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Welcome to The Onco Life Podcast, your trusted source for cancer care insights, treatment updates, and patient-centered education. Hosted by the team at Onco Life Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, this podcast is designed to guide patients, caregivers, and listeners through every stage of the cancer journey.
Each episode features expert advice from our oncologists, wellness tips, treatment innovations, and answers to the most common questions about cancer types, therapies, and recovery.
🎧 Empowering you with knowledge, support, and compassionate care—every step of the way.
📍 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
🌐 Learn more at oncolifecentre.com
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In this episode, we explain stage 4 uterine cancer and how advanced, personalized treatment can help manage the disease, relieve symptoms, and improve quality of life. Learn what it means when uterine cancer spreads beyond the uterus, how it’s staged, and which treatment options are used at the most advanced stage. You’ll learn: What stage 4 uterine cancer is and how it differs from earlier stagesThe difference between stage 4A and stage 4B uterine cancerHow uterine cancer spreads to organs l...
In this episode, we take a closer look at stage 3 uterine cancer and explain how comprehensive, multidisciplinary treatment can help control the disease and improve outcomes. Learn what stage 3 uterine cancer means, how it spreads to nearby tissues and lymph nodes, and which treatments are most effective at this advanced stage. You’ll learn: What stage 3 uterine cancer is and how it differs from earlier stagesThe differences between stage 3A, 3B, and 3C uterine cancerCommon symptoms that may ...
In this episode, we explain stage 2 uterine cancer and how comprehensive, timely treatment can lead to positive outcomes. Learn what it means when uterine cancer spreads beyond the uterus to the cervix, how it’s staged, and which treatment options are most effective at this stage. You’ll learn: What stage 2 uterine cancer is and how it differs from stage 1The difference between stage 2A and stage 2B uterine cancerCommon symptoms that lead to diagnosis include vaginal bleeding and pelvic painW...
In this episode, we explain how immunotherapy for colorectal cancer works and who may benefit most from this advanced cancer treatment option. Immunotherapy helps the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells, offering new hope for certain patients with advanced disease. You’ll learn: What immunotherapy is and how it treats colorectal cancerWhy MSI-H and dMMR colorectal cancers respond better to immunotherapyWho is eligible for immunotherapy, especially in advanced or metastatic cancerT...
In this episode, we break down stage 1 uterine cancer and explain why early detection leads to highly successful treatment outcomes. Learn what stage 1 uterine cancer means, how it’s diagnosed, and the most effective treatment options available when cancer is caught early. You’ll learn: What stage 1 uterine cancer is and how it differs from later stagesThe difference between stage 1A and stage 1B uterine cancerCommon symptoms that lead to early diagnosis, including abnormal vaginal bleedingWh...
In this episode, we clear up some of the most common myths about prostate cancer and replace them with facts to help men and their families make informed health decisions. Prostate cancer is common, but misunderstandings about symptoms, testing, and treatment often cause unnecessary fear or confusion. You’ll learn: Whether prostate cancer only affects older menWhat elevated PSA levels really mean and when they don’t indicate cancerWhy prostate cancer is not always aggressive and may grow slow...
In this episode, we walk through the most important questions to ask your oncologist before starting cancer treatment. Getting clear answers early can help you feel more confident, prepared, and in control of your treatment journey. You’ll learn: Why understanding your cancer type and stage is critical to treatment decisionsWhat questions to ask about chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation, and targeted therapyHow to discuss treatment goals, benefits, and risks with your oncologistWhat to ask...
In this episode, we explore targeted therapy for uterine cancer and how precision-based treatments are changing outcomes for patients with advanced endometrial cancer. Learn how targeted therapies focus on specific cancer cell pathways to slow growth, reduce spread, and protect healthy tissue. You’ll learn: What targeted therapy for uterine and endometrial cancer is and how it worksHow precision treatment disrupts cancer cell growth and blocks blood supply to tumorsWhy targeted therapy causes...
In this episode, we break down the three main goals of cancer treatment: cure, control, and palliative care, and explain how each approach guides treatment decisions at different stages of cancer. You’ll learn: What cancer treatment goals mean and why they matterThe difference between curative treatment and treatments focused on long-term controlWhen control-oriented treatment is used to slow cancer growth and extend lifeHow palliative care focuses on comfort, symptom relief, and quality of l...
