1 Million COVID-19 Cases and Counting
Malaysia hit the 1 million cases milestone the previous week, a number of psychological significance considering the country’s success in controlling the pandemic a year ago. How will we turn the tide to...
How Bad COVID-19 Really Is
The media is reporting record-breaking numbers almost on a daily basis, whether it’s in terms of new COVID-19 cases or deaths. However, the positivity rate – derived from the number of positive cases out...
Are We Ready to Live With COVID-19?
Singapore is preparing to live with COVID-19 as an endemic disease, just like the flu, while the UK plans to scrap regulations on face masks and physical distancing by 19 July. What does it mean to live with...
Should Malaysia Mix COVID-19 Vaccines?
Coordinating Minister for the National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme Khairy Jamaluddin recently announced that there is not enough data for Malaysia to consider mixing two different COVID-19 vaccines. What...
COVID-19 is Airborne, So What Should We Do?
The World Health Organization has finally recognised that COVID-19 can be spread through the air, instead of just through contact with droplets. What does airborne transmission of the disease mean for our...
A Better Understanding of Psoriasis
Psoriasis is often seen as just a “cosmetic” problem, although there is a lot more going on beneath the surface of the skin. What’s causing the constant discomfort, and the potential inflammation in...
It’s Okay To Get Treated For Depression
Today, there is better acceptance and understanding of depression as a mental health condition. But people with depression still face a challenging journey when it comes to getting proper treatment and...
International Pompe Day
Pompe disease is a rare, inherited disorder that causes permanent muscle damage in children and adults. It occurs in about one in every 40,000 people, and can go undiagnosed for years. In conjunction with...
Why Does Road Rage Happen?
Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. Research in Malaysia has found that not only are there millions of angry drivers on our roads, we...
How To Celebrate New Year’s Eve Safely
As 2020 draws to a close, many are looking forward to the new year - but the government has announced that celebrations must be limited to small gatherings. We speak with Dr. George Lee for his best party...