Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer November 1, 2024 Cancers in Men & Women, Dr. In The House What does genetic testing have to do with breast cancer? What can a genetic test tell you, and does every woman need it in order to know her risk of developing breast cancer? We unpack these questions with...
Understanding DSDs and Sex in Sports October 4, 2024 Dr. In The House, Medical Ethics & Economics This year’s Paris Olympics was not without controversy - most infamously for the gender row in boxing. Algerian Imane Khelif and Taiwanese Lin Yu-Ting were questioned for their participation in women’s...
Why Your Community Pharmacist Should Be Your New Friend September 27, 2024 Dr. In The House, Health & Aging World Pharmacists Day is observed on 25 September annually, to recognise and celebrate the crucial role that pharmacists play in building healthier communities everywhere. This year’s theme focuses on...
Facing Mpox in 202 September 13, 2024 Dr. In The House, Medical Innovations & Advancements The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared mpox a public health emergency of international concern. This doesn’t make it a pandemic like COVID-19 was, but it does mean that countries have to introduce...
Let’s Talk About Sexual Health September 6, 2024 Dr. In The House, Sexual Health & Fertility It was World Sexual Health Day earlier this week (4th Sept) and in conjunction with that, consultant urologist Dr George Lee is joined by consultant obstetrician & gynaecologist Dr Hoo Mei Lin to discuss...
Are HIV Rates Going Up Among Malaysian Youths? August 23, 2024 Dr. In The House, Sexual Health & Fertility, STI & HIV It was recently reported in the Dewan Negara that we’ve been seeing an uptick in the number of new HIV cases among our university students aged between 18 and 25. So on today’s show, we want to find out...
Children’s Genital and Urinary Conditions August 16, 2024 Dr. In The House, Kidney, Prostate & Bladder Care As a parent, you would worry if your child complains of pain or other problems related to urination. You’d also be anxious if there appears to be abnormal development of their genital organs. Consultant...
Desperate For Kidneys (And Other Organs) August 9, 2024 Dr. In The House, Medical Ethics & Economics Recently, several news outlets highlighted the illegal organ trade in Malaysia, particularly involving the sale of kidneys. The New Straits Times reported that a man had advertised and sold one of...
Are There Carcinogens In Our Makeup? July 12, 2024 Cancers in Men & Women, Dr. In The House Are our beauty products harbouring carcinogens? Public concerns about asbestos in talcum powder increased when a multitude of lawsuits were filed against Johnson & Johnson for their baby powder products....
Why Do We Love Health Hacks – Even If They’re Wacky July 5, 2024 Dr. In The House, Health & Aging Whether you’re scrolling through social media or talking to friends, you can easily hear about the latest health hack - little tips and advice on how you can incorporate healthier habits into your life or...