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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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Public Health: Why Are More Mothers Dying in Childbirth?

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2023/02/08

After Malaysia was born as a nation, we took good care of our mothers and infants, by building up a vast network of rural healthcare. This resulted in low maternal and infant mortality rates for many years. But in 2021, Malaysia recorded 300 pregnancy-related deaths, which is the country’s highest maternal mortality rate in several decades. On Public Health, consultant ob-gyn Dr John Teo joins Azrul Mohd Khalib, from the Galen Centre for Health & Social Policy, to discuss why this is an alarming

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42:07

Our Hunched Up, Scrunched Up Children

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2023/02/07

Are children’s aches and pains just part of growing up, or are there more concerning issues related to the development of their musculoskeletal system? Physiotherapist Choo Li-Yeng joins us to discuss how modern lifestyles affect children’s physical activity, posture and musculoskeletal function, and how these problems could lead to pain disorders later in life.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Doctor in the House: Sarawak Needs Its Own Cancer Centre

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2023/02/03

While we have improved in leaps and bounds when it comes to treating cancer, these advances don’t matter if patients aren’t able to access treatments at all. For cancer patients in rural Sarawak, access to healthcare facilities is often hindered by geography, financial cost, as well as the lack of healthcare facilities and specialists in the state. Consultant urologist Dr George Lee is joined by Chris Cheng, president of the Society of Cancer Advocacy & Awareness Kuching (SCAN), a patient

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52:29

Targeting Liver Cancer Directly

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2023/02/02

Liver cancer is the eighth most common cancer in Malaysia, and can be deadly when it has spread to an advanced stage. But what can be done for liver cancer at the early stages? We speak to two experts in interventional radiology - Dr Alex Tang from Subang Jaya Medical Centre and Assistant Prof Nutcha Pinjaroen from Chulalongkorn University, Thailand - about a procedure called Transarterial Chemo Embolisation (TACE), which targets chemotherapy directly to the tumour.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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My Mind and Me #2: What Happens During Therapy?

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2023/01/31

If you’ve considered seeing a mental health professional, you’ve probably wondered what exactly happens during mental health therapy. Would you have to think of a way to start the conversation? What questions will you be asked? And how do you know if your mental health provider is the right one for you? We find out from Rozy Khalid, licensed and registered counsellor.—This is the second episode of our new mini-series called My Mind and Me, on how to kickstart your mental health journey. Listen to

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50:59

NCD Chronicles #6 (Part 1): Living With Cancer, And...

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2023/01/30

When you have cancer, there’s no telling whether your treatment will result in remission, and for how long. It can be like living on a knife edge, especially when the expensive cost of care is compounded by limited or lack of insurance coverage.On this episode of NCD Chronicles, Hiba Abdul Rahman, a 32-year-old breast cancer survivor, shares about being excluded from medical insurance due to her cancer diagnosis, and how this puts her in the perilous situation of not being protected against future

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In-Womb Surgery for Babies with Spina Bifida

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2023/01/27

Spina bifida is a birth defect affecting the spine and spinal cord, which can lead to severe physical disabilities that the child has to live with. But with continued advances in treatments, including the option of surgery even before a baby is born, the odds have improved tremendously for babies with spina bifida. But what does the landscape look like here in Malaysia? We find out more from consultant neurosurgeon Prof Dr Dharmendra Ganesan.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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42:13

Talking To Your Kids About Mental Health

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2023/01/26

What is mental health? You may think you know the answer, but how would you explain it to a pre-schooler, a primary schoolgoing child, or a teenager? We turn to consultant developmental paediatrician Dr Rajini Sarvananthan for advice on how to talk to children of all ages about mental health, and how to help them be aware of their emotions and when they should reach out for help.—Click here to listen to the podcast referenced by Dr Rajini, on how to look for a trusted and qualified mental health

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49:21

Revamping School Canteens

Health & Living ·

2023/01/20

Two weeks into the start of the new school term, it was reported that school canteen operators are struggling to cope with the rising cost of raw ingredients, with many operators bound to the prices set within their existing canteen tenders. How does this affect the quality of the meals provided in canteens, and how could this exacerbate the problem of malnutrition that is increasing among school-going children? We speak to Dr Tee E Siong, President of the Nutrition Society of Malaysia, and Datin

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39:55

Brain Waves: Why Are Scientists Transplanting Human...

