Health & Living

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  Are More Young Women Diagnosed With Breast Cancer? 02.10.2026 33p

  Breast cancer is typically diagnosed among women after the age of 50, yet we seem to be hearing about more women who are being diagnosed with breast cancer at a younger age. In conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, more commonly known as Pink October, we speak to clinical oncologist Dr Nisha Shariff and genetic counsellor Yoon Sook Yee to unpack the risks that younger women face and how genetic testing could help them understand those risks.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Your Guide To Dealing With Stress 01.10.2026 41p

  We’ve all been stressed before, and for some of us, it’s just part and parcel of our daily lives. So how do you know when you’re coping well or barely treading water? Licensed and registered counsellor Rozy Khalid joins us to help us unpack when stress is good or bad, as well as offer tips on how we can learn to cope with stress and when you might need to set clear boundaries.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Opportunities For Budget 2027 To Reform Healthcare 30.09.2026 32p

  The last year has seen the Ministry of Health attempting to implement long-term systemic reforms, while addressing acute crises, all amid a war in the Middle East. Together with Dr Tharani Loganathan, Associate Professor of Global Health, from Universiti Malaya, we look at how the upcoming Budget 2027 could be an opportunity to continue healthcare reforms, and how we need to look beyond funding alone. Brought to you by Mah Sing. Reinvent Spaces. Enhance LifeImage Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Public Health: Why Bidayuhs Have The Highest Rate of NPC In The World 29.09.2026 52p

  The Bidayuh in Sarawak have among the highest rates of nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) in the world. It is also the most common cancer among Sarawakian men. What are the factors that increase the risk of NPC among the Bidayuh community, and what are the systemic barriers to addressing early diagnosis and comprehensive care of NPC? We explore with Azrul Mohd Khalib, CEO of the Galen Centre for Health & Social Policy, and Professor Datu Dr Andrew Kiyu, Professor of Public Health from the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University Malaysia Sarawak.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Beyond The Diagnosis #42 (Part 2): An Organ Donation Saved My Life 28.09.2026 36p

  Malaysia has one of the lowest organ donation and transplantation rates in the world, despite being an early pioneer of organ donation in the 1970s. Where did we go wrong, and how can we catch up with countries like Spain, whose organ donation rate is 50 times higher than ours? Kidney transplant survivor Manvir Victor and transplant nephrologist Dr Mohamad Zaimi Abdul Wahab moot the idea of a National Transplant Institute to centralise services, training, data collection and allocation of organs. Listen to the first part here.Beyond The Diagnosis is a series that goes beyond a medical diagnosis to explore people’s personal experiences, their challenges, as well as the impact of their health condition on their loved ones.Image Credit: Wira Transplant Malaysia FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Should the MMR Vaccine Be Split? (& Other Questions About Childhood Vaccines) 25.09.2026 31p

  Last month, American president Donald Trump signed an order to limit childhood vaccines and to split the mumps, measles and rubella shots for children in America. While this is just a guidance, and not a mandate, having such recommendations coming from the U.S. president can have a significant influence, not just in the U.S. itself but the rest of the world as well as many countries have traditionally looked to the U.S. for guidance. On top of that, Trump has also called for childhood vaccinations to be reduced across the board. Consultant urologist Dr George Lee is joined by paediatric infectious diseases consultant Dr Sangeetha Siniah to discuss if childhood vaccinations have been a victim of their own success and how parents can navigate misinformation about childhood vaccines. Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Supporting Social Workers To Help Vulnerable Children 24.09.2026 39p

  The newly-passed Social Work Profession Bill aims to introduce stricter standards for the field of social work, and regulate the activities of social workers in Malaysia. What does this mean for the thousands of children who depend on social workers, especially those living in vulnerable situations? We speak to Dr Rajini Sarvananthan, Consultant Developmental Paediatrician, and Amy Bala from the Malaysian Association of Social Workers, to discuss this long-awaited bill and what it means for children nationwide. Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Why Secondhand Smoke Still Harms Billions of People 23.09.2026 27p

  A recent study published in The Lancet Public Health found that in 2023 alone an estimated 2.7 billion people globally were exposed to secondhand smoke, including 767 million children under 15. After decades of anti-smoking campaigns and awareness-building about the dangers of secondhand smoke, why are billions of people still breathing in contaminated air? In conjunction with World Lung Day on the 25th of September, we’re joined by Prof Dr Anna Marie Nathan, consultant paediatric pulmonologist from Universiti Malaya Medical Centre to clear the air about the short- and long-term health consequences of secondhand smoke, why children are especially vulnerable to secondhand smoke in the home, as well as what we can do to help smokers quit to create a smoke-free environment for all. Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Because Feelings Matter #54: Speaking Up About Suicide Loss 22.09.2026 31p

  Maya (not her real name) lost her loved one to suicide more than a year ago. She still grapples with the grief, anger and guilt today, but she’s come a long way in processing and learning to speak about her loss. In conjunction with World Suicide Prevention Day on 10 September, we speak to Maya about the support that suicide loss survivors need. This discussion will touch on topics of suicide and self-harm. If you, or someone you know, needs emotional support, reach out for help within your community or contact the Befrienders KL (03-76272929 or [email protected]), Talian HEAL (15 555), MIASA (1-800-1800-66) or AWAS Malaysia (Whatsapp 010-234 4808)Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Healthy Ageing: Living Well With Osteoarthritis 21.09.2026 38p

  Most of the people living with osteoarthritis are older but that doesn’t mean that osteoarthritis is an “older person’s disease” and something that just happens as you age. So can you prevent your cartilage from breaking down? And if you have osteoarthritis, how can you still lead a full life? We ask these and more with Assoc Prof Dr Fariz Yahya, consultant rheumatologist at Universiti Malaya Medical Centre. Dr Fariz is also the president of the Arthritis Foundation Malaysia.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  UTIs, Incontinence and Prostate Problems Explained 18.09.2026 40p

