Health & Living

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...

Games to Train Your Brain

28 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Azrai Skymmr, Chairman of the Malaysian MENSA society, discusses his pick of the 10 brain games that can help get your brain cells growing and going. ...

Top 10 Fashion and Grooming Trends for 2011

27 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Aziah Jasmin, a master image trainer with the Star Studio Image Consultancy, discusses the fashion trends to expect for 2011, for men and women. See o...

Have A Merry Christmas Diet

24 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Mary Easaw, Chief Dietitian and Senior Manager of Dietetics and Food Services at the National Heart Institute in Kuala Lumpur, gives advice and tips o...

How to Have a Meaningful Marriage

24 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Zaitun Sulaiman, a Practising Psychotherapist, Stress Management Therapist and registered Clinical Hypnotherapist, discusses some of the common pro...

Aquascaping

22 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Described as the craft of arranging aquatic plants, as well as rocks, stones, cavework, or driftwood, in an aesthetically pleasing manner within an aq...

Bipolar Disorder

22 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Professor Normah Che Din, a clinical psychologist at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, describes Bipolar Disorder symptoms, causes, and treatments, whil...

Parkour

20 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine an activity incorporating creative, individual expression through acrobatic moves like leaping from walls and over gaps, ground rolls and prec...

Testosterone Replacement Therapy

17 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Testosterone Replacement Therapy is an option considered by men, to restore their youth and vitality. What are the risks and side effects? Is it recom...

Prevention of HIV Infection for Drug Users

15 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

In Malaysia, injecting drug users comprise 75 per cent of all HIV cases but only 20 per cent receive antiretroviral treatment. Why do IDUs remain disp...

Skydiving and Base Jumping

14 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

From Bond flicks to Vin Diesel's xXx, you'd think that BASE jumping and skydiving are only for heroes and movie stuntmen. However, as fear-inducing as...

Insulin Therapy

13 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Insulin therapy is a part of life for those with Type 1 diabetes. As there are various types of insulin (rapid-acting, short-acting, intermediate-acti...

Patients Rights

10 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Patients' Rights are promoted by professional ethics and by statute i.e by the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) for the former and the Ministry of Heal...

Antioxidants

09 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Antioxidants and free radicals have long been discussed among us, but some are still in the dark about their effects on the human body. Dietitian Fara...

Sudoku

08 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

What is Sudoku and what are its contributions towards the social and mental health of Malaysians? Find out as Secretary of The Malaysia Sudoku Society...

HIV and Circumcision

03 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Globally, an estimated 33.3 million people live with HIV and 2.6 million were newly infected last year. Find out about the correlation between HIV and...

Toy Collecting and Cosplay

02 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

People from all over the world indulge in different hobbies; from stamp collecting to cars and watches for the more affluent. But there are some who f...

You and Your Self Esteem

01 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Self esteem sets the foundation of a person's own self worth. Healthy levels of self esteem are key in ensuring one's happiness and success. Find out ...

Pap Smear

30 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Although cervical cancer is the number 2 killer of women in Malaysia, after breast cancer, it is preventable and easily detectable at an early stage. ...

Questions and Answers on Kidney Stones

29 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

A kidney stone is a hard mass developed from crystals that separate from the urine within the urinary tract. Consultant Urologist Dr George Lee gives ...

Bouldering and Top Rope Climbing

29 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

What do people get out of climbing as a sport? Sheer adrenaline, fitness, social properties of the sport and suitability for both genders? And what ar...

Retinal Detachment

28 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Retinal detachment refers to the separation of the retina from the back wall of the eye. Find out more about this condition, how it happens, its effec...

Organic Skincare for Babies and Children

26 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Are organic baby and children skincare products an indulgence or a necessity? With so many products and buzz words in the market place, figuring out w...

Medicine Assistance Scheme and Updates for AIDS Patients

25 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Estimates show that more than 7,400 people become infected with HIV daily, of whom almost half are young people. Globally, 5.4 million young people ar...

Endometriosis

24 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Endometriosis is a disease in which cells lining the womb start to grow in an abnormal location within the pelvis, causing pain and sub-fertility. Fin...

Varicose Veins

23 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

The treatment of varicose veins has advanced hugely in the past decade and need not be traumatic. Sufferers need not do so in silence and cover up any...

Sunken Chest Deformity

22 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Approximately 1 of every 1,000 babies born has an abnormal overgrowth of cartilage between the ribs and sternum that pushes the sternum inward (pectus...

Bedwetting

19 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

At the age of 5, 1 in 7 children wet the bed regularly. By 10, 1 in 20 are still affected. These are statistics from the UK. What about that for Malay...

Teeth Whitening

18 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Drinking coffee and tea can give one a perk for the day, but has adverse effects on one's teeth. Over time, drinking coffee and tea and consuming othe...

Rotator Cuff Disorder

16 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Pain and lack of mobility in the shoulder can be extremely debilitating. Find out more about its causes, symptoms and remedies as Consultant Orthopedi...

Prebiotics and Probiotics

15 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Prebiotics and probiotics have been known to be beneficial to health, contributing to our overall gut and digestion well-being. How exactly do they co...

Overactive Bladder Q and A

12 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

An overactive bladder could affect people of any age. The condition is characterised by a frequent, strong and sudden urge to urinate and sometimes, l...