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2023/01/19

A team of scientists at Stanford University recently transplanted human neurons into rat brains, hoping to open new pathways of research into neuropsychiatric disorders like epilepsy and schizophrenia. But what exactly are these scientists doing? And is it ethical to create these human-rat chimaeras? We explore further with neurogeneticist Dr Azlina Ahmad Annuar, and developmental neurogeneticist Assoc Prof Dr Michael Ling from Universiti Putra Malaysia.Image Credit: Stanford University/PASee

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45:54

Ask A Doctor: Age And Your Memory

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2023/01/18

In our open clinic segment, consultant geriatrician Dr Khor Hui Min joins us to answer questions about memory-related issues among older adults, as well as other concerns related to dementia and decreasing cognitive function.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Mind Matters: When Environmental Threats Threaten...

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2023/01/17

The impact of climate change is far-reaching, from its impact on the environment to the economy and even our mental health. On this episode of Mind Matters, consultant psychiatrist Dr Ravivarma Rao Panirselvam joins us to discuss how climate change - and extreme weather events - are increasing the risk of mental health disorders as well as why more people are experiencing “eco-anxiety”.If you need emotional support with any of these issues, you can call Befrienders KL 03 7627 2929, or any mental

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43:45

My Mind and Me #1: How Do I Find a Trusted Mental...

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2023/01/16

If you’re struggling with your mental health, you’ve probably considered the idea of seeing a mental health professional - whether it’s a counsellor, clinical psychologist, or maybe even a psychiatrist. But making that decision to get help isn’t easy, and can be daunting if you don’t know where to start.On this new series My Mind and Me, we’ll be exploring how you can take that first step in seeking mental healthcare. In this first episode, we speak to Prof Dr Alvin Ng, Founding President of the

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Doctor in the House: Medical Brain Drain - What’s The...

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2023/01/13

Malaysia is losing our doctors. It’s a fact that we’ve known for years, as we’ve seen and heard stories of doctors leaving the public healthcare system not just for the private sector, but moving abroad as well. In the second part of this discussion, we dive into what are our options to put a stop to the medical brain drain, and whether we should be looking to other countries as the solution to our problem, together with Dr George Lee, Prof Dato’ Dr Adeeba Kamarulzaman, and Dr Timothy Cheng.Image

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Healthy Ageing: World Guidelines for Falls Prevention...

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2023/01/12

For many of us, a fall might be nothing more than some scrapes and bruises, but for people aged 65 and above, falls can be detrimental as a main contributor to disability and morbidity among older adults. In September last year (2022), the World Falls Task Force, composed of experts from 39 countries, published the World Guidelines for Falls Prevention in Older Adults, to provide a framework so that we can better prevent and manage falls among older adults. Here to share more about that on this is

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Public Health: China’s COVID-19 Outbreak - Will 2023...

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2023/01/11

In December 2022, China abruptly dropped its zero COVID policy - a policy that they’ve held fast to amidst several COVID-19 waves and the impact that it has had on its citizens in the past three years. But now, with relaxed restrictions, a narrower criteria for counting COVID-19 deaths, and the lack of reporting on asymptomatic cases, has led to rising concerns that the COVID-19 situation in China is much worse that what the data says. So will 2023 be 2020 all over again? Prof Tikki Pangestu,

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Humans of Healthcare: The Public Health Specialist

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2023/01/10

During the COVID-19 pandemic, a group of specialists were thrust into the limelight for the important role that they played in the global health crisis - public health specialists. Though usually less visible compared to other medical professionals, public health specialists have always been unsung heroes in the wider picture of population health, using their knowledge and research to understand disease trends, study the socioeconomic determinants of health, or influence policy decisions. In the

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51:13

Everyone Can Start Strength Training This Year

Health & Living ·

2023/01/09

Strength training consists of exercises that increase muscular strength. However, contrary to popular belief, strength or resistance training is not only for athletes or for people who are trying to bulk up. Dr Arvin Raj, a sports medicine physician and a certified strength and conditioning specialist, joins us to explain why strength training has health benefits for everyone, regardless of age or athletic abilities, and why there’s no better time to start than the new year.Image Credit:

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Doctor in the House: Medical Brain Drain - What’s the...

Health & Living ·

2023/01/06

Malaysia is losing our doctors. It’s a fact that we’ve known for years, as we’ve seen and heard stories of doctors leaving the public healthcare system not just for the private sector, but moving abroad as well. What is driving this and what toll is it taking on our healthcare system? Consultant urologist Dr George Lee is joined by Prof Dr Adeeba Kamarulzaman, infectious diseases expert and former dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, and Dr Khoo Yoong Khean, scientific officer at the

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New Year, New COVID-19 Outbreak?

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2023/01/05

With China facing a new outbreak following the end of its zero COVID policy last month, many countries are concerned that this could see the beginning of a new global wave. So what is Malaysia doing to keep an eye on the COVID-19 situation globally, but more importantly, locally as well? We get a quick update from Dr Tan Seok Hong, Public Health Medicine Specialist, Disease Control Division, Ministry of Health Malaysia.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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