Health & Living
Episodes
World Hepatitis Day 2011
28 Jun 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Dr. Rosmawati Mohamed, consultant hepatologist explains the importance of spreading awareness of hepatitis as well as of diagnosing the infe...
Ovarian Cancer
22 Jun 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Ovarian cancer kills over 100,000 women worldwide each year and often goes undiagnosed until it is at an advanced stage at which point survival rates ...
Panic Attacks
22 Jun 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Panic, fear and anxiety are a natural part of our lives, but what happens when they end up taking control? Dr. Shane Varman explains panic attacks and...
Allergic Rhinitis
17 Jun 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Allergic rhinitis is often dismissed as nothing more than the common cold or a sinus attack. But there could be much more to it than we think, as Prof...
Salpingitis
16 Jun 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pravin Peraba drops in to discuss the condition of salpingitis, its symptoms and effects as well as treatment methods.See omnystudio.com/listener ...
4x4 Rainforest Challenge
15 Jun 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Luis Wee, founder of Rainforest Challenge is here to tell us about the event, and all the work and struggle and fun that goes into being both a partic...
Platelet-Rich Plasma As An Aesthetic Treatment
14 Jun 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Often called vampire therapy, platelet-rich plasma or PRP therapy, offers a new method of rejuvenation for skin and hair. Dr. Anna Hoo, an aesthetics ...
Reversing Vasectomies
14 Jun 2011
Contributed by Lukas
In honour of Father's Day, Dr. George Lee, consultant urologist, discusses a second chance for fatherhood through the procedure of reversing vasectomi...
Attachment Disorders in Children
10 Jun 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Rajan Muthoo, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, explains attachment disorders: how they are formed and how they can be harmful. See omnystud...
Fitness regimes for children.
10 Jun 2011
Contributed by Lukas
How young is too young? Dr. Jim Bell, founder and CEO of the International Fitness Professionals Association, discusses the need for children to get s...
Aging and Optical Health
04 Jun 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Just because we have to age, it doesn't mean that our optical health necessarily needs to go downhill. Dr. Lee Mun Wai, consultant ophtamologist expla...
Working Out Zumba
31 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
One of the latest fitness crazes going around the world, Zumba originated in Columbia and has now found its way to our shores. But what is it? And mor...
Enlarged Prostate
29 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Prostate enlargement is a phenomenon many men try to cope with. Let's delve into the intricacies of the issues surrounding prostate enlargement ...
Influenza and Flu Vaccines
16 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
With flu experts saying that the world is poorly prepared to deal with a global health emergency, we speak to Dr. Christopher Lee, Senior Consultant a...
Doctor In The House: Bedwetting
13 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
This week, our resident Doctor In The House, consultant urologist Dr. George Lee, discusses nocturnal enuresis or bedwetting. See omnystudio.com/liste...
Horse Riding
12 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Movies like Seabiscuit and Horse Whisperer highlight beautiful moving moments of the relationship between humans and horses. Find out more about horse...
Scalp Psoriasis
11 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Scalp psoriasis is often mistaken for either ordinary dandruff or seborrhoeic dermatitis. Find out what the actual differences are and explore recomme...
Malaysian Canteen Menu
10 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
There have been heated debates about whether or not nasi lemak should be on our Malaysian canteen menu. How about curry puffs and 'air sirap'? Find ou...
Post Delivery Fitness
09 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Pregnancy creates system wide changes in your body. Post delivery - a mother's body goes through transformation which entails additional fat, generall...
Living Donor
06 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
What does a living donor go through and what do the medical procedures entail? Find out as resident Doctor in the House Dr George Lee explains. S...
Tackling Fitness from the Source
05 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Interestingly, there has been an awakening amongst Medical Practitioners and Fitness Trainers to join forces to tackle illnesses from their source. Li...
Healthy Selection While Eating Out
04 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us eat out these days due to our hectic schedules and lifestyles. Find out how to make a healthy selection while eating out as Dr Hazreen Abd ...
Foot Pain
03 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Three quarters of us develop foot problems at some time in our lives, and foot aches and pains are particularly common and complex at times. Learn mor...
Naturopathy
28 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Naturopathy is based on the belief that the body will heal itself once its natural equilibrium is restored. Treatments and therapies draw on natural e...
