Health & Living

A condition that afflicts 75 percent of women at least once during their lives, yeast infections are a common annoyance to women around the world. Consultant obstetritian and gynaecologist, Dr. Helena Lim explains the causes behind it and the importance of balance and good health in the female reproductive system. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No pain, no gain? That doesn't necessarily have to be the case any longer as more and more weight-loss options flood the market with some touting exercise, others diet, and for those seeking instant gratification, they go the path of diet pills. However, there is also the option of medical-based and supervised weight loss programs, offering a combination of laser, supplements, diet and fitness. Is...

There's been a flurry of discussion about colonic hydrotherapy recently with some shouting their praises from the rooftops while others more sedately insist that it may in fact do more harm than good. Perhaps the key to understanding the situation is to manage expectations. Helping us do that, by setting the record straight and separating fact from fiction is a certified Colon Hydrotherapist, Bria...

To many people, being myopic is no big deal...it's almost become the norm in our country to wear glasses and not think any more of it. However, myopia could lead to more serious eye conditions later in life, has a huge overall economic cost and is, for all intents and purposes, incurable. Consultant ophthalmologist, Dr. Kenneth Fong explains the risks of myopia and why it's increasing in Malaysia....

Halal integrity is an oft-discussed issue, but there is the little known fact that many supplements or components in supplements are actually derived from porcine ingredients, thereby rendering them distinctly not halal. In a quest to spread awareness amongst Muslims as well as those with dietary restrictions, The Halal Index Initiative investigates and spreads the word on halal supplements. See o...

Say the word acupuncture and the mind tends to leap to images of human porcupines, petrified with fear and needles stuck into strange places. However, it doesn't always have to be that way. Japanese acupuncture practitioner, Oran Kivity, explains the gentler side of acupuncture and its manifold benefits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Jeyaretnam sits down to speak with us on a condition that many of us find embarassing or unwilling to talk about: piles. We discuss its causes, operations and home measures.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The thought of not eating all day can feel like a shock to the system, but one of the ways to get around it is to continue practicing everything in moderation, according to senior dietitian Siti Farhath. She goes on to argue against making Ramadhan too much of a 'special occasion' saying it can lead to overindulgence.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Biological warfare, DNA alterations, artificial chromosomes, this has all become part and parcel of our lives as we move forward into the future. But what are the ramifications of playing 'Creator' especially as we tinker with the animals and plants we eat and use? Dr. Michael K. Hansen, a biologist and ecological entomologist, speaks to us of the science behind the stories of glowing beagles and...

When is a hearing aid absolutely necessary? Isn't it just cumbersome and unattractive? Does it have to be a permanent part of life? Consultant ENT surgeon, Dr. Lim Wye Keat answers these questions and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bisphenol-A, otherwise known as BPA is a substance subject to a lot of conflicting information and has been accused of causing everything, from obesity to cancer. But recent reports have suggested that perhaps there's been a lot of fear-mongering in the media regarding the problems that BPA can cause, so what's the truth? Professor Dr. Mustafa Ali Mohamad, deputy dean of University Malaya Medical...

Many of us struggle with the infamous 'last 10 pounds', while others among us just find it hard to get motivated and STAY motivated and then there are those who just don't understand what labels mean or how much exercise is enough. Bernard Loh and Lim Tze Wye, health coaches, explain why having the support of a coach can be invaluable, and how habits can be changed in 45 days.  See omnystudio...

The blue pill or the red pill? For patients with lifelong chronic conditions, the choice is often not one or the other, but both. At different times of days, or in different combinations, taking daily medication can be a difficult thing to keep up with. Yet not complying with medications can cause severe setbacks to the treatment process and the patient's condition. Describing it as a serious issu...

A condition that still confuses many in the medical world, inflammatory bowel disease describes a group of gastrointestinal disorders that primarily involve inflammation to the gut wall lining. Dr. April Camilla takes us through the symptoms, the difficulties of diagnosis and the therapy needed.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Veena Pillai, who is currently pursuing her European Master in Disaster Medicine, discusses how disaster relief and recovery would be applicable here in Malaysia, what we already have here in terms of disaster relief, and how Malaysia can and is helping our surrounding countries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, resident doctor-in-the-house, Consultant Urologist Dr. George Lee discusses the condition prostatitis, which is an inflammation of the prostate gland. Often resulting in swelling or pain, prostatitis can result in four significant symptoms: pain, urination problems, sexual dysfunction, and general health problems, such as feeling tired and depressed. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Harjeet Singh expounds the importance of keeping our bones healthy and strong, and ways on how to best do this. He also touches on the occurence of bone fractures, and how to deal with the problem should it befall you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As people die younger and younger, it's also worth noting that children are getting heavier and heavier. Inundated with junk food at home and at school, it's no wonder that childhood obesity just keeps increasing with no end in sight. Explaining the links between childhood obesity and nutrition is Datin Farah DiBa Khan, dietitian.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our brain helps us make sense of the world, but how much do we really know about our brains? With different levels of consciousness, compartmentalisation and complex signals, our brain can be a mysterious, brilliant and utterly singular system.  Our perceptions of reality and sensation greatly differ based on context, situation and individuality as Dr. Kirsten McKenzie explains.   See om...

The eyes may be the window to your soul, but they are definitely the window to your health. Dr. Lee Mun Wai explains what your eyes can tell you about your overall health and what eye tests can actually reveal about the rest of your system.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Professor Dr. Rosmawati Mohamed, consultant hepatologist explains the importance of spreading awareness of hepatitis as well as of diagnosing the infection and treating it.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ovarian cancer kills over 100,000 women worldwide each year and often goes undiagnosed until it is at an advanced stage at which point survival rates drop drastically. Key to addressing this problem is early diagnosis and a positive attitude, as Dr. Vijaendreh Subramaniam attests. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Panic, fear and anxiety are a natural part of our lives, but what happens when they end up taking control? Dr. Shane Varman explains panic attacks and some coping mechanisms that could help.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Allergic rhinitis is often dismissed as nothing more than the common cold or a sinus attack. But there could be much more to it than we think, as Professor Dr Prepageran Narayanan, a consultant ENT explains. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Pravin Peraba drops in to discuss the condition of salpingitis, its symptoms and effects as well as treatment methods. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.