Health & Living

There’s always something that we can’t stand in other people: drivers who don’t signal when they change lanes, coworkers who talk really loudly, or relatives who offer unsolicited advice. But this can become a problem if it affects you to the point that it ruins your day or you can’t get along with others. Paul J, consultant clinical psychologist, suggests that instead of d...

Knee pain is one of the most common joint complaints. However, it is often wrongly attributed to osteoarthritis, which leads to unnecessary knee replacement surgeries. Consultant orthopaedic surgeon Dr Rajesh Singh walks us through the different causes of knee pain and whether therapies like stem cells, hyaluronic acid injections and platelet-rich plasma injections are as promising as they sound....

This is an edited recording of the panel discussion that was held at the BFM Health & Living Jr 2017 on October 14th. In Part 4 of 4, our panel addressed sexual health and education. Amidst taboo, we struggle to have this conversation with our children. We discuss how to start this conversation and the repercussions of not educating your child on sex and reproductive health. See omnystudio.com...

This is an edited recording of the panel discussion that was held at the BFM Health & Living Jr 2017 on October 14th. In Part 3 of 4, our panel tackled childhood obesity. With 7% of children under 5 are overweight and 30% of children and teenagers between 6-17 are either overweight or obese, what are the right strategies to overcome this problem? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

This is an edited recording of the panel discussion that was held at the BFM Health & Living Jr 2017 on October 14th. In Part 2 of 4, our panel shared how to raise happy children and whether corporal punishment is needed. Social and emotional well being creates the foundation for healthy behaviour and educational attainment in children. The Malaysian child who is at risk of mental health probl...

This is an edited recording of the panel discussion that was held at the BFM Health & Living Jr 2017 on October 14th. In Part 1 of 4, our panel discussed inclusive learning. In Malaysia, learning is synonymous with school. Learning however happens in all settings – through family, school and social environments. This conversation is centred around learning amongst typically and non-typic...

A recent study showed that people who drink three to four cups of coffee a day are more likely to see health benefits than problems, experiencing lower risks of premature death and heart disease than those who abstain. Consultant Cardiologist Dato’ Dr Tamil Selvan Muthusamy explains how exactly coffee affects heart health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. This week, he is joined by Consultant Cardiologist, Dr Azani Mohamed Daud to talk about hypertension. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When a couple is expecting a child, we often forget that the father is part of the pregnancy too. New fathers are just as likely as mothers to face stress, anxiety, emotional turbulence, and even postpartum depression. International psychologist Dr Anjhula Singh Bais looks at what fathers face during and after pregnancy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you do if someone is having a heart attack? Emergency Physician Dr Farina Mohd Salleh of IJN explains how heart attacks are treated. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In many countries, health care is among the most corrupt sectors. A UN report released earlier this year found that in countries with a higher level of perceived national corruption, there is a much higher prevalence of poor health. In conjunction with International Anti-Corruption Day tomorrow, we speak to Azrul Mohd Khalib, CEO of Galen Centre for Health and Social Policy, about how corruption p...

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. This week, he is joined by Prof Dato' Dr Adeeba Binti Kamarulzaman, Professor of Medicine and Infectious Diseases at Universiti Malaya, in conjunction with World AIDS Day that was observed on 1 December. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The festive season is a time to eat, party and shop. But how much indulgence is too much? Many of us are guilty of not knowing when to stop, whether it is with food, new gadgets, shoes or behaviours like working overtime. Paul J, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, explores the concept of “enough”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you are above 60 or if you have elderly parents, a fall may be one of your biggest fears. Falls among the elderly can lead to prolonged hospital stays, nursing home admission and even death. Dr Rajesh Singh, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, explains the perils of falls and fractures, and how to avoid them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heart disease is often linked with the elderly, but it can happen in those as young as newborns. In fact, heart defects are the most common birth defect. Here to explain further about congenital heart disease and its treatment options is Dr Leong Ming Chern, Consultant Paediatric Cardiologist of IJN. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Giving up smoking is easy. I’ve done it hundreds of times.” It is believed that Mark Twain, who began smoking at the age of 8, said something to this effect. Why is it so difficult to quit smoking? Can hypnotherapy help where patches, gum and counselling have failed? Clinical hypnotherapist Joyce Hue sets the expectations on hypnotherapy for smoking cessation. See omnystudio.com...

We've all heard it before: Early detection of cancer greatly increases the chances of successful treatment. But with so many types of cancer, how do you decide which one to screen for? We speak to Clinical Oncologist from Subang Jaya Medical Centre, Dr Mastura Mohd Yusof, who will walk us through the decision-making process. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When we think about air quality, we often think about what’s outdoors, and fail to consider indoor air quality. And since we spend the majority of our time indoors, it is important for us to provide a clean and safe indoor environment, especially for the children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An itch is a terrible thing to live with. If you have a skin allergy, symptoms like itching, irritation, as well as unsightly swelling and redness can cause great distress in your daily life. Consultant Dermatologist and Dermatological Surgeon Associate Professor Dr Adrian Yong Sze Wai helps us understand the different types of skin allergies, what causes them and how to manage the condition. See...

Recently, AIA Vitality released the results of its Healthiest Workplace Survey 2017, which looked at the well-being of employees in Malaysia and the efficacy of companies’ health interventions in the workplace. More than 5,000 employees from 47 organisations in urban areas participated in this survey. Dr Christian van Stolk, Vice President of RAND Europe, the research agency that conducted t...

We have all heard of the importance of first-aid skills. But how many of us learn them, and how many of us are ready and capable to help save lives in an emergency? Given the number of road accidents in the Klang Valley, many of us have likely passed by an emergency rescue scene but not know what to do. We speak to a paramedic about his experience and the need for first aid skills. See omnystudio....

With the year-end holidays around the corner, you may be planning a family trip. While travelling with children is every parent’s nightmare, you can make this process easier by understanding how travel stress affects children. Well-planned travel can benefit children immensely in terms of their learning and development. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian Dr Jason Leong gets serious about what being a doctor taught him about life and laughter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After just five weeks of the 2017-2018 season, Premiership Rugby clubs are already dealing with depleted squads due to early-season injuries. We discuss if rugby is facing an injury crisis, whether painkillers in sport is a career necessity, and the role of inflammation in healing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special children’s edition, 16-year-old Yusra and 9-year-old Falysha get Dr George Lee, Consultant Urologist and BFM’s Doctor in the House, to answer their questions about being a doctor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.