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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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46:09

What Kind Of Treatment Do I Need For Hypertension?

Health & Living ·

2022/05/18

Do you know your blood pressure level, or make an effort to check it regularly? One-third of Malaysians have high blood pressure, but half of them are unaware of the condition. And even for those who have been diagnosed, are they controlling their pressure well, especially years down the road? In conjunction with World Hypertension Day on 17 May, Assoc Prof Dr Nik Sherina Hanafi, President of the Malaysian Society of Hypertension, takes us through the long journey of living with hypertension and why

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7:48

Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease: What’s Causing the...

Health & Living ·

2022/05/17

With the relaxation of Covid-19 restrictions, most children are back in schools, preschools and day care centres or childcare centres. This has led to a sharp increase in a common childhood infection, hand, foot and mouth disease, with over 30,000 cases reported nationwide since the beginning of this year. While Minister of Health, Khairy Jamaluddin says this increase is to be expected, the Ministry is nevertheless cautioning parents, and operators of childcare centres and kindergartens to practice

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Mind Matters: Community Mental Health - Why Training...

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2022/05/17

We’ve been hearing about the widespread mental health crisis that has been exacerbated by the pandemic, whether among the young or old, rich or poor. However, not everyone with a mental health issue may need, or be able, to see a clinical psychologist or psychiatrist in a healthcare facility. What is the role of community mental health care, and who should be trained to provide such care at the community level? We explore this with Dr Mahadir Ahmad, Senior Lecturer & Clinical Psychologist from

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49:09

Doctor in the House: Banning Cigarettes For A New...

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2022/05/13

Starting next year, an entire generation of young adults may not be allowed to buy or own cigarettes, e-cigarettes and vapes for the rest of their lives. This proposed ban would also apply to the teenagers and children who turn 18 after next year, in a move dubbed as ‘Generational End Game’ by the Ministry of Health. Will banning smoking for an entire generation - and those to come after them - finally be able to end smoking addiction among our population, and prevent the multitude of health

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49:23

Public Health: Mobility Aids for PWDs - Do They...

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2022/05/12

If you’re a person with a disability, or a caregiver, you’re probably familiar with the trials of having to navigate a wheelchair around poorly-designed public spaces, which may include unsafe walkways, busy roads, and inaccessible buildings. Now, imagine being told that, instead of having these facilities improved to meet your needs, your wheelchair and other personal mobility aids used by PWDs will be banned from public roads and areas involving mixed traffic flow. We check in with Assoc Prof Dr

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37:19

Brain Waves: Discovering More Genes Linked To...

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2022/05/11

It’s been more than a 100 years since Alzheimer’s disease was first described in 1906, yet to this day, we still don’t know for certain what causes the disease. In the latest major international study, scientists have identified 75 genes associated with a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s - out of which 42 genes were previously not linked to the disease. Here to tell us more about this research and how far away we are from curing Alzheimer’s disease. Image credit: ShutterstockSee

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48:59

Aphasia: What Happens When You Lose Language

Health & Living ·

2022/05/10

It came as a shock to many when it was reported that legendary actor Bruce Willis was retiring, due to a condition known as aphasia, a disorder which affects a person’s ability to communicate and to use language. This can be hard for people to imagine, especially when it’s such a vital part of our daily lives. So here to shed more light on what aphasia is in conjunction with Better Hearing and Speech Month this May, are Cecilia Santiago, a speech-language therapist from the Malaysian Association of

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14:49

Mysterious Hepatitis Among Children

Health & Living ·

2022/05/09

More than 200 cases of acute hepatitis have been reported in children worldwide, prompting health professionals and authorities to investigate this mysterious trend, in which the children’s livers have become inflamed without any known cause. With Malaysia reporting one suspected case in a 4-year-old boy in Sabah, we check in with consultant paediatrician Dr Rakhee Yadav to find out more about this new form of hepatitis, what could be the cause, and what parents should look out for. Image credit:

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Sequence of Food - Does It Matter?

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2022/05/09

When it comes to diet and nutrition, we tend to think that it’s what we eat, and how much, that matters. While that is important, there’s also the sequence of foods to consider. Prof Winnie Chee, Dean, School of Health Sciences and Professor, Centre for Transformative Nutrition & Health, International Medical University (IMU), joins us to discuss the principles of food sequencing, its effects on blood glucose, as well as what are some right and wrong practices.Brought to you by IMU

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48:57

Doctor in the House: Can Autistic People Find...

