The Onco Life Podcast

In this episode, we break down the latest FDA cancer treatment approvals from Q2 2026 and explain what they could mean for patients navigating cancer care. You’ll learn: Which new FDA-approved cancer treatments were introduced for breast, blood, bladder, prostate, kidney, and rare cancers Why are many new therapies designed for patients with specific genetic markers or biomarkers The most importan...

A new clinical trial is bringing hope to patients with advanced head and neck cancer who have limited treatment options after standard therapies stop working. In this episode, we break down the latest research on a new targeted antibody injection and what these early findings could mean for patients and their families. You’ll learn: What the new head and neck cancer trial discovered How the invest...

In this episode, we explore groundbreaking new research showing how artificial intelligence may help detect breast cancer years before a traditional diagnosis. A large Swedish study found that AI systems could identify subtle signs of breast cancer on mammograms up to six years before doctors confirmed the disease. You’ll learn: • How AI detected breast cancer signs years before diagnosis • What r...

In this episode, we discuss a major milestone in Malaysian healthcare as Onco Life Centre becomes the first non-hospital-based oncology provider in Malaysia to earn ACHSI accreditation. This internationally recognized achievement highlights the centre’s commitment to patient safety, clinical excellence, and world-class cancer care. You’ll learn: • What ACHSI accreditation is and why it is recogniz...

In this episode, we break down the Gleason score and explain why it plays such an important role in prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment planning. You’ll learn: • What the Gleason score is and how it measures prostate cancer severity • How prostate biopsy results help determine cancer grade and risk level • The difference between low-grade, intermediate-grade, and high-grade prostate cancer • W...

In this episode, we explain the connection between colon polyps and colorectal cancer risk, helping you understand how early detection and screening can prevent serious health problems. You’ll learn: • What colon polyps are and why they develop in the lining of the colon • The different types of polyps, including adenomatous polyps and sessile serrated polyps • Which risk factors may increase the...

In this episode, we explore how targeted therapy drugs are changing the way liver cancer is treated, offering more precise treatment options for patients with advanced disease. You’ll learn: • What targeted therapy is and how it works against liver cancer cells • How targeted drugs help slow tumor growth and block cancer growth signals • The difference between tyrosine kinase inhibitors and monocl...

In this episode, we explore practical ways to reduce lung cancer risk and improve long-term lung health through healthy lifestyle choices, early detection, and awareness of common risk factors. You’ll learn: • What increases the risk of lung cancer, including smoking, secondhand smoke, and environmental exposures • Why smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and how quitting can lower your ris...

In this episode, we explain how genetic testing can help identify inherited breast cancer risk and why it may be an important step for individuals and families with a history of cancer. You’ll learn: • What genetic testing is and how it helps assess breast cancer risk • The role of BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutations in inherited cancer risk • Who should consider genetic testing, including those with a...

In this episode, we break down uterine cancer treatment in Malaysia and explain the options available for women diagnosed with endometrial cancer or uterine sarcoma. Learn how specialists choose the right treatment plan based on cancer type, stage, and individual health needs. You’ll learn: What uterine cancer is and how it differs from endometrial cancer and uterine sarcoma The most common signs...

In this episode, we explain the key differences in treatment for endometrial cancer vs uterine sarcoma. While both cancers affect the uterus, they develop in different tissues and often require different treatment approaches. Learn how specialists determine the best plan based on cancer type, stage, and individual patient needs. You’ll learn: The difference between endometrial cancer and uterine s...

In this episode, we explore the support services available for cervical cancer patients in Malaysia and how women can access the resources they need throughout their cancer journey. From government screening programs and financial assistance to specialist oncology care and emotional support, learn what help is available and where to find it. You’ll learn: Why cervical cancer remains one of the mos...

In this episode, we explore the connection between the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC), a type of head and neck cancer that is especially common in Malaysia, Southern China, Hong Kong, and other parts of Southeast Asia. Learn how a virus carried by most adults worldwide can contribute to cancer development in certain high-risk individuals. You’ll learn: What the Epstein...

