Health & Living

Recovering from a stroke can be a long journey, and addressing the temporary or permanent disabilities that are caused by strokes can result in financial issues. So what are the financial and social security options available for stroke survivors? We’ll be speaking to Dr Intan Sabrina, consultant rehabilitation physician to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GP private clinics are among the most vital SMEs in our healthcare system, but how do they survive in this current competitive climate? In conjunction with World Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day, we look at the challenges faced by GPs who have to juggle being full-time family physicians while operating a small business. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damage and degeneration of the cartilage can cause excruciating pain and diminish your quality of life, especially when it occurs in the knee. But stem cell therapy research and trials have shown that stem cells are able to help with cartilage regeneration. To help us find out more about the research that is being done here in Malaysia are Dr Harjeet Singh, consultant orthopaedic surgeon, and Dato...

The National Health & Morbidity Survey 2019 (NHMS 2019) is being conducted between April and September. This is a national survey that provides data on the state of the country’s health. We often quote the statistics from the NHMS when we discuss the prevalence of diseases, but do we really know what these statistics mean? And what should you expect if officers from the Ministry of Healt...

Heart disease is a leading cause of death in Malaysia, and statistics are higher for men compared to women. But the incidence of heart disease in women increases after menopause, and the symptoms can manifest differently between men and women. We’ll be speaking to Dr Haizal Haron Kamar, consultant cardiologist from Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara to find out what this means for the preventio...

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. Last week, the Ministry of Health held a town hall meeting with general practitioners from across Malaysia. On today’s show, we’ll explore further the issues that were raised in this meeting and other challenges that GPs face today. We’ll also take a closer look at the s...

Many of us think of the brain when we talk about aneurysms, but it can occur along any of our arteries, including the aorta. Being the main blood vessel that runs from the heart through the chest and abdomen, an aneurysm in the aorta could be life-threatening. We’ll be speaking to Dr Naresh Govindarajanthran , vascular surgeon from Sunway Medical Centre to learn more about abdominal aortic a...

Last week, it was reported that three mosques in Penang are set to run what will be the world’s first opioid addiction treatment clinics to use naltrexone, a new drug for harm reduction. Heroin addiction is a significant public health problem in Malaysia, along with alcohol addiction. In today’s Psychiatry series, we’ll be looking at various substance-related addictions and the c...

We are back for our monthly open clinic segment, where we get our doctors to address your health concerns. On today’s show, consultant gastroenterologist Dato’ Dr Mahendra Raj joins us to discuss your digestive health concerns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many Malaysians have picked up the habit of vaping, whether due to its trendiness or as a method to kick their smoking habits. But how much do we really know about the effects of vaping on our health? And what impact would this have on other smoking cessation programmes? We’ll be speaking to Assoc Prof Dr Mohamad Haniki Nik Mohamad from the Kulliyyah of Pharmacy at International Islamic Univ...

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. We’re celebrating Father’s Day this Sunday. People make jokes about not being able to understand the female mind, but to be honest, little is known about the male psyche as well. What are the complex psychosocial issues that affect men throughout the different life stages? We...

Researchers in Stanford have shown that introducing young blood from young mice into old mice increases the cognitive abilities and synaptic connectivity of the latter. What's in the young blood? And will this help with neurodegenerative diseases in humans? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recently, the issue of mental health insurance – or the lack of it in Malaysia – made the headlines again. On our Public Health series, we hope to keep the conversation going, so we’re speaking to Dr Hazli Zakaria, President of the Malaysian Psychiatric Association. We’ll be exploring whose purview does this come under and what is the role of all the different stakeholders...

That burning sensation in your chest or a sour taste in the back of your mouth – it’s a familiar feeling for many. But are you in the habit of brushing it off? Maybe you think you’ve just eaten too much spicy food? You may want to think twice – heartburn is a sign of acid reflux, which could progress into something more serious if it is left untreated. Dr Saravana Kumar Kar...

On the occasion of the eve of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, we catch up with some of our medical experts on how they celebrate this festival with family and friends. They also share some pertinent health advice about staying healthy and safe during this period (hint: it’s all in the eating). We speak to Prof Dr Shahrul Bahyah Kamaruzzaman, Consultant Geriatrician; Dr Zanariah Hussein, Consultant End...

On the occasion of the eve of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, we catch up with some of our medical experts on how they celebrate this festival with family and friends. They also share some pertinent health advice about staying healthy and safe during this period (hint: it’s all in the eating). We speak to Prof Dr Shahrul Bahyah Kamaruzzaman, Consultant Geriatrician; Dr Zanariah Hussein, Consultant End...

On the occasion of the eve of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, we catch up with some of our medical experts on how they celebrate this festival with family and friends. They also share some pertinent health advice about staying healthy and safe during this period (hint: it’s all in the eating). We speak to Prof Dr Shahrul Bahyah Kamaruzzaman, Consultant Geriatrician; Dr Zanariah Hussein, Consultant End...

G6PD deficiency is the most common enzyme deficiency in humans, affecting 400 million people worldwide. For many who have this deficiency, it may present little to no symptoms unless triggered. We find out more about G6PD deficiency and how it can affect our daily lives from Prof Dr Thong Meow Keong, consultant paediatrician and clinical geneticist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. It’s World No Tobacco Day! Most of us know that tobacco use can adversely affect our lung health. The government has been implementing and planning various policies to curb tobacco use by Malaysians such as the smoking ban in eateries and a new law on tobacco control. But do these p...

We are back for our monthly open clinic segment, where we get our doctors to address your health concerns. On today’s show, consultant allergies and immunologist Dr Kent Woo joins us to discuss allergies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you live with an older person, you will be familiar with the sight of them carrying a whole plastic bag of medications and supplements. As many elderly people tend to have several co-existing medical conditions, how do they ensure safety while taking so many different medications at the same time? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In conjunction with World Digestive Health Day, which falls on 29th May, we’re looking at a different aspect of gastrointestinal health – its link to psychological well-being. Joining us is Puvessha Jegathisen, Clinical Psychologist from IMU Healthcare, to shine a spotlight on the psychological impact of irritable bowel syndrome, a common but debilitating gastrointestinal condition. Se...

Malaysia is set to be an aging population by 2030, which means that age-related diseases such as Parkinson’s could become more common. But how will Parkinson’s disease affect our daily lives, from our movements, our physical and mental health, and our social interactions? We speak to Dr Shalini Bhaskar, consultant neurologist and physician from Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara to find o...

It’s Better Speech and Hearing Month in May, and we’re looking at some common speech-language disorders among children. Joining us are Dr Rajini Sarvananthan, Consultant Developmental Paediatrician and Yong Chihui, Speech Therapist from the Malaysian Association of Speech & Hearing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you are given a disease label, it’s a diagnosis that stays with you. This label can have long-lasting ramifications on how you are treated by all other healthcare professionals. Consultant orthopaedic surgeon Dr Rajesh Singh discusses disease labels in orthopaedics and how this can be potentially dangerous to patients. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.