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30:56

How To Live With Grief

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2026/03/02

"If you have ever lost a loved one, then you know exactly how it feels. And if you have not, then you cannot possibly imagine it." That’s a quote from Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events. Grief comes in many forms, and no one journey is ever exactly the same. So how do you learn to live with grief? Do you really need to process it? To answer these questions about grief, we speak to licensed and registered counsellor, Lillian Bulan-Dorai.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee

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42:12

Asia’s Obsession With Weight and Body Shape

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2026/02/27

Netflix’s new documentary, ‘Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model’, has revived concerns over unrealistic beauty standards, and how body shaming and disordered eating arise from the perpetuation of such stereotypes. A recent episode of the Asia Specific podcast by the BBC World Service, unpacked Asia’s obsession with thinness. Mariko Oi, presenter of Asia Specific, joins us on the show today to share her take on how social and cultural factors drive our attitudes about weight and body

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43:56

6 Or 7: The Right Age To Start Primary School?

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2026/02/26

The government’s new policy to allow children to start Standard 1 at the age of six has caught many by surprise. With early enrolment being optional, we discuss the pros and cons of this policy to help parents make decisions that are rooted in their children’s best interests.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:22

Because Feelings Matter #48: We Are All The Canary

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2026/02/25

Natrah Aziz, an educator and artist, was late-diagnosed with autism and ADHD in her early 30s - a moment that gently unravelled years of confusion and helped her make sense of her past, her struggles, and ultimately, her purpose. On this episode of Because Feelings Matter, find out how Natrah had to fight against disbelief and dismissal, to finally find the words to describe her reality.‘Because Feelings Matter’ is a series that brings you the stories of people and their mental health issues. This

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28:49

Is Walking & Running Enough Exercise?

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2026/02/24

Walking is one of the easiest exercises to do - or so we’re told. We speak to consultant sports medicine physician Dr Malini Karupiah about whether walking is enough exercise, and what happens when we graduate from walking to jogging to running.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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37:46

Beyond The Diagnosis #36: “I Just Want To Give People...

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2026/02/23

At 23 years old - when most of us are planning for the life ahead of us - Caroline Rajan was told that she was HIV positive and her world came crashing down. This virus would not only affect her physical health, but the stigma and judgement associated with it led her mental health to spiral and made her think that a romantic relationship would forever be out of her reach. In this episode, Caroline shares why after twenty years she decided that this is no longer a secret she wanted to keep. We also

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25:42

Care And Compassion In Methadone Treatment

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2026/02/20

Methadone has been in the news following the death of an 11-year-old child and hospitalisation of two younger siblings due to accidental intake of methadone in the home. Misinformation about methadone and its use in the treatment of chronic pain and substance use disorders can lead to stigmatisation of vulnerable groups of people. We’ll find out more about methadone maintenance therapy and why it’s such an important part of reducing HIV transmission.Image credits: ShutterstockSee

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32:36

What You Need To Know About The TB Outbreak

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2026/02/19

Malaysia is currently experiencing a tuberculosis outbreak, with over 2500 cases already reported this year. With clusters being reported across most states and over 85% of the recent cases involving Malaysians, should we be worried? We speak to consultant respiratory physician Prof Dr Roslina Manap on how concerning this latest outbreak is and what people need to know about TB.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:26

Mindful Eating: CNY Edition

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2026/02/16

It is the eve of Chinese New Year and that means only one thing: food! As we prepare for reunion dinner as well as the feasting and snacking that will happen over the 15 days of celebrations, how can you also be mindful of what you eat without missing out on the joy of CNY cookies? We speak to dietitian Denise Phang to find out.Listen to Part 2 on mindful eating during Ramadan here.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21:17

Mindful Eating: Ramadan Edition

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2026/02/16

In Part 2 of our festive eating episode on Health & Living today, we’ll be taking a look at how to eat well during Ramadan. The fasting month starts this week, just a couple days after Chinese New Year. It’s a time for restraint in food, amongst other vices, but the struggle is real when you’re at a Ramadan bazaar and the food just looks so enticing. So how can you practice self-control? We speak to dietitian Nurul Farhanim Arsad.Listen to Part 1 on mindful eating during Chinese New Year

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45:38

Why Is Malaysia Worse Than Our Neighbours In Tackling...

