Calcium protects and builds bones but many are still unsure of how much calcium to take for their age group and gender, and also if they have special health requirements. Find out more about bones, osteoporosis prevention and bone strength as Dr JK Lee, Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon and President of the Osteoporosis Awareness Society of Kuala Lumpur explains.

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Vasectomy refers to permanent sterilization for men. The procedure has been around since the late 19th century and is popular among men in countries like New Zealand, the US and those in Europe. Its popularity dwindles particularly in China and India. Find out why and get answers to intimate vasectomy questions as Consultant Urologist Dr George Lee speaks. 

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Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is simply the accumulation of fat in liver cells. With that, anyone can develop fatty liver. What exactly are the signs and symptoms of fatty liver? What are the risks? And how is it treated? Associate Professor Dr Sanjiv Mahadeva, Consultant Gastroenterologist and Lecturer at the UMMC, explains. 

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Breast cancer survivors and patients can find comfort in the fact that currently, breast cancer surgery and reconstruction surgery can be done at the same time, as opposed to the former prior to the latter with a healing period in between. Consultant Breast Surgeon, Dr Patricia Alison Gomez sheds light on these surgery procedures apart from updating us about new medication for breast cancer treatment.  

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Anemia refers to a lack of red blood cells, that can lead to a lack of oxygen-carrying ability throughout the body, causing unusual lethargy. Anemia during pregnancy should definitely be noted. Consultant O and G, Dr Kiren Sidhu helps us to understand this condition further and what can be done to avoid or alleviate symptoms.    

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The smile has taken centre stage as the ultimate symbol of beauty, more than beautiful eyes, more than great hair and even more than a sexy body! Find out how one can obtain a beautiful smile, like that of stars in Hollywood, with dental practitioner Dr Lau Lake Koon.

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The urinary tract is the body's filtering system for removal of liquid wastes. Because women have a shorter urinary tract, they are especially susceptible to bacteria that may invade the urinary tract and multiply. This results in an infection known as urinary tract infection or UTI for short.

Let's seek to understand UTI further with Consultant Urologist, Dr George Lee.

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If one is diagnosed with periodontal (gum) disease, the severity of the condition could involve surgery. That would be determined once a periodontist determines that the tissue around the teeth are unhealthy and is beyond repair via non-surgical treatment.

Before that, what are the stages of periodontal disease and what can one do to prevent deterioration to such a severe level? Find out as Professor Dasan Swaminathan, Professor of Periodontology explains. 

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Waxing is deemed as a form of beautification or hygiene process for men and women alike. However, removal of hair via waxing can be painful. Find out about waxing and how it could be less intimidating or scary from waxing specialist Madaline Teh.

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Far infrared is invisible to the naked eye, but has an abundance of healing properties. Extensive research has been done about far infrared in Japan and China, with Japan even having its own "Infrared Society" dedicated to research and extension of its medical applications. Find out what these applications and findings are so far as pharmacist Krishnaveni Ravindran explains.

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