In this episode, we explain hormone therapy for uterine cancer and why it’s an effective treatment option for hormone-sensitive and advanced endometrial cancer. Learn how hormonal treatment works, who it’s best suited for, and how it can help control cancer growth while supporting quality of life. You’ll learn: What is hormone therapy for uterine and endometrial cancer, and how does it worksWhy do some uterine cancers respond to estrogen and progesterone changesThe different types of hormone ...
In this episode, we explain how chemotherapy for uterine cancer works and why it’s an important part of treatment—especially for advanced or high-risk cases. Learn how chemotherapy helps destroy cancer cells, reduce recurrence, and support recovery when used alone or alongside surgery and radiation therapy. You’ll learn: What is chemotherapy for uterine and endometrial cancer designed to doWhen chemotherapy is used as a primary treatment or after surgeryHow chemotherapy helps treat advanced u...
In this episode, we explain how radiation therapy for uterine cancer works and why it plays a key role in treatment and recovery, especially for advanced stages or after surgery. Learn how targeted radiation helps destroy cancer cells, reduce recurrence, and improve outcomes when used alone or combined with chemotherapy. You’ll learn: What does radiation therapy for uterine and endometrial cancer involvesHow radiation therapy helps shrink tumors and stop cancer from spreadingThe different typ...
In this episode, we break down surgery for uterine cancer and explain why it’s often the primary and most effective treatment option for many women. From early-stage diagnosis to advanced care, learn how surgical treatment is tailored to each patient’s needs and how it fits into a complete cancer care plan. You’ll learn: Why is surgery the main treatment for uterine and endometrial cancerThe different types of uterine cancer surgery, including total and radical hysterectomyWhen lymph node dis...
In this episode, we break down the cost of lung cancer treatment in Malaysia and explain what patients and families can expect when planning care. From chemotherapy to advanced treatments like targeted therapy and immunotherapy, this episode offers a clear, easy-to-understand overview of pricing, treatment options, and financial considerations. You’ll learn: The average cost of chemotherapy for lung cancer in MalaysiaHow targeted therapy works and why it comes at a higher priceWhat immunother...
In this episode, we break down fertility-preserving treatment options for early cervical cancer and explain how women can treat cancer while still keeping the possibility of having children in the future. You’ll learn how modern, fertility-sparing treatments work, who may qualify, and what risks and benefits to consider when planning care. You’ll learn: What fertility-preserving treatments are and who they’re best forHow vaginal radical trachelectomy treats cervical cancer while preserving th...
Advanced or metastatic cervical cancer requires a personalized treatment approach focused on slowing disease progression and improving quality of life. In this episode, we break down the most effective and up-to-date treatment options available for advanced cervical cancer, using clear, patient-friendly language to help you understand what to expect and how decisions are made. You’ll learn: What advanced and metastatic cervical cancer means and how it’s treatedHow chemotherapy works and why i...
In this episode, we explore a historic global milestone in cancer care: for the first time, 70% of people diagnosed with cancer now survive at least five years. This progress reflects decades of advances in prevention, early detection, and modern treatment—and it’s changing how cancer is viewed and managed worldwide. You’ll learn: What the 70% five-year cancer survival rate really means for patients and familiesWhich formerly deadly cancers, like lung, liver, and blood cancers, are seeing maj...
The FDA has granted priority review to gedatolisib, a first-in-class PI3K/mTOR inhibitor for HR-positive, HER2-negative, PIK3CA wild-type advanced breast cancer. In this episode, we explain why this fast-tracked review is such a major milestone—and how it could change treatment options for patients worldwide. You’ll learn: What FDA priority review means and why it matters for cancer patientsHow gedatolisib works and why it’s different from existing breast cancer therapiesWhy HR+/HER2–, PIK3CA...
Pancreatic cancer surgery in Malaysia can be a life-changing step for patients, especially when the disease is diagnosed early. In this episode, we walk through the full surgical journey from preparation to recovery so patients and caregivers know what to expect and how