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Stress, lack of sleep, troubled relationships are some possible causes of transient increase in blood pressure. However, about 30% of our adult population has actual high blood pressure. In this episode, we talk on what is hypertension or high blood pressure, its prevention and treatment. Listen in to learn more about this disease!Guest: Dr David YongCardiologist, Institut Jantung Negara (IJN)Music : Roa - Treeshttps://roa-music.comLogo artwork by Yifan

Heart attack is one of the leading causes of death in Malaysia, and is brought upon by coronary heart disease or ischemic heart disease. Listen in on this podcast to hear practical steps one can take to prevent this heart disease, and the urgency of treatment when having symptoms! Guest: Dr David YongCardiologist, Institut Jantung Negara (IJN)Music : Roa - Treeshttps://roa-music.comLogo artwork by Yifan

Originally, discovered by a surgeon, Parkinson's disease can be a debilitating disease for many. Once thought to have no curative treatments, now has many options to reduce symptoms and slow down the progression of the disease. In this episode, we discuss about some early signs and symptoms of the disease, and available treatment!Guest: Teh Pei ChiekConsultant neurologist in KPJ Damansara 2Music : Roa - Treeshttps://roa-music.comLogo artwork by Yifan

One of the sequelae of hypertension, diabetes mellitus and high cholesterol - stroke remains a debilitating disease. However, if caught early, there is better outcome. Listen in on this episode as we talk about current treatments and also prevention of this disease!Stroke hospital locator: https://www.nasam.org/Guest: Teh Pei ChiekConsultant neurologist in KPJ Damansara 2Music : Roa - Treeshttps://roa-music.comLogo artwork by Yifan

The sweetest nation in Asia, Malaysia has 1 in 5 adults who has diabetes. A silent and slow killer, diabetes can lead to many other diseases and health issues. In this episode, we talk about how to detect diabetes, and how best to manage it.Guest: Raja Nurazni binti Raja AzwanPhysician and endocrinologist from a Malaysian government hospitalMusic : Roa - FocusWatch : youtu.be/YhwGJ3r7KyAStream / Download : hypeddit.com/link/bso5rzLicense : roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic Logo artwork by Yi...

The third commonest cancer in Malaysian men, is most often found in men aged 55 years and above. Early detection can be done by screening, leading to early treatment. In this episode, we discuss all things related prostate cancer with a urologist.Prostate cancer support group: https://onlymencan.com/support-group/https://www.facebook.com/NPCSG/*Did you know, the month of November is also known as Movember, in support of prostate cancer?Guest: Dr. Lim Li Yi, urologist in Hospital Canselo...

Also known as benign prostate hyperplasia, this is a normal phenomenon that affects men as they grow older. In this episode, we talk about what symptoms to expect and how to deal with this natural process in men.Guest: Dr. Lim Li Yi, urologist in Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz, UKM, Kuala LumpurMusic : Roa - FocusWatch : youtu.be/YhwGJ3r7KyAStream / Download : hypeddit.com/link/bso5rzLicense : roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic Logo artwork by Yifan

While mostly painful and possibly disruptive to kidney function, kidney stones can be asymptomatic. We talk about who gets kidney stones, treatment and even prevention in this episode!Guest: Dr. Lim Li Yi, urologist in Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz, UKM, Kuala LumpurMusic : Roa - FocusWatch : youtu.be/YhwGJ3r7KyAStream / Download : hypeddit.com/link/bso5rzLicense : roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic Logo artwork by Yifan

What happens when the kidney ceases to perform its functions? Renal replacement therapy is a form of treatment to overcome kidney failure and prolong the patient’s life. We also speak on kidney transplant and the importance of donors! Be a donor: Send an email to [email protected] with subject 'I WANT TO PLEDGE' or 'SAYA NAK IKRAR’.Or visit:http://www.mst.org.my/donorform.htm Guest: Dr. Kenneth Lai Koah Kien, consultant nephrologist in Bukit Tinggi Medical Centre, Klang and Ramsay Sime Da...

The kidney works as a filter, a regulator for salts and produces certain hormones for the body. Find out in this episode, what leads to the deterioration of the kidney and what we can do to prevent that.Guest: Dr. Kenneth Lai Koah Kien, consultant nephrologist in Bukit Tinggi Medical Centre, Klang and Ramsay Sime Darby Health Care, Subang JayaMusic : Roa - FocusWatch : youtu.be/YhwGJ3r7KyAStream / Download : hypeddit.com/link/bso5rzLicense : roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusicLogo artwork by Yifan&...