Bunions and Scarf Osteotomy
27 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Bunions are bumps or lumps that develop on the inside of the foot at the base of the big toe. They occur when the big toe moves out of normal alignmen...
Cardiac Arrest Among Women
26 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Traditionally, heart problems have been linked to middle-aged men with certain lifestyle habits. Now, find out about the prevalence of cardiac arrest ...
Colorectal Cancer
25 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Colorectal cancer refers to cancer that starts in the large intestine or the rectum. Early diagnosis can lead to complete cure, but what about those w...
Assisted Reproductive Technology
22 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Infertility is commonly defined as the failure to achieve pregnancy after regular unprotected intercourse for at least a year, and in around half the ...
Psoriasis
21 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Consultant Dermatologist Dr Ruban Nathan speaks about psoriasis - an auto-immune skin disease - and helps us understand its symptoms, and treatments t...
Acne Scars
20 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Acne is one of the most common skin diseases in the world. What can be done to treat acne scars? Aesthetic Practitioner Dr Sylvia Wai explains. See om...
Skin Pigmentation: An Aesthetic & Health Concern
19 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Sutina Nordin, and Aesthetic Practitioner, discusses skin pigmentation conditions, and advices on methods for both the prevention and cure of said...
Excelling in Sports Using NLP
18 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Carsten Cziborr, an NLP Practitioner, discusses how Nuerolinguistic Programming (NLP) can help make a significant difference in an athelete's performa...
Doctor In The House: Bladder Cancer
15 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
This week, our resident Doctor-In-The-House, Consultant Urologist Dr. George Lee, discusses bladder cancer - its symptoms, causes, treatment and care ...
The Realities of Bone Marrow Transplants
14 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
A bone marrow transplant delivers healthy bone marrow stem cells into the patient, replacing bone marrow that is either not working properly or has be...
Prescription Drug Abuse
13 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Prescription drug abuse is widespread in the United States and developed countries where stress due to modern development is rife. What are the other ...
Secondary Infertility
12 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Secondary infertility refers to the inability to become pregnant or carry a pregnancy to term following the birth of one or more biological children. ...
Flexibility
11 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Flexibility is not to be ignored as it forms the basis of fitness, form and movement. Listen to how important flexbility is, and how to incorporate it...
How to Choose a Tennis Racquet
08 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
How do you determine what tennis racquet suits your game play? What is the significance of the beam width, size of head and weight of racquet while ma...
The Art of Play
07 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Play makes us feel most alive and activates creativity amidst relaxation and better health, consequently. Find out more about the art of playing effec...
Key Hole Surgery
06 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Key Hole Surgery enables doctors to operate within the cavities of the body, including the abdominal cavity, without making wide incisions. Consultant...
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
05 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Find out the intricacies behind Carpal Tunnel Syndrome as Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon Dr Rajesh Singh explains. See omnystudio.com/listener for...
The Psyche of White Collar Criminals
04 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Understand the psyche and modus operandi of white collar criminals, and most importantly, how prepared are we to deal with them in terms of law and or...
The Essence of Meditation
01 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
What is the true essence of meditation? How simple or complicated can it be? Find out as Dr Dhilip Kumar explains.See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...
Positive Mindset and Physical Healing
31 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
The by-product of thinking ends up in our cells, and it can affect our immune system. Find out how we can use this knowledge, maintain a positive mind...
Parasomnia
30 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Sleep walking, talking in your sleep and teeth grinding - these are known as parasomnias. Find out what else, apart from anxiety and stress, can trigg...
Robotic-Assist Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery
29 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
The National Heart Centre Singapore (NHCS) successfully completed the first robotic-assisted lobectomy in SouthEast Asia in August 2010. Listen to its...
Preparing for a Ultramarathon
28 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the training regime and lifestyles of runners Alvin Lim and Jeffery Wong in their first attempt at an ultramarathon. See omnystudio.com/...
Cosmetic Surgery Among Men
28 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Looking at the increasing number of male magazines and the birth of marketing to metrosexuals, one will realise that male vanity is reaching new heigh...