  The bladder is a remarkably forgiving organ, designed to hold up to 500cc of urine without discomfort, yet most people take it for granted until something goes wrong. From managing different types of urinary incontinence and preventing UTIs to prostate problems and bedwetting, consultant urologist Dr George Lee joins us for a frank, practical guide to keeping your urinary system in check.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Malaysia's RM1 Billion Plan to Digitalise Healthcare 17.09.2026 38p

  Malaysia's healthcare data remains deeply fragmented, with patient records scattered across disconnected clinics, hospitals, and paper files, even within the public system. Armed with a total allocation of RM1 billion and a target to fully digitalise all public healthcare facilities by 2028, the Ministry of Health is racing to turn that reality around, with 500 primary care clinics and 300 dental clinics already sharing records, and 15 million Malaysians now holding prescription records from public facilities in MySejahtera. Dr Mahesh Appannan, Director of the Digital Health Division at the Ministry of Health, unpacks the Malaysia's digital health transformation initiative, covering facility digitalisation, interoperability, and a cradle-to-grave Lifetime Health Record, while addressing the hard questions around cross-sectoral collaboration, AI readiness, and whether RM1 billion is the right spend. Tune in for a candid look at what it will truly take to put every Malaysian's health record in their own hands.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Ask An Ophthalmologist: How We See 15.09.2026 39p

  How often do we think about how complicated it can be for us to see what is in front of us? On this month’s open clinic show, we’ll be uncovering what happens within our eyes - and the brain - to help us see the world, how to keep our eyes functioning at their best, and how to pick up problems when your eyes start declining. Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Are MND Patients And Caregivers Getting the Care They Need? 14.09.2026 36p

  It is estimated that over 2,000 Malaysians live with motor neurone disease (MND), a chronic condition that is progressive and life-limiting. As the disease increasingly affects the muscles that are needed for movement, speech, swallowing and breathing, patients and families need a lot of support. But are they accessing the care they need? We find out more from the Chairman of MND Malaysia Ahmad Nurzahid bin Mohd Yusoff, and consultant neurologist Prof Dr Nortina Shahrizaila. Image Credit: MND Malaysia Facebook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  What To Do About A Fatty Liver 11.09.2026 43p

  Fatty liver is a little-known consequence of the high rates of diabetes, obesity and high cholesterol in Malaysia. Without intervention and management, fatty liver can eventually lead to liver cancer. We speak to Prof Dr Ida Normiha Hilmi, President of the Malaysian Society of Gastroenterology & Hepatology and Dr Lau Su Yin, Consultant Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist, about why fatty liver is a major public health problem in our population.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  How Frontliners Respond To A Suicide Crisis - Part 2 10.09.2026 33p

  When someone is facing suicidal ideation or crisis, how frontliners respond can make all the difference. In conjunction with World Suicide Prevention Day, we’ll be unpacking the role that frontliners play, who exactly they are, and why how they respond during and after a suicide crisis matters not just for the individual in crisis but for other vulnerable individuals as well. This is the second of a two-part conversation. Listen to part 1 here. Trigger warning: This discussion will touch on topics of suicide and self-harm. If you, or someone you know, needs emotional support, call the Befrienders KL at 03-76272929 or email [email protected], or reach out for help within your community. You can also contact Talian HEAL at 15 555 or MIASA at 1-800-1800-66.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  How Frontliners Respond To A Suicide Crisis - Part 1 09.09.2026 25p

  When someone is facing suicidal ideation or crisis, how frontliners respond can make all the difference. In conjunction with World Suicide Prevention Day, we’ll be unpacking the role that frontliners play, who exactly they are, and why how they respond during and after a suicide crisis matters not just for the individual in crisis but for other vulnerable individuals as well. This is the first of a two-part conversation. Listen to part 2 here. Trigger warning: This discussion will touch on topics of suicide and self-harm. If you, or someone you know, needs emotional support, call the Befrienders KL at 03-76272929 or email [email protected], or reach out for help within your community. You can also contact Talian HEAL at 15 555 or MIASA at 1-800-1800-66.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Hospice Klang’s 30 Years Of Community Care 08.09.2026 29p

  Since 1996, Hospice Klang has been providing free palliative care to patients, caregivers and families in the community in Klang. We speak to its chairperson, Dr Sheriza Izwa Binti Zainuddin, who’s a senior consultant for palliative care in Universiti Malaya Medical Centre, to find out more about how Hospice Klang started and how its changed the lives of patients and families in need of palliative and hospice care. To support Hospice Klang’s 30th anniversary charity fundraising dinner, visit the website, Facebook or Instagram pages.Image Credit: Hospice Klang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Humans of Healthcare: The Paediatrician & Clinical Geneticist 07.09.2026 48p

  From figuring out what’s causing a rare condition in a child to helping that child thrive into adulthood, the profession of a paediatrician and clinical geneticist can be pretty challenging. We speak to Prof Dr Thong Meow Keong, who was Malaysia’s first board-certified clinical geneticist back in the 1990s, about his career as a clinical geneticist, why it shouldn’t be a paediatric subspecialty, and how the profession has evolved over the years. Image Credit: Prof Dr Thong Meow KeongSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Is The Haze Making Your Asthma Worse? 04.09.2026 39p

  The worsening haze has caused a 250% surge in asthma cases in recent weeks. The link between poor air quality and respiratory diseases is clear, but people with asthma and COPD should not wait for the haze to trigger a serious episode before taking preventive action. Consultant respiratory physician Dr Helmy Haja Mydin is here with reminders about how to keep asthma under control, especially during the prolonged El Niño season.Image Credit: EPA ImagesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.