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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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41:30

Counsellor’s Corner: Is Imposter Syndrome Real?

Health & Living ·

2025/10/02

Licensed counsellor Lee Kah Seng joins us on Counsellor’s Corner to answer questions about imposter syndrome. Is it real? Why do we feel so much self-doubt when it comes to our abilities and achievements? And what can we do to get out of this paralysing state?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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30:20

Alternative Funding For Breast Cancer Care in...

Health & Living ·

2025/10/01

As public resources and mainstream funding for cancer care become increasingly scarce, how can patient groups explore alternative financing strategies? At a recent roundtable discussion on ‘Navigating Access to Improve Breast Cancer Care in Southeast Asia’, co-organised by the Alliance & Partnerships for Patient Innovation & Solutions (APPIS), and National Cancer Society of Malaysia, supported by Novartis, patient organisations from seven countries around the region came together to share

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35:15

Patient Navigation for Breast Cancer Care in...

Health & Living ·

2025/10/01

How does patient navigation accelerate access to breast cancer care and support? At a recent roundtable discussion on ‘Navigating Access to Improve Breast Cancer Care in Southeast Asia’, co-organised by the Alliance & Partnerships for Patient Innovation & Solutions (APPIS), and National Cancer Society of Malaysia, supported by Novartis, patient organisations from seven countries around the region came together to share their best practices and challenges in patient navigation, when it comes

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49:39

Boldly Facing The ‘M’ 2025 Panel 2: Power, Purpose,...

Health & Living ·

2025/09/30

Midlife isn’t the end of your purpose - it’s the start of your next, most intentional chapter. Discover how legacy planning can help you define what matters, take charge of your future, and leave a meaningful imprint on the world around you.This is an edited replay of the second series of BFM Health & Living (For Her) events, with the theme “Boldly Facing The ‘M’: Embracing Your 40s and Beyond”. This event is presented by FWD Insurance.Listen to the first panel session on ‘Your Body & Mind

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52:58

Boldly Facing The ‘M’ 2025 Panel 1: Your Body & Mind...

Health & Living ·

2025/09/30

Do you feel like your body and mind were taken over by aliens the moment you turned 40? You’re not alone. Hot flushes, night sweats, brain fog and anxiety aren’t just cliches about women in their 40s and 50s, they’re significant symptoms that women need help with. We’re providing a safe space for women to overturn the taboos and stereotypes about perimenopause and menopause, and to face this phase of life with grace.This is an edited replay of the second series of BFM Health & Living (For Her)

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43:50

Beyond The Diagnosis #32: “I Couldn’t Give Up”

Health & Living ·

2025/09/29

When illness strikes suddenly, it can turn your world upside down in an instant. For Gabriel Wong, a brain infection spread to his spine, leaving him with paraplegia and forcing him to relearn what his body could and could not do. In this episode of Beyond The Diagnosis, we’ll hear his journey of rehabilitation — the day-to-day labour of rebuilding strength, the frustrations of small setbacks, and the triumph of small victories. We’ll also hear from Prof Dr Julia Patrick Engkasan, a consultant

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30:37

Rehab in Palliative Care

Health & Living ·

2025/09/26

When someone is diagnosed with a life-limiting disease, palliative care is important to help patients live with good quality of life. Rehab therapy can play a role in helping patients with issues like pain, lack of mobility or loss of function, to support patients in being as active as possible, even if their illness progresses. Consultant rehabilitation physician Dr Intan Sabrina joins us to talk about the role of rehab therapy in palliative care.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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43:24

Will Budget 2026 Include the Needs of Neurodivergent...

Health & Living ·

2025/09/25

Every child deserves the chance to thrive — but not every child has the same start or opportunities. For some families, that means navigating the challenges of raising a neurodivergent child, including therapies, education and social support. As Budget 2026 approaches, what investments are needed to strengthen early childhood intervention and support for neurodivergent children? Today, we hear from the National Early Childhood Intervention Council on what they hope to see.Brought to you by Mah Sing

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38:07

Ask A Doctor: Your Eyes and Vision

Health & Living ·

2025/09/24

In our monthly Ask A Doctor segment, we speak to consultant ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal surgeon Dr Kenneth Fong about common questions you have about your vision and eye health.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:10

Because Feelings Matter #45: When A Dream Job Turned...

Health & Living ·

2025/09/23

Imagine being bullied at the workplace, where you’re shouted at, and humiliated by, your boss on a daily basis. Cheryl tolerated this for several months, in a workplace where such behaviour had been normalised, until she realised the job wasn’t worth sacrificing her dignity and mental health for. On this episode of ‘Because Feelings Matter’, Cheryl describes the toxic work environment she had to endure, and the journey of self-awareness that led her to step away for her own mental well-being. (Note:

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26:27

Sport Climbing & Bouldering - Is It For Everyone?

