Health & Living

Luis Wee, founder of Rainforest Challenge is here to tell us about the event, and all the work and struggle and fun that goes into being both a participant and event organiser.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Often called vampire therapy, platelet-rich plasma or PRP therapy, offers a new method of rejuvenation for skin and hair. Dr. Anna Hoo, an aesthetics practitioner explains the process of getting PRP therapy and its benefits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honour of Father's Day, Dr. George Lee, consultant urologist, discusses a second chance for fatherhood through the procedure of reversing vasectomies.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Rajan Muthoo, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, explains attachment disorders: how they are formed and how they can be harmful.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How young is too young? Dr. Jim Bell, founder and CEO of the International Fitness Professionals Association, discusses the need for children to get sufficient exercise and whether or not a fitness regime needs to be put in place.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just because we have to age, it doesn't mean that our optical health necessarily needs to go downhill. Dr. Lee Mun Wai, consultant ophtamologist explains some age-related optical problems as well as the treatments and measures that can help preserve one's healthy eyes for as long as possible.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the latest fitness crazes going around the world, Zumba originated in Columbia and has now found its way to our shores. But what is it? And more importantly, is it fun? Certified Zumba instructor Sonia Ooi talks us through a typical Zumba class and the benefits we can expect.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prostate enlargement  is a phenomenon many men try to cope with. Let's delve into the intricacies of the issues surrounding prostate enlargement with Consultant Urologist Dr George Lee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With flu experts saying that the world is poorly prepared to deal with a global health emergency, we speak to Dr. Christopher Lee, Senior Consultant and Infectious Disease Physician, about the flu vaccine and the benefits of receiving this immunisation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, our resident Doctor In The House, consultant urologist Dr. George Lee, discusses nocturnal enuresis or bedwetting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movies like Seabiscuit and Horse Whisperer highlight beautiful moving moments of the relationship between humans and horses. Find out more about horses and horse riding as Competitive Horse Rider Alison J Victor relates to us her experiences with these creatures of grace and elegance.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scalp psoriasis is often mistaken for either ordinary dandruff or seborrhoeic dermatitis. Find out what the actual differences are and explore recommended treatments with Dr Steven Chow, Secretary General of Asian Academy of Dermatology and Venereology and Hon. Medical Advisor of the Malaysia Psoriasis Asssociation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There have been heated debates about whether or not nasi lemak should be on our Malaysian canteen menu. How about curry puffs and 'air sirap'? Find out what should stay, what should go and the balance that is recommended in the eyes of Senior Manager of Dietetics and Food Services at IJN, Mary-Easaw John.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pregnancy creates system wide changes in your body. Post delivery - a mother's body goes through transformation which entails additional fat, generally. What can be done to get back in shape? Corrective Exercise Specialist & Special Trainer Sandie Lahra shares techniques on achieving a healthy and toned figure after delivering a baby. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does a living donor go through and what do the medical procedures entail? Find out as resident Doctor in the House Dr George Lee explains.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interestingly, there has been an awakening amongst Medical Practitioners and Fitness Trainers to join forces to tackle illnesses from their source. Listen to Dr Jim Bell, Founder and CEO of the International Fitness Professionals Association (IFPA) as he talks about the motivations behind these efforts and what goes on in order to nip the source of illnesses in the bud.   See omnystudio.com/l...

Many of us eat out these days due to our hectic schedules and lifestyles. Find out how to make a healthy selection while eating out as Dr Hazreen Abd Majid from the Faculty of Medicine, UM, lays some advice and tips on the table.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three quarters of us develop foot problems at some time in our lives, and foot aches and pains are particularly common and complex at times. Learn more about their complexities and treatments as Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon Dr Rajesh Singh explains.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naturopathy is based on the belief that the body will heal itself once its natural equilibrium is restored. Treatments and therapies draw on natural elements like air and water with the aim to heal. Find out more about naturopathy as Naturopath Dr Dhilip Kumar explains. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bunions are bumps or lumps that develop on the inside of the foot at the base of the big toe. They occur when the big toe moves out of normal alignment. Find out how bunions develop, what they could potentially indicate and treatments for bunions from Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon Dr Low Tze Choong.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Traditionally, heart problems have been linked to middle-aged men with certain lifestyle habits. Now, find out about the prevalence of cardiac arrest among women as Consultant Interventional Cardiologist Dato Dr Devan Pillay enlightens us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colorectal cancer refers to cancer that starts in the large intestine or the rectum. Early diagnosis can lead to complete cure, but what about those who have more complicated symptoms? Find out who is most susceptible and what treatments are available as Associate Professor Dr April Roslani, a Consultant in Colorectal Surgery, explains. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Infertility is commonly defined as the failure to achieve pregnancy after regular unprotected intercourse for at least a year, and in around half the cases the underlying problem is with the male. Get to the bottom of assisted reproductive technology and what hope and alternatives it has to offer as Dr George Lee explains.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Consultant Dermatologist Dr Ruban Nathan speaks about psoriasis - an auto-immune skin disease - and helps us understand its symptoms, and treatments to keep one's condition under control.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Acne is one of the most common skin diseases in the world. What can be done to treat acne scars? Aesthetic Practitioner Dr Sylvia Wai explains. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.