The Wellness Hour

Chemotherapy and other long-term treatments can bring pain, fatigue, weakness, and significant changes to everyday life. Cheryl Goh speaks with Dr Wong Chin Jung, Senior Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, NHG Health to unpack how rehabilitation can support safer movement, preserve physical function and help patients adjust to a changing sense of wellbeing. See omnystu...

Breastfeeding may be natural, but getting started is not always easy. Cheryl Goh speaks with Dr. Mythili Pandi, Integrative Family Physician, Lactation Consultant and Health Advocate to explore how labour, delivery and those first hours after birth can shape the experience, as well as the support that can help mothers and babies find their rhythm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Screen time is shaping how young people focus, feel and connect in an always-on world. Cheryl Goh speaks with Dr Arthur Chin, Author of The Scrolling Generation, to explore what parents should watch for, which digital habits may be more harmful, and how families can build healthier relationships with technology without cutting it out completely. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For many of us, “switching off” after work means dinner, drinks, or scrolling — but we don’t always feel any more rested. So, what are we really craving at the end of the day? Cheryl Goh finds out what makes play so effective — and how it can be part of a wellness routine with Jacquline Ong, Head of Marketing at Timezone Singapore. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Severe asthma can continue to disrupt daily life even when a patient is already receiving treatment. Cheryl Goh finds out how severe asthma is diagnosed, when symptoms become an emergency, and how the right treatment plan can help patients regain control with Dr Alvin Lo, Deputy Chief of Respiratory Medicine at Woodlands Hospital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s an issue many men still hesitate to talk about—prostate health. Now the most commonly diagnosed cancer among men in Singapore, yet screening rates remain lower than they should be. But why is there still so much silence around it? Cheryl Goh looks at how access to screening can make a difference, especially for those who may otherwise delay or avoid it with Dr James Tan, Senior Co...

Wellness can easily become another performance, shaped by curated routines, unrealistic positivity and pressure to have everything figured out. Cheryl Goh speaks with Yi Lian Ng-Groves, Founder of Aweness, who shares a more honest approach to identity, reinvention, community and self-growth is what we explore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A familiar meal or neighbourhood stall can do more than bring comfort. At Mei Ling Market and Food Centre, Singapore’s first hawker centre-based reminiscence programme is using food, memory and everyday community spaces to support seniors’ emotional wellbeing. Cheryl Goh unpacks how connection, dignity and belonging can shape active ageing with Dr Carol Ma Hok Ka, Associate Professor a...

Kindness is something many Singaporeans say they value, but the pressures of daily life can make everyday graciousness harder to sustain. As Kindness Day SG 2026 brings activations to workplaces and heartlands, Cheryl Goh speaks with Michelle Tay, Executive Director, Singapore Kindness Movement to talk about the simple acts of care that can become habits to build a kinder, more gracious Singapore....

Postpartum recovery is often framed as a matter of weeks, but for many women, the journey is far more complex and much less talked about. As part of our Women’s Wellness series, Cheryl Goh speaks with Dr. Mythili Pandi, Integrative Family Physician, Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and Health Advocate to explore the physical, emotional and identity shifts that can come after birth, why support o...

Sleep quality is about more than getting enough hours. The bedroom environment — from temperature and humidity to mattress support, bedding materials and indoor air quality — can all shape how well we rest, recover and feel the next day. Cheryl Goh speaks with Thijs Veyfeyken, Managing Director of Heveya to explore how to better understand your sleep style and create a healthier sleep...

More women in Singapore are moving beyond casual workouts and building serious, consistent training routines — from strength sessions to run clubs and weekly movement habits. Cheryl Goh speaks with Melinda Sutikno, Founder of Anya Active to find out how Anya Active is designing for that shift with a performance-first approach, while also building women-led spaces that make fitness feel stron...

