Neurons play a crucial role in how we move, behave, and essentially, how we live. And genes play a big role in neurological functions - and disorders. However, we now have the technology to identify specific genes that are linked to some of these diseases. In this first episode of our neuroscience series, we are joined by a scientist involved in this work, Neurogeneticist Dr Azlina Ahmad Annuar. Here she discusses the genetic causes behind neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s in Malaysians, and also her involvement with the community outreach organisation “Jeans for Genes”.

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IR4.0 and big data are the buzzwords of the day, but what is their role in the healthcare sector? There’s tremendous potential for data analytics to revolutionise healthcare, but it will take investments into infrastructure and a complete change in our approach to the delivery of healthcare services. Is Malaysia ready for the new future of healthcare? Tan Sri Dato' Dr Abu Bakar Suleiman, Chairman of IMU Group, looks at what it would take.

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We return with our monthly mental health clinic with consultant clinical psychologist Paul Jambunathan. On this segment, we address your concerns regarding mental, emotional and psychosocial issues.

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There is a lot of fear and anxiety over the pain caused by orthopaedic surgeries like knee or hip replacement procedures. How much has improved in the management of post-operative pain? How important is the perception of pain among patients deciding whether to opt for surgery? We explore pain with consultant orthopaedic surgeon Dr Rajesh Singh.

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Dr George Lee returns to discuss the latest medical news. Expect deep insights delivered with generous humour. Road accidents are the leading cause of death among children in Malaysia, and in many other cases, these accidents cause brain injuries that can have long-term consequences on a child’s development. We’ll be speaking to Dr Wong Chee Piau, consultant paediatric neurologist, about the treatment and care that would help save children’s lives, as well as how we can improve road safety for children.

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With Merdeka Day around the corner, we celebrate the unsung heroes of the healthcare system. We shine the spotlight on a few professions that play a critical role in ensuring quality healthcare for all, but may not always receive the recognition that they deserve. Introducing: The Paramedic, The Pathologist and The Pastoral Care Provider.

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With Merdeka Day around the corner, we celebrate the unsung heroes of the healthcare system. We shine the spotlight on a few professions that play a critical role in ensuring quality healthcare for all, but may not always receive the recognition that they deserve. Introducing: The Paramedic, The Pathologist and The Pastoral Care Provider.

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Recently, we heard about the news that scientists have developed chimpanzee-human chimaeras. On this month’s edition of Brain Waves, neurogeneticist Dr Azlina Ahmad Annuar helps us understand whether there are genes that make us human.

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How do conditions like bow-leggedness and knock-knees affect children’s growth? Dr Roshan Gunalan, Consultant Paediatric Orthopedic Surgeon from Subang Jaya Medical Centre, discusses lower limb deformities and when they need to be treated by a specialist.

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How do conditions like bow-leggedness and knock-knees affect children’s growth? Dr Roshan Gunalan, Consultant Paediatric Orthopedic Surgeon from Subang Jaya Medical Centre, discusses lower limb deformities and when they need to be treated by a specialist.

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