Health & Living

Antimicrobial resistance arises when the microorganisms that cause infection survive exposure to a medicine that would normally kill them or stop their growth. Professor Peter Borriello, the CEO of the Veterinary Medicines Directorate in the UK talked about the very real global risk posed by over prescription of antibiotics to humans and animals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

The holiday season is always a little bit stressful. Children have a change in routine, adults have to deal with other adults they may not be too fond of, and hundreds of online articles tell you the many different ways to survive family gathering -- as if it is such a dreadful occasion. Or is it? US-Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Dr Johnben Loy  describes family dynamics and whether...

Last week, it was reported that Denmark has become the first country in the world to declassify being transgender as a mental illness. Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Stephen Jambunathan explains the mental health fraternity's perspective on gender identity, and whether the DSM and WHO will follow suit with Denmark's decision. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss the latest in health news. This week it’s all about the lifecycle: From birth to nutrition and athleticism, and finally, death. -- 0:00 - Intro 4:10 - C-section shapes human evolution 12:28 - Swimming in the coldest ocean 21:19 - Eat pasta to be lean 25:30 - Can you die of a broken heart? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In December, it was reported that two boys lots their penises in separate incidences after failed circumcisions. On today's show, Consultant Urologist Dr George Lee describes the ins and outs of circumcision. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent study looked into the incidence and severity of tooth wear and its relation to our diet. The results showed that a growing number of younger people have early signs of tooth erosion due to "healthy diet" fads. Find out who the culprits are and why tooth wear can be a complex case to manage from one of the researchers involved in the study, Krishantini Mahendran. See omnystudio.com/listene...

The National Stroke Association of Malaysia (NASAM) is organising the first Stroke Games in conjunction with its 20th anniversary celebration. The event is specially designed so that stroke survivors can participate in various sports within the scope of their abilities. Find out more from founder, Janet Yeo, who is a stroke survivor herself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scientists at the University of Oxford say a hangover from evolution could be why we get so much shoulder, hip and knee pain. Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Rajesh Singh elaborates what this study mean and whether we evolved to be physiologically less perfect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look back at some of the topics we covered on the Health and Living programme this year, with hosts Lee Chwi Lynn and Tina Carmillia. In this episode, we revisit some of the shows we have done with our Doctor in the House, Dr George Lee in the second half of the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look back at some of the topics we covered on the Health and Living programme this year, with hosts Lee Chwi Lynn and Tina Carmillia. This year, we’ve taken a more socioeconomic approach to medical topics to encourage health literacy, even if you are not personally affected by the medical conditions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look back at some of the topics we covered on the Health and Living programme this year, with hosts Lee Chwi Lynn and Tina Carmillia. We revisited the panel sessions from our inaugural health event, Health & Living Live 2016. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look back at some of the topics we covered on the Health and Living programme this year, with hosts Lee Chwi Lynn and Tina Carmillia. Today, it’s all things mental health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look back at some of the topics we covered on the Health and Living programme this year, with hosts Lee Chwi Lynn and Tina Carmillia. In this episode, we revisit some of the shows we have done with our Doctor in the House, Dr George Lee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look back at some of the topics we covered on the Health and Living programme this year, with hosts Lee Chwi Lynn and Tina Carmillia. The focus for this episode is paediatrics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look back at some of the topics we covered on the Health and Living programme this year, with hosts Lee Chwi Lynn and Tina Carmillia. In this episode, we take a look at shows that dealt with diet and exercise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look back at some of the topics we covered on the Health and Living programme this year, with hosts Lee Chwi Lynn and Tina Carmillia. Today we revisit topics concerning orthopaedics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look back at some of the topics we covered on the Health and Living programme this year, with hosts Lee Chwi Lynn and Tina Carmillia. Today we revisit diseases that made the headlines, such as Zika and Dengue. -- See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In November, we saw many school children break down, devastated over their less-than perfect string of A’s for UPSR. With PT3 results due to be out next week, will we be seeing similar reactions from our children? Are we putting too much emphasis on academic success? We speak to counsellor Dr Anasuya Jegathesan about helping children and youths to manage expectations and to deal with success...

It’s December and ‘tis the season to be jolly. But to some, it could be a source of anxiety and trigger depression, and they may need some help in getting into the holiday spirit. Consultant psychiatrist Dr Stephen Jambunathan joins us to speak about antidepressants -- a happy pill for the season to be jolly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. Earlier this week, a news article about “lifesaving cancer drugs” and new cancer treatments being unavailable in Malaysian public healthcare was met with a rebuttal from the Ministry of Health. Are these the answer to cancer woes? Joining Dr George in discussion is senior cons...

Lurch is the gigantic butler of The Addams Family.  Besides his extreme height, his hands and feet are large, his skin is thick and he has pronounced brows and lower jaw protrusions. In medical terms, this gigantism is known as acromegaly, a result of excessive growth hormones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hollywood blockbuster film The Fault in Our Stars tells the story of two lovestruck teenagers who met at a cancer support group going through all the ups and downs that teenagehood entails. What happens when cancer puts their lives on hold just as it is just about to begin? The film raised many questions about the struggle teens living with cancer go through. We speak to paediatric oncologist Dr Y...

We discuss the latest in health news. This week we explore music as therapy and torture. From how sound shapes your brain to the psychology of sound torture, find out exactly what music does to your health and well-being. -- 3:30 - How sound shapes your brain 13:14 - Pop music is ruining our brains 27:56 - The psychology of sound torture See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Michael Washington, a senior health scientist and epidemiologist with the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - or the CDC. We find out from him how data modelling is used during outbreaks to influence policy decisions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. Today, Fifa Rahman joins him to discuss access to medicine and discrimination on the basis of HIV - the basis of her work for the past six years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.