In this episode, we explore breast cancer treatment for young women under 40 and the unique challenges that come with a diagnosis at a younger age. From fertility concerns to genetic testing and personalized treatment plans, learn what makes breast cancer in younger women different and how early intervention can improve outcomes. You’ll learn: Why breast cancer in young women is often more aggress...

In this episode, we explore integrative oncology and how it supports recovery for cancer patients before, during, and after treatment. Learn how evidence-based complementary therapies work alongside conventional cancer care to help manage side effects, improve quality of life, and support overall wellbeing. You’ll learn:  What integrative oncology is and how it differs from alternative cancer trea...

In this episode, we explore promising new research on a personalized cancer vaccine that may help reduce cancer recurrence and improve long-term survival for patients with high-risk melanoma. You’ll learn: • What a personalized cancer vaccine is and how mRNA technology is being used in cancer treatment • Key findings from the Phase 2b KEYNOTE-942 melanoma trial • How the vaccine reduced the risk o...

A new targeted cancer drug called sac-TMT is showing promising results for patients with advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer. In a major Phase 3 clinical trial, the treatment improved both overall survival and progression-free survival compared with standard chemotherapy after previous treatments stopped working. In this episode, we break down the latest TroFuse-005 trial results, how antibod...

In this episode, we discuss where to get uterine cancer treatment in Malaysia and what patients should look for when choosing the right cancer care center. From early diagnosis to surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy, this episode explains how specialist-led treatment plans can improve recovery and long-term health outcomes. You’ll learn:  What uterine cancer is and why early diagnosis mat...

In this episode, we explain what cervical cancer recurrence means, why it can happen after treatment, and what patients should know about monitoring, warning signs, and treatment options. Even when cervical cancer returns, early detection and personalized care can help improve quality of life and treatment outcomes. You’ll learn:  What does cervical cancer recurrence mean after treatment   Why mic...

A new study suggests that a blood test may one day help predict which breast cancer patients are more likely to benefit from immunotherapy. This emerging liquid biopsy approach focuses on immune-related signals in the blood, especially T-cell activity, to better understand treatment response in patients with HER2-negative breast cancer. In this episode, we break down what this research means for b...

Doctors are warning that high-dose biotin supplements, commonly found in hair, skin, and nail products, may interfere with important cancer lab tests. For patients undergoing cancer treatment or follow-up care, inaccurate blood test results could affect treatment decisions, hormone monitoring, and tumor marker tracking. In this episode, we explain how biotin supplements can disrupt cancer-related...

In this episode, we explore the important role oncologists play in cancer survivorship care after active treatment ends. Survivorship is not only about recovery, but it also involves long-term monitoring, emotional support, and coordinated healthcare to help cancer survivors live healthier and safer lives. You’ll learn:  What cancer survivorship care means after treatment ends   How oncologists he...

In this episode, we break down how colon polyps can develop into colorectal cancer and why early screening is one of the best ways to protect your long-term health. You’ll learn:  What colon polyps are and how they form   The difference between adenomatous, serrated, hyperplastic, and inflammatory polyps   Why some polyps are considered pre-cancerous   Common risk factors, including age, genetics,...

In this episode, we explain the best treatment options for early-stage prostate cancer and how men can make informed decisions based on their diagnosis, PSA levels, and overall health. You’ll learn:  What early-stage prostate cancer means and why early detection matters   Common signs of prostate cancer include trouble urinating and blood in the urine   The role of PSA blood tests and digital rect...

In this episode, we explore how persistent ear blockage or hearing loss may sometimes be linked to nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC), a rare cancer that develops behind the nose and near the ears. You’ll learn:  What is nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC), and where does it develop   How NPC can block the Eustachian tube and cause ear fullness or hearing loss   Why one-sided hearing changes should not be ignore...