Humans are inherently social creatures, but despite a world that is more interconnected than ever, people are increasingly disconnected socially. In fact, the World Health Organisation recently reported that 1 in 6 people are affected by loneliness and social isolation. So how do we combat this? The answer might just lie in helping people build better social connections. Here to help us break down what that means, is consultant clinical psychologist Evelyn Soong.

Image credit: Shutterstock

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We live in a world where we’re constantly told to remember to look after our own wellbeing and to find a way to balance self-care with our work, family, and personal responsibilities. It’s for a good reason because you can’t pour from an empty cup. But what if filling your own cup means emptying out someone else’s? On this episode of Counsellor’s Corner, to help us navigate whether self-care can become selfish, we’re joined by licensed and registered counsellor, Anujah Pulanthiran.

Image credit: Shutterstock

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Typically, we’ve thought of bariatric surgery as invasive procedures that remove part of the stomach, or bypass it. As the technology improves, surgeons are now able to move towards minimally invasive procedures, such as the Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty. But how effective is this procedure for weight-loss, are there any risks or complications to manage, and is it a quick-fix for treating obesity? Our conversation with Dato’ Dr Tikfu Gee, consultant general and bariatric surgeon tries to clarify these questions.

Image Credit: Shutterstock

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time to look past the imperfections you see and start learning how to love your body - no matter what other people on your Instagram feed look like or how much skincare products they use. Your glow starts from within, so learn how to kickstart that change through diet, exercise and the right skincare - without needing expensive products. Every woman (and body) is different, so hear from the experts how you can do what’s best for you. 

This is an edited replay of the third series of BFM Health & Living (For Her) events, with the theme “Brilliant, Female, Magnificent: Redefine Your Welling”. This event is presented by FWD Insurance.

Listen to the first panel session ‘From Stress to Self-Care’ here and the third panel session ‘Girlbossing Your Budget’ here. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Budgeting and managing your finances shouldn’t be a chore. Learn how to grow your income and make your money work for you, whether you want to afford that holiday, buy your first home, or get a headstart on your retirement lifestyle. Because “rich auntie” is a vibe we can all strive for.

This is an edited replay of the third series of BFM Health & Living (For Her) events, with the theme “Brilliant, Female, Magnificent: Redefine Your Welling”. This event is presented by FWD Insurance.

Listen to the first panel session ‘From Stress to Self-Care’ here and the second panel session ‘Glow Up & Level Up Your Body’ here. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feeling drained from juggling work and personal commitments while looking like you’ve got it all held together? Whether it’s managing work stress or maintaining healthy family and personal relationships, we can’t deny that women are expected to do more all the time. So here’s a safe space to figure out what exactly you need and ask the experts for advice. No judgement, just real talk and empowerment. 

This is an edited replay of the third series of BFM Health & Living (For Her) events, with the theme “Brilliant, Female, Magnificent: Redefine Your Welling”. This event is presented by FWD Insurance.

Listen to the second panel session ‘Glow Up & Level Up Your Body’ here and the third panel session ‘Girlbossing Your Budget’ here. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When there are problems or errors in healthcare that cause patients harm or injury, who pays the price? Not just the patients and families, but the rest of us as well. Unsafe care burdens the entire health system when extra resources are needed to fix complications. Ultimately, the rest of us, as current and future users of healthcare services, bear the cost of an overburdened system. So what goes into ensuring patient safety in the health ecosystem? How do we look beyond pinpointing individual errors to improving the system and the environment of healthcare? In the first episode of this mini-series on patient safety, we get Eric Woo, Vice-President, ECRI Asia Pacific and Datuk Dr Heric Corray, Chief Executive Officer, Malaysian Society for Quality in Health, to share why investing in patient safety saves money.

Click here to listen to the other episodes of this mini-series.

Image Credit: Shutterstock

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We learned at a young age that protein is an essential part of our diet, but with high-protein foods and protein supplements being marketed at us constantly, are we all undershooting our protein requirements? How much protein do we really need? We speak to nutritionist Lee Zhi Ling to find out.

Image Credit: Shutterstock

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a field where the tiniest of organisms can have the largest of impacts, just how important is the role of a medical microbiologist? And how much do we know about the work they do? On this episode of Humans of Healthcare, we speak to Prof Dr Jamal I-Ching Sam, medical microbiologist from Universiti Malaya to find out more.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You might have seen people talk about having “ghost poops” on social media, and no, this isn’t related to Halloween. What it refers to is stool that is easy to pass and leaves no residue when you wipe yourself. But what does this actually tell you about your gut health and bowel movements? Consultant urologist Dr George Lee is joined by consultant gastroenterologist Dr Madhav Kudva to answer all your questions about how to achieve that perfect poo.

Image Credit: Shutterstock

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.