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2026/02/13

“Richer than its neighbours but doing worse on child nutrition.” That’s how Malaysia was described by non-profit research publication Our World In Data, as they put together a graph that showed malnutrition or childhood stunting rates in Malaysia and some of our neighbours. But why is this happening? Consultant urologist Dr George Lee is joined by nutritionist Prof Dr Poh Bee Koon from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia to discuss.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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48:02

Public Health: Aged Care And Our “Invisible” Women

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2026/02/12

One in about 12 people in Malaysia is aged 65 and above. A significant proportion of them may need some sort of care eventually, as the likelihood of disorders and disabilities increases with age. But in a society where the bulk of care work is usually carried out by informal caregivers, where is Malaysia when it comes to developing a care ecosystem to support our ageing population? And why is it important to reveal the disproportionate burden carried by women in our society?Image credit:

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38:54

Mind Matters: Mental Health Crisis Intervention In...

Health & Living ·

2026/02/11

When we think of the accident and emergency department, what immediately comes to mind is that of serious accidents or sudden health crises like heart attacks and stroke. But the emergency department or ED also plays a crucial role in being a refuge for people struggling with mental health issues. On this episode of Mind Matters, we’ll be delving into the role of the ED in helping people through mental health crises, with consultant emergency medicine physician Dr Jane Liaw Siew Yee and consultant

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31:54

Brain Waves: Does Alex Honnold Really Not Feel Fear?

Health & Living ·

2026/02/10

On the 25th of January this year, American climber Alex Honnold became the first person to complete a free solo ascent of Taipei 101. That meant that he climbed the 508 metre building with no safety gear - no ropes or harnesses. This wasn’t his first time doing such a thing either, as he rose to fame when he free climbed the El Capitan wall at Yosemite in the United States, which stood at 914 metres high. So one can’t help but wonder: does he feel no fear? We speak to neurogeneticist Dr Azlina Ahmad

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36:51

Ask An ENT: How We Smell

Health & Living ·

2026/02/09

For this month’s open clinic, we’re asking a consultant ENT surgeon Dr Revadi Govindaraju how we smell and why the olfactory sense is so important in our daily life. We’ll also sniff out some disorders that may affect our ability to smell, and what are the ways to treat these disorders.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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37:15

MAKNA: A Founder's Legacy

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2026/02/06

Datuk Mohd Farid Ariffin, the founder of Majlis Kanser Nasional (MAKNA), passed away on 14 January 2026, leaving a legacy of tireless advocacy and unwavering commitment to improving the lives of cancer patients across Malaysia. In conjunction with World Cancer Day, we look at how MAKNA has brought meaning to the lives of cancer survivors and their families.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:39

Humans of Healthcare: The Clinical Medical Physicist

Health & Living ·

2026/02/05

If you’re receiving radiation therapy for cancer, that radiation dose that enters your body isn’t just any standard dose or a matter of random happenstance. It has been calculated by a clinical medical physicist, who is also the person responsible for ensuring the radiation equipment is working optimally. On Humans of Healthcare, we speak to Dr Zulaikha Jamalludin, a Clinical Medical Physicist, from Universiti Malaya Medical Centre, to find out more about her job and the training pathway for

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33:13

Overstimulated: When Everything Feels Like It’s Too Much

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2026/02/04

You’ve probably heard or seen people say they’re “overstimulated”. But what does this actually mean? Isn’t this something that’s usually associated with neurodevelopmental disorders? We speak to clinical psychologist Shaleen Chrisanne about this.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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38:51

Lingering Knee Pain After Surgery

Health & Living ·

2026/02/03

You’re playing pickleball, and you lunge and twist to hit the ball. That’s when you hear that dreaded ‘pop’ in your knee. The meniscus injury is a common injury that can occur during sports or even if you twist your knee joint while standing up. What kind of treatment do you require after this injury, especially if you don’t want knee pain or arthritis to develop years after surgery? We find out more from Dr Sivalingam Raja Gopal, Consultant Orthopaedic Trauma & Sports Surgeon.Image Credit:

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45:41

What The Base MHIT Plan Is All About

Health & Living ·

2026/01/30

Last week, the government announced that they’ll be rolling out a new base medical and health insurance/takaful plan in 2027, in line with a host of health reforms that are in the works. Consultant urologist Dr George Lee is joined by Dr Muralli Munisamy, medical director of the National Cancer Society of Malaysia and Mark O’Dell, CEO of the Life Insurance Association of Malaysia, to dive into what has been announced and whether it will improve access to healthcare for all Malaysians.Image credit:

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