Health & Living ·

2022/04/29

Do the words ‘work’ and ‘autism’ go together? The rates of employment among autistic individuals seem to suggest otherwise. Despite the communication and behavioural challenges faced by people with autism, many are able, and willing, to work. But what kind of employment is available for them, and how do they adapt to workplaces, or vice versa? Ng Kean How, Managing Director of BabyWise, talks about how his company supports neurodiversity, while job coach Wendy Ho reveals the kind of training and

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Your Child’s Developmental Milestones Have Been Updated

Health & Living ·

2022/04/28

As a parent, how do you know whether your child is walking, speaking or learning to make friends at the right age? Most of us would rely on something called developmental milestones, where resources can be easily found online or through your healthcare professional. Earlier this year, the American Academy of Pediatrics and the US Centers for Disease Control introduced new ages and milestones into the checklist, and launched a Milestone Tracker App for parents. We ask consultant developmental

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Mind the (Health) Gap #4: Making Hospitals...

Health & Living ·

2022/04/27

If you have a physical disability or other mobility issues, it can be challenging to find your way around a hospital, or to even get there in the first place. With concerns that more people will find themselves living with disabilities due to age and other illnesses, it’s more important than ever to ensure that healthcare facilities are disability-friendly. In the fourth episode of our Mind the Health Gap series on improving healthcare accessibility, we speak to Prof Dr Tan Maw Pin, consultant

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39:33

Because Feelings Matter #8: We’re Autistic, Accept Us...

Health & Living ·

2022/04/26

Every mental health struggle has a story behind it. Autistic individuals have stories as well, that go beyond the label of their diagnosis. In conjunction with Autism Awareness Day in April, this episode of ‘Because Feelings Matter’ features the story of Sarah Ow, a young autistic adult and music teacher, and her mother Li-Ling.‘Because Feelings Matter’ is a series that brings you the stories of people and their mental health issues. These stories aim to normalise conversations about mental health,

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49:19

The Knees 101

Health & Living ·

2022/04/25

We go about our daily routines, such as getting out of bed, waiting for public transportation, and cooking meals, without giving a second thought to the fact that we are constantly putting pressure on our knees. On a daily basis, our knees are constantly absorbing the shocks of the movements involving our lower limbs - these joints are prone to wear and tear over time, as well as injuries during sports and exercise. How do we take better care of our knees, and what should we do when aches, creaks

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Doctor in the House: How Do Microplastics Affect The...

Health & Living ·

2022/04/22

In March, scientists in the Netherlands discovered the presence of microplastics in human blood for the first time, adding weight to the growing call to recognise the impact of pollution on human health. What are microplastics, how do they make their way into the bloodstream, and how will it affect our bodies, especially our immune system? On Earth Day, we speak to immunologist Dr Juan Garcia Vallejo from Amsterdam University Medical Centers - one of the researchers involved in the microplastics

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Ask A Doctor: How to Quit Smoking

Health & Living ·

2022/04/21

In our monthly open clinic segment, Professor Dr Mohamad Haniki Nik Mohamad, Chief Coordinator of Certified Smoking Cessation Service Provider, at International Islamic University Malaysia, joins us to answer questions about smoking and vaping - and more importantly, how to quit.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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46:24

When The Heart Fails

Health & Living ·

2022/04/20

Our heart’s main function is to pump blood throughout our body, so what happens when the heart can’t pump blood as well as it should? Consultant cardiologist Dr Patrick Tiau from Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City sheds some light on what happens when the heart fails and why heart failure needs to be detected and treated early.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Mind Matters: Bipolar Disorder Is A Mental Health...

Health & Living ·

2022/04/18

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that is often misunderstood, with many thinking that it simply refers to extreme mood swings in the individual. But it’s important to look beyond the misconceptions and stereotypes to understand how bipolar disorder affects the lives of individuals and the people around them. On our monthly Mind Matters series, Assoc Prof Dr Amer Siddiq bin Amer Nordin, consultant psychiatrist from UMMC is joined by Alexdrina Chong to share her journey of living with

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49:04

Doctor in the House: It’s All About Aesthetics

Health & Living ·

2022/04/15

Walk down any row of shop lots and you can probably quite easily find a beauty centre offering quick fixes to how you look. But just how many of these are licensed to carry out these procedures? With the Malaysian Society of Aesthetic Medicine stating that there are only about 300 doctors accredited under the Ministry of Health in the field of aesthetics, we discuss why seeing an accredited aesthetic doctor matters. Dr Chin Shih Choon, president of the Malaysian Society of Aesthetic Medicine joins

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Healthy Ageing: Beating Influenza When You Have Diabetes

Health & Living ·

2022/04/14

With an ageing population and diabetes being a major health concern among adults, diabetic older adults are at high risk of experiencing severe flu, flu-related complications and even death. On top of that, managing diabetes when you have the flu can be extra challenging. Consultant endocrinologist Dr Azraai Bahari Nasruddin from Hospital Putrajaya shares some advice on how to protect our older population and the importance of getting them vaccinated against influenza.Image credit: ShutterstockSee

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