Becoming a mother can bring a profound shift in identity, priorities and sense of self, even when everything looks fine on the outside. Cheryl Goh speaks with Teng Yi Ling, Perinatal expert and Founder of Baby Planner SG to explore the idea of matrescence, why having language for this transition matters, and how mothers and fathers can be better supported as they grow into parenthood. See omnystud...

On International Jazz Day, Cheryl Goh speaks with Michelle SgP, Singapore Producer and Singer-Songwriter to explore how music can help us make sense of life’s different seasons — from ageing and motherhood to creativity, resilience and community. They also look at what keeps artists going, and why live music still matters in Singapore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

We often rely on fitness trackers to monitor our steps and sleep,  but what if they could also reveal how healthy our blood vessels are? A new study from researchers at the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine suggests that pulse signals recorded overnight from consumer wearables may be used to estimate vascular age, a key indicator of cardiovascular health. Cheryl Goh speaks to Professor Mich...

With the cost of living on the rise, pet owners in Singapore are feeling the squeeze and many are asking where they can cut back without compromising their pet’s well-being. While it may be tempting to scale down on care, experts say the key is to cut the extras, not the essentials. Cheryl Goh speaks with Dr Eddie Tan, veterinarian and Senior Technical and Key Account Manager for Companion A...

As World Autism Awareness Month is marked this April, the conversation often centres on diagnosis and formal services. But for many families, support extends far beyond clinics and into the everyday spaces we all share. Cheryl Goh speaks with Toh Chin Kiang, father of 25‑year‑old Marcus, who has autism and is non‑verbal, shares his journey as the father of a...

When we talk about keeping healthy, we often think about what we eat, how active we are, and how well we sleep. But one important part of our health is often overlooked — our oral health. We speak to Dr Holy Koh, Principal Dental Surgeon, NHG Polyclinic and explore how the health of our mouth is closely linked to our overall physical and mental well‑being, and why it matters at every stage o...

It's been all over the news recently - Singapore’s fertility rate has fallen to a record low of 0.87. Births also fell 11 per cent last year, raising urgent questions about fertility, timing, and health awareness. Beyond policies and incentives, there’s an important medical side to this fertility conversation that needs to be addressed. Cheryl Goh Speaks with Dr Loh Seong Feei, Medical...

Skin fillers have become one of the most talked-about aesthetic treatments today, from smoothing lines to restoring volume. With that popularity, however, comes plenty of questions about safety, expectations, and whether they’re even necessary to have. Cheryl Goh explores beyond the trends and social media hype to understand what fillers really do and how they fit into a broader picture of s...

Knee pain is starting much earlier in Singaporeans than we expect it to be. Early cartilage degeneration is easy to dismiss, but can quietly take away one’s mobility, confidence, and connection. Cheryl Goh speaks with Dr. Francis Wong, Orthopaedic Surgeon-Scientist in Cartilage Regeneration about the “invisible” knee injury and how it quietly affects us in our daily lives. See om...

Take your next outdoor walk to the next level and explore forest bath - a deeply immersive way to experience a slower way of life and soak in the goodness of the forest. Cheryl Goh speaks with Jovena Loon, Forest & Nature Therapy Guide, Gentle Walks to explore this calming experience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More Singaporeans are going for health screenings, but many still do not follow up when results raise concern. Cheryl Goh speaks to Dr. Ari Ali Sahebkashaf, Medical Director at MORROW, and look at what is getting in the way — from cost and lack of time to uncertainty over next steps — and what a more personal, practical approach to wellness could look like. See omnystudio.com/listener...

IYLA Collective supports mothers and young families with gentle, safe skincare and a nurturing community. Founder Lim Yi Ying shares with Cheryl Goh how the brand champions everything from ingredient safety toemotional support for parents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Think sound baths are just lying still on a yoga mat? Cheryl Goh finds out how else they’re conducted with floating hammocks and even harps, to allow you to achieve a restorative rest with Wendy Lum, Founder of Wenyogaheal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.