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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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Brain Waves: The Nervous System in Our Gut

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2023/11/20

The enteric nervous system is found within our gastrointestinal tract and is able to function independently of our brain and spinal cord. On this episode of Brain Waves, neurogeneticist Dr Azlina Ahmad Annuar is joined by enteric neuroscientist Dr Chalystha Lee to discuss what we know about the enteric nervous system, and how its function differs among people diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:07

The Unchecked Vaping Crisis

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2023/11/17

While vapes and e-cigarettes were initially marketed as a potentially safer alternative to traditional tobacco smoking, vaping has given rise to a new and concerning public health issue: nicotine addiction. Countries around the world are now grappling with a vaping crisis among children and young people, due to the easy ways young people can lay their hands on vape products, even those containing nicotine.While several key politicians are taking sides on the issue of whether the Generational Endgame

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44:11

Can You Detect Lung Cancer Early?

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2023/11/16

Lung cancer has a long and difficult history in our society. It bears the stigma of being associated with men who smoke, and is still thought to be the deadliest of all cancers. The latter is true when lung cancer is diagnosed at late stages, which is the case for 90% of patients in Malaysia. However, it is time to stop thinking of lung cancer as a self-inflicted disease of smokers, and recognise that it is increasing among non-smokers, including younger adult women. This raises the question of

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46:01

Humans of Healthcare: The Genetic Counsellor

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2023/11/15

Every second Thursday of November is dedicated to Genetic Counselor Awareness Day, to raise awareness about how genetic counsellors work in a healthcare team within our community. On this episode of Humans of Healthcare, we speak to Rifhan Azwani Mazlan and Sharifah Azween Syed Omar, genetic counsellors from the Genetic Counselling Society of Malaysia, on their increasingly important role as healthcare becomes more advanced and targeted, and how young graduates can pursue this career path.See

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40:43

Kidneys Under Pressure #2: Keeping Diabetes Under...

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2023/11/14

It’s a bitter pill to swallow - Malaysia has the highest rate of diabetes in the Western Pacific region and one of the highest in the world. In just eight years, between 2011 and 2019, the prevalence of diabetes increased by a whopping 68% to 18.3% of the population - that’s almost 1 in 5 adults with diabetes. By 2025, the prevalence is expected to increase to 31.3% of the population. This burden is compounded by our rising rates of chronic kidney disease, which is mainly attributed to diabetes in

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Doctor in the House: Why Is One Dose of The HPV...

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2023/11/10

2023 marks the 13th year of HPV vaccination in Malaysia’s national immunisation programme, where 13-year-old girls in Form 1 receive the vaccination in schools. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, we had achieved near-universal immunisation, reaching an estimated 250,000 13-year-old girls each year. Following recent news that the Ministry of Health will switch to a single-dose regime, we speak to Prof Margaret Stanley, Emeritus Professor of Epithelial Biology, University of Cambridge, on whether one dose

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46:22

Public Health: Why We Should Care About The Care Economy

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2023/11/09

Malaysia has said a lot about being prepared for an ageing society. But are we headed for an ageing crisis instead, with older adults continuing to be dependent on informal care for their daily, social, health and financial needs, while carers remain invisible, underpaid or even unpaid? With the first ever International Day of Care and Support recently commemorated on 29 October, we discuss the urgent need to develop an aged care economy, with YB Pn Anfaal Saari, ADUN Taman Templer and Selangor

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44:07

Be Fit Malaysians: Finding Mobility and Movement

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2023/11/08

What does having good mobility mean? Is it simply about being flexible or about the way you move whether you’re simply going about your daily routines or while playing sports? On this episode of Be Fit Malaysians, consultant orthopaedic surgeon Dr Harjeet Singh is joined by fitness trainer Josephine See, to dive into what mobility training is and why all of us should pay closer attention to how we move.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Ask A Psychologist: Teaching Children Emotional...

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2023/11/07

We’ll be celebrating World Children’s Day on 20 November, and as we look towards upholding children’s rights, consultant clinical psychologist Paul Jambunathan joins us to discuss how to help children develop emotional intelligence for better mental health and resilience.Image Credit: 123RFSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Healthy Ageing: When Cancer And Ageing Collide

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2023/11/06

Receiving a cancer diagnosis is challenging for anyone, but it can be especially so for older adults who are already living with other medical and cognitive issues. So how can treatment and support for older adults look beyond their cancer diagnosis, to their other medical as well as social needs?Here to share more about the need for combined geriatric-oncology services are consultant geriatrician Dr Terence Ong and clinical oncologist Dr Nisha Shariff, both from Universiti Malaya Medical

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Doctor in the House: Being Prepared For Stroke...