Strength in Numbers
25 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Explore a fitness option that goes by 2 principles - 1. For women only & 2. Strength in Numbers. Circuit trainers Amutha Subramaniam and Audrey Pe...
Ketamine Bladder Syndrome
25 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Ketamine Bladder Syndrome is a fairly new reported side effect to K use, first documented in 2007. Since then, there has been a trend of more and more...
TB and ENT
24 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Despite being a modern and progressive country, TB still looms around us. According to the Director of the Institute of Respiratory Medicine, 18,000 p...
Female Adult Acne
24 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Chronic, persistent acne is common among women who suffered with it during adolescence or those who developed it during adulthood. Either way, the phy...
4 KG in 4 Weeks
23 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
4 kilograms in 4 weeks - too much or too little? Attainable or not? Find out as Fitness Trainers Tanty Amin and Raj Subramaniam take us through the re...
Seizure Pregnancy
23 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Women with epilepsy appear to have a greater risk of malformations, made worse with antiepileptic drugs (AEDs). What are other risks and ways of manag...
Sciatica
22 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Sciatica or running pain describes symptoms of leg pain and possibly, numbness or weakness that originates in the lower back and travels through the b...
Whole Body Vibration Training
21 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Whole Body Vibration Training works by creating instability in the body, enabling one to perform reflexive muscle actions 25 to 50 times a second. The...
Maintaining a Healthy Kidney
18 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Given the extreme importance of kidneys in maintaining good health, the topic of kidney health is closely examined today with Consultant Urologist Dr ...
Osteopathy
17 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Osteopathy is a form of drug-free, non-invasive manual medicine that focuses on total body health. Find out how it works as Osteopath Ian Lee explains...
Bloodless Surgery
16 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Find out about bloodless surgery - what it entails, procedures and under what circumstances should one opt for it - as Consultant Laparoscopic Surgeon...
Menstrual Cycle Complications
14 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
From PMS and irregular periods to dysmenorrhea... Find out what menstrual cycle complications exist, and how to live through them as Consultant O&...
Urinary Incontinence Among Women
11 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
There are fundamentally 3 types of urinary incontinence among women - stress urinary incontinence, urge urinary incontinence and mixed urinary inconti...
Kidney Dialysis
10 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
What does one go through during kidney dialysis? Let's delve deeper into the process and experiences of those who administer the treatment in conjunct...
Healthy and Fit in the Golden Years
09 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
A healthy lifestyle at all stages of life will help you stay active, healthy and productive as you age. As a tribute to women this International Women...
Laughter Therapy
08 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Laughter therapy is serious business! Find out about the natural healing properties of laughter therapy and the basis of laughter amidst a structured ...
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
07 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
OCD affects 1 to 2% of the population in Malaysia. It cuts across all ethnic groups and affects both males and females. The onset of OCD is earlier in...
Tuberculosis
04 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
According to the WHO, TB is an infectious disease that has killed more people than any other disease in history. It claims 4 lives every minute global...
Kiting
03 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Kite flying has been around for 3,000 years, having originated in the Far East where kites still hold massive cultural significance. Globally, kiting ...
Slipped Disc
02 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
1 person in 20 develops at least 1 episode of back and referred leg pain from a slipped disc at some stage of his / her life with most cases occuring ...
Pregnant with Twins
01 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Twins have always intrigued people. Find out how one gets through a pregnancy with twins, considering the medical joys and pains of the pregnancy as C...
Hematuria
28 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Blood in your urine or hematuria can cause some worry, concern and anxiety. Consultant Urologist Dr George Lee sheds light on this condition and helps...
Peripheral Vascular Disease
27 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Peripheral vascular disease refers to the reduced circulation of blood to a body part other than the brain or heart. Find out what causes peripheral v...
Pertussis
22 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
In 2008, there was an estimated 16 million cases of pertussis and about 195,000 child deaths worldwide. According to the immunisation profile of Malay...
Erectile Dysfunction
18 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Is ED an early sign of a broken heart? Find out the interesting correlation between ED and cardiovascular disease as Consultant Urologist Dr George Le...
Fast Food
17 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
What is the definition of fast food? Do you consume more fast food that you thought you did? What are the effects and nutritional contents of fast foo...
