills we need to be in possession of.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:57

The Relationship Between a General Practitioner and a...

Health & Living ·

2013/04/05

When we first get the sniffles or a headache that won't go away, the first people we see are always the general practitioners. The people who run our neighbourhood clinics and who we trust. But what kind of work and communication should really go into this patient-doctor relationship? Dr. M Sarveswara, general practitioner, explains more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:05

Exercising for the Elderly

Health & Living ·

2013/04/04

They always say that fitness is an investment, and it's one that will particularly pay off in old age, as it keeps people healthy and social and independent. Karen Siah, fitness instructor, gives her perspective and tips on exercising for the elderly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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36:28

Six Hours in Hell

Health & Living ·

2013/04/03

A Rebel Extreme program, Six Hours in Hell is as much about finding your own limits, as it is about pushing them. Telling us more about the program as well as the relationship between fitness and mindset is Jason Moriarty, fitness coach and Rajesh Gill, participant in the program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:52

The Basics of Anaesthesiology

Health & Living ·

2013/04/01

Anaesthesia is a crucial part of modern surgery, removing pain from the procedure, However, the job of an anaesthetist goes far beyond the surgery alone and it isn't only about putting the patient under. Dr. Foo Sze Yuen shares the ins and outs of her profession. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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25:33

Oral Biopsy: When in Doubt, Have it Out

Health & Living ·

2013/03/28

In some instances, diagnostic tests can be as serious and invasive as the actual treatment, and a prime example of this is in the oral biopsy. Requiring a sample of tissue in order to identify what the cause of an illness might be, it's also a procedure that requires careful planning and skill. Professor Khoo Suan Phaik, oral physician, tells us more bout the procedure and explains why 'When in doubt, have it out.'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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35:02

Support for Dialysis Patients

Health & Living ·

2013/03/27

Kidneys are organs in our bodies that we need for multiple reasons : filtering waste, producing hormones and generally helping us to run efficiently. Kidney failure is something that often needs to be treated with permanent measures, either with dialysis or a kidney transplant. Dialysis can be a draning experience, physically, emotionally and financially, so how can support be provided to both them and their family? Dr. Sivashanker Kanagasabapathy, general manager of dialysis services and medical

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21:59

Clubfoot

Health & Living ·

2013/03/25

Clubfoot is a fairly common condition that people are born with, with numbers suggesting that it affects 1 out of a 1000 children. Treatment options for clubfoot have ranged from surgery to massaging and stretching to leg-braces. However even modern treatment is long-term and requires special gear that may be beyond reach for some families. Explaining the condition as well as why some help is needed is Dr. Jeremy Prakash, consultant orthopaedic surgeon and Andrew Lee, past president of the Rotary

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22:36

Colorectal Cancer and Diet

Health & Living ·

2013/03/21

More than the other cancers, colorectal cancer has a direct link to diet, and nutrition can play a big role in both the prevention and treatment of colorectal cancer. With so many factors - Omega-3 oils, antioxidants, selenium- being touted as good for you, how do we really know what we need to be taking, along with how much of it we should be consuming? Periandal Asha, a dietitian from the National Cancer Society, explains more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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32:29

Scientific Exchange

Health & Living ·

2013/03/13

Dr. Rita Colwell is a Distinguished University Professor both at the University of Maryland at College Park and at Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health, but she also travels the world to promote science and technology cooperation between the United States and other countries, and to build international partnerships through scientific exchange. She joins us to explain the concept and benefits of science and technology cooperation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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29:01

Empowered : Colorectal Cancer and Low-Income Communities

Health & Living ·

2013/03/12

In conjunction with Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we take a look at silent casualties in the war against cancer, with cancer patients living in low-income communities not having the same advantages that we often take for granted. Dr. Christina Ng, founder and president of Empowered, explains how the work they do focuses on bringing education and access to treatment to low-income communities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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35:18

Virtual Pathology

Health & Living ·

2013/03/11

The times they are a-changing, and science is changing quicker with the times than almost anything else. Work that once needed to be done delicately in labs and that could be lost or damaged, can now be shared and stored virtually, making everything that much quicker and easier. Such are the possibilities of virtual pathology. However, like any other modality, there are pros and cons, and weighing them out is Dr. Sri Ganesh Kalimuthu, consultant histopathologist.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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27:16

Food for Your Eyes

Health & Living ·

2013/02/28

Food and nutrition is an integral part of making our bodies run at optimal levels, and it is no different for our eyes. But with so many reports and so much research to do, getting started on eye-healthy foods can be confusing. Dr. Kenneth Fong and his wife, Goo Chui Hoong , wrote a cookbook to help elucidate what eye-healthy foods are and how they can be incorporated into a daily, delicious diet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:25

Cardiac Rehabilitation

Health & Living ·

2013/02/27

The road to recovery after major cardiac events and disease can be long and arduous, requiring help from a multi-disciplinary team of medical experts and cooperation from the patient. Telling us more about cardiac rehabilitation and its importance in recovery and long-term health is Dr. Rameezan Begam Abd Rahim and Mr. T. Mahenthiran.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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26:57

Pilates Instructor Certification

Health & Living ·

2013/02/21

We've all heard about Pilates and all the things it's touted to do for our fitness and our bodies. But with no standardised qualification available, how do we know who's teaching us and what qualifications they have? Carolyne Anthony explains the different certifications available and how one can attain them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:30

Valentine's Day Special: Love

Health & Living ·

2013/02/14

Love is a word that means many things, used to describe many things and can cause you to do a great many things - some of which might not make sense. This Valentine's Day, Vizla Kumaresan examines its multiple facets, how it impacts our psyches and some of its lesser known incarnations, such as platonic love.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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30:04

Infertility amongst Women in Malaysia

Health & Living ·

2013/02/13

Infertility, in its simplest terms, means being unable to conceive after a year of trying. However, not many people are aware of that definition and often do not seek help as early as they could or should. Explaining more about the need for awareness on infertility amongst couples in Malaysia as well as a study that sheds light on the decision-making process behind getting pregnant, is Professor Zainul Rashid Mohd Razi, consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist and reproductive specialist.See

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37:59

Know Thy Cancers : Gastric Cancer

Health & Living ·

2013/02/07

Another entry in the Know Thy Cancer series, Dr. Sri Ganesh gives us the breakdown on gastric cancer, examining facets such as the cellular structure of the tumour, common risk factors and how to catch a disease that tends to only present obviously in its later stages.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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23:11

Exercising Outdoors

Health & Living ·

2013/02/04

Who wants to work out in a neon-lit bow with blaring MTV when you could get fit in the fresh air? Noel Chelliah, fitness instructor, explains why public gyms in parks are the future of exercise. Is this why we fail miserably at the gym?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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42:59

New Year Resolution 5: Vasectomies

Health & Living ·

2013/02/01

Should men pledge to take more responsibility this year over contraception and sexual health? And whose responsibility is it anyway? Continuing the New Year's Resolutions series, Dr. George Lee and Meera Sivasothy visit a pub in TTDI to talk to local men and women about contraception and vasectomies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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