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2023/11/03

A stroke is a severe and sudden medical condition that can have profound consequences for survivors and families. Rapid treatment, as well as proper stroke rehabilitation can help one recover from a stroke, and regain independence and quality of life. Knowing what to expect in stroke rehab, and empowering caregivers to seek support, is key to successful rehabilitation and recovery. We look at these issues with consultant rehabilitation physician, Dr Intan Sabrina, to commemorate World Stroke Day on

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Could Embedded Insurance Improve Health Coverage?

Health & Living ·

2023/11/02

According to the 2019 National Health and Morbidity Survey, only 22% of Malaysians have personal health insurance, with 43% saying that they cannot afford it, while 36% think that it is unnecessary. However, without a financial safety net, households can find themselves facing dire situations if a family member falls critically ill. Can embedded insurance - small amounts of insurance that we purchase when making other transactions like ride-sharing and travel bookings - help to narrow the gap when

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Mind Matters: When Children Are Depressed, What Can...

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2023/11/01

1 in 8 adolescents in Malaysia have had suicidal thoughts while 1 in 10 adolescents have attempted suicide. Those are some of the concerning statistics that have been revealed by the latest National Health & Morbidity Survey 2022, which focuses on adolescent health. On this month’s Mind Matters series, we speak to Nur Arfah Zaini, who is both a clinical psychologist as well as a licensed & registered counsellor, to discuss what the data in the survey tells about the burden of mental health

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Desperation for Cord Blood Bank Customers?

Health & Living ·

2023/10/31

Following news several months ago about cord blood banking company Cellsafe International seeking liquidation, we speak to Assoc Prof Chua Kien Hui, Cell Therapy Scientist at the Department of Physiology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, about what options are available for desperate parents who have been left in limbo over their children’s stored cord blood.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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NCD Chronicles #13: A Diagnosis of Advanced Breast...

Health & Living ·

2023/10/30

How would you react if you were diagnosed with breast cancer? For Grace Tam, a visit to the doctor for neck pain saw her coming out with a diagnosis of advanced breast cancer, but she took it all in stride. In fact, she is proof that a good quality of life is possible even with a terminal illness. In conjunction with Pink October, Grace shares her story on NCD Chronicles, while consultant clinical oncologist Dr Jennifer Leong from Sunway Medical Centre dives into how far we’ve come in treating

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Living and Dying Well: When The Community Comes Together

Health & Living ·

2023/10/27

In conjunction with World Hospice & Palliative Care Day on 14 October, Health & Living has been featuring various perspectives of living and dying well, challenging the norms in healthcare and society when it comes to death. In this final perspective, we explore the role of community volunteers in supporting people with life-limiting illnesses, and how interdependence within the community can lead to better death experiences. Venerable Tien Wen, Spiritual Counsellor with Assisi Palliative

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Parents Struggle With Mental Health Problems Too

Health & Living ·

2023/10/26

In conjunction with World Mental Health Day in October, we’re looking at the mental health struggles that parents and children are facing, especially in the post-COVID normal. While there are a lot of concerns about the impact of the pandemic and increasing social media exposure on children’s mental well-being, we are also shining a spotlight on whether parents’ mental health challenges are being adequately recognised and supported. Licensed counsellor Heeran Kaur joins consultant developmental

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Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Conditions

Health & Living ·

2023/10/25

In conjunction with World Mental Health Day in October, we look at the role that occupational therapy plays in the treatment and support of people with various mental health conditions. Aifah Jamaludin, Exco of the Malaysian Occupational Therapy Association, and Zurairah bt Senin, Occupational Therapist, join us to explore the principles and interventions of occupational therapy within the context of mental health, and how it helps to improve symptoms, coping mechanisms, and everyday living.Image

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Because Feelings Matter #24: Being In The Present,...

Health & Living ·

2023/10/24

Depression and psychosis turned Amornthep Sachamuneewongse from an outgoing extrovert, into a reclusive person who no longer found joy in his life. On this episode of ‘Because Feelings Matter’, Amornthep - known to his family and friends as Sanju - shares how he battled a difficult journey of diagnosis and treatment, and found a new vocation in mental health advocacy, running the Sati App Foundation.Every mental health struggle has a story behind it. ‘Because Feelings Matter’ is a series that brings

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Straightening Out Scoliosis: Busting Myths and...

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2023/10/23

The spine has a normal curve, which helps to distribute your weight evenly and allows your body to withstand all kinds of stresses due to daily movements and activities. However, what happens when the spine develops an abnormal curvature, in a condition known as scoliosis? Consultant orthopaedic surgeon Dr Rajesh Singh sets the story straight on scoliosis, and addresses some common myths and misconceptions about the condition.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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