Health & Living ·

2025/09/22

The popularity of indoor climbing and bouldering has surged in recent years, and gyms are popping up across our capital city. But how much of it is a social activity vs serious sport? Is it for everyone and how dangerous is it? We speak to climbing coach Grace Loo and consultant orthopaedic surgeon Dr Harjeet Singh to find out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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36:56

Sport Climbing & Bouldering - Is It For Everyone?

Health & Living ·

2025/09/22

The popularity of indoor climbing and bouldering has surged in recent years, and gyms are popping up across our capital city. But how much of it is a social activity vs serious sport? Is it for everyone and how dangerous is it? We speak to climbing coach Grace Loo and consultant orthopaedic surgeon Dr Harjeet Singh to find out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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37:48

Ouch! Kidney Stones Again?

Health & Living ·

2025/09/19

Did you know that you could have stones in your kidneys for years without knowing it? Is this dangerous and how do we identify them? We find out more about kidney stones, how they are removed, and is there anything we can do to prevent them from coming back again.Image Credit: Wikimedia CommonsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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51:01

Mind Matters: When Vulnerable Children Are Bullied

Health & Living ·

2025/09/18

Malaysia has one of the highest rates of bullying in schools, compared with 44 other countries worldwide. We explore how bullying affects children in vulnerable situations, such as those from low-income or dysfunctional families, or those who are stateless, and how it leaves scars on children’s psychological and emotional well-being. Anum Sofea Muhamad Fadzli, Clinical Psychologist from Thrive Well, and Felicia Yoon, Co-Founder of Arus Academy, join us for this conversation.Image Credit:

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42:45

Finally, A National Rare Disease Policy - So What’s...

Health & Living ·

2025/09/17

The Ministry of Health recently unveiled the long-awaited National Rare Disease Policy, which is aimed at improving access to care for people living with rare diseases at every point in their lives. How does it live up to expectations? What are the gaps that remain? And how can the upcoming Budget 2026 play a part in ensuring that the policy is turned into action? We speak to Nadiah Hanim Abdul Latif, President of the Malaysia Rare Disorders Society, and Prof Dr Thong Meow Keong, a consultant

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47:23

When Companion Chatbots Become Therapists

Health & Living ·

2025/09/12

People - adults and children - are turning to AI chatbots to talk about their mental health and how they’re feeling. But is this as harmless as it seems when in some cases, people are pushed to psychosis or even suicide? Consultant urologist Dr George Lee is joined by consultant psychiatrist Dr Ravivarma Rao Panirselvam and CEO of Content Forum Malaysia Mediha Mahmood to dive into the dark truths of people turning to bots for advice and what guardrails are needed.If you are in need of emotional

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34:36

Public Health: The Neglect of Fungal Infections

Health & Living ·

2025/09/11

You may brush off having thrush or ringworm as just a simple fungal infection. However, fungal infections are on the rise as a serious public health concern, and we aren’t paying enough attention to treating them. This year, the World Health Organization published its first-ever report addressing the critical lack of medicines and diagnostic tools for invasive fungal diseases. On the Public Health show, we speak to Clinical Microbiologist Dr Rukumani Devi Velayuthan, to understand the serious impact

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28:27

Healthy Ageing: Substance Use Disorders Among Older...

Health & Living ·

2025/09/10

Substance use disorders are often already challenging to manage, so what happens when the person who needs help is an older adult, potentially with cognitive issues or even multiple comorbidities? In this episode of Healthy Ageing, we speak to consultant psychiatrist Dr Azhar Salleh to find out why we need to tackle the stigma on substance use disorders among older adults and what's most important when it comes to supporting our loved ones.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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44:10

Humans of Healthcare: The (Female) Urologist

Health & Living ·

2025/09/09

Does a urologist only treat urinary problems or male sexual health issues? On this episode of Humans of Healthcare, we guide you through the type of care that urologists provide for both women and men, and why this is an important specialty within healthcare. Dr Siti Nur Masyithah Ma’arof, Consultant Urologist, also shares her unique perspective of being one of the few female urologists in Malaysia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:08

Best For Moms 2025 Panel 2: How To Raise...

Health & Living ·

2025/09/08

As parents, your No. 1 focus is probably your child’s education. But don’t forget that teaching children about financial literacy is also an important life skill they should learn. Listen for tips and strategies to raise financially-savvy children - how to teach them about spending, saving and securing money smarts.This is an edited replay of the first series of BFM Health & Living (For Her) events, with the theme “Best For Moms: A Forum For The Sisterhood”. This event is presented by FWD

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