Botox
16 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Since it was first licensed in 1994, Botox use has grown exponentially. It was first used in the 1970s to treat children's squints. Find out about the...
Is Love a Mere Chemical Reaction
14 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Love is a feeling, but findings indicate that love is largely attributed to chemical reactions in the brain. Discover the rationale of this theory as ...
Dr George 2011 Valentine Special
11 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Consultant Urologist Dr George Lee speaks about erectile dysfunction, priorities in life and frequency of intercourse, to help improve physical aspect...
Lasik
10 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Eyesight correction solutions range from glasses to surgery. Find out about the popular Lasik surgery and whether it could help correct your vision as...
Sports Medicine
09 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Sports and exercise medicine is not simply about treating stress fractures and torn muscles. Find out more about sports medicine as Consultant Orthope...
Bifocal and Multifocal Lenses
08 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Once we hit 40, there is no running away from glasses, most of the time, simply because the ability of the eye to focus on nearby objects is progressi...
Cancer Control
07 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
As cancer is a leading cause of death globally and the message of cancer prevention has been reasonably spread globally time and time again, it is equ...
Chinese New Year Recipes
02 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
For the Chinese New Year season, gain some insights and ideas on Chinese New Year traditional cuisine with Culinary Expert Amy Beh.See omnystudio.com/...
Resistance Training
31 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Resistance training does not refer to resisting physical training or exercise. On the contrary, it refers to applying some form of resistance to enhan...
An Alternative View to Detoxing
26 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
There are dozens of detox packages and theories out there which all point at health benefits for those who adopt the practice frequently. However, Con...
Watersports
24 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Find out about waterskiing here in Malaysia - skills and talent - as Head Coach of the Malaysian Waterski & Wakeboard Federation Phillipa Yoong sp...
Male Infertility
21 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Fertility issues are often wrongly assumed to be "a woman's problem", but in a quarter of cases, the difficulty lies with the man. Consultant Urologis...
Exercise Anytime Anywhere
19 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Fitness trainer Diamond Ogbiede enlightens us on the root cause of our sedentary behaviour and how to perform simple exercises anytime, anywhere for i...
Kidney Stones and Our Diet
14 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
1% of the population in Asia and the Pacific Rim suffers from kidney stones. Apart from detection and operations to heal, how can we watch our diet to...
In Vitro Fertilisation
13 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
In May 2009, Elizabeth Munro who gave birth at 66 reignited the medical and ethical debate on fertility treatment. Should there be an age limit on IVF...
Headaches
12 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Let's delve deeper into details about headaches that could be bothering us, their symptoms and most importantly, their remedies as Neurologist Dr Mooi...
Fitness Certification
11 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
What are the new developments that have led to increased efficiency and effectiveness in fitness routines? Why is fitness certification essential to t...
The Evolution of CPR
10 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is a life-saving technique used in emergencies and has saved many lives thus far. What are the essential steps of ...
After an Organ Transplant
07 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Less than 1% of the Malaysian population have pledged to donate their organs from 2006 until September 2010. What happens once one goes through the mu...
New Year Fitness Resolutions
06 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
New Year, new goals... Discover how to stick to your fitness goals and most importantly, achieve results, as Fitness Trainer Noel Chelliah explains.Se...
Managing Anger
05 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Anger is everywhere, occurring everyday. Count to 10, take a deep breath, walk away or confront - these are various ways known for managing anger. How...
The Importance of Vitamin D
04 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Alexander Tan, Consultant Endocrinologist and Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Medicine in Universiti Malaya, gives us the rundown of Vitamin D a...
Women's Health and Lifestyle Issues
31 Dec 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist Dr. Premitha Damodaran discusses some women's health and lifestyle issues that prevailed in 2010.See omnystu...
Men's Health Issues and Trends
31 Dec 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Consultant Urologist Dr. George Lee discusses landmark happenings concerning men's health in 2010, among other things.See omnystudio.com/listener for ...
An Update on Current Trends in Dentistry
30 Dec 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Dental practitioner Dr. Lau Lake Koon fills us in on current trends in the field of dentistry, which includes nanotechnology and porcelain crowns, amo...
The Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill
29 Dec 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Pravin Peraba, Senior Registrar in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, helps us better understand the infamous Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill (COCP), th...