Probiotics are said to be an important way of promoting healthy gut flora and friendly bacteria, and are especially important in the first 1,500 days of a child's life. But what good do they do specifically and how do they really help in overall health? Mary Easaw, dietitian, explains more.

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The phrase 'maybe you were born with it' comes up in regular conversation quite often, when discussing things like intelligence, looks, criminality, even sexual preference. But what exactly is genetically pre-determined, and what isn't?

Dr. Arif Anwar, our resident genetics specialist, clears things up with us. 

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To many families, hearing the diagnosis of autism can feel like bad news and a life sentence of hard work and confusion ahead. Yet it's ignoring the fact that there are many positives associated with this as well, including skills in mathematics and aesthetics, focus, and even computer skills.

Jochebed Isaacs of the Early Autism Project Malaysia, joins us today in conjunction with Autism Awareness Month, and discusses the positives and joys of raising an autistic child.

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Weekend warriors, otherwise known as recreational athletes, are people who are sedentary office workers or retirees by weekday, and active thrill and sports seekers by weekend. What can be fun and exciting, can also be damaging to joints or bodies that are unprepared for this sorts of activities.

Dr. Harjeet Singh, consultant orthopaedic surgeon, dishes out tips on staying healthy and in top condition regardless of age or other issues.

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At some point in our lives, two out of five of us will hear the words 'You have cancer.' Which is why it's important to know and understand the research and work that's being done to try and lift this burden from our society and the medical fraternity. CARIF, or the Cancer Research Initiatives Foundation, is Malaysia's first independent, not-for-profit cancer research centre.

Professor Dr. Teo Soo Hwang, its chief executive, explains more about what they do and how the public can support them. 

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Though we may not like thinking about it, death is an inevitable part of life. The best that can be hoped for at the end of it, is that we leave this world peacefully, with dignity and in the manner we deserve. Yet with the high costs of medicine, and life support, such aspirations can be out of reach for some people.

Kasih Hospice aims to help those living with a terminal, life-threatening illness, providing emotional, medical and spiritual support to those in need. Yeo Puay Huei, current president and co-founder, tells us more.

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Frank Cheong is a cancer survivor who now runs ultra-marathons, both for himself and to support cancer research facilities, such as CARIF. Listen to him speak about how running a marathon can be akin to fighting cancer, and what keeps him inspired.

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When faced with a difficult relationship, whether it's with a friend or romantic partner, we always have the option of walking away and never looking back. But what happens when it's with someone from your own family, especially your own brother or sister whom you're supposed to support and love unconditionally?

Dr. Johnben Loy shares his own take on this difficult situation, sharing his personal experiences with his brother and trying to make some sense of this complex relationship.

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High-blood pressures, cancers, existing conditions - all these things can put more pressure on pregnancies, representing high risk situations.

What constitutes a high risk pregnancy and how can it be managed for both mother and baby?

Dr. Premitha Damodaran tackles this wide-ranging topic.

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Find out more about the causes, symptoms and treatment for anal fistulas, which are small channels that develope between the end of the bowel, known as the anal canal or back passage, and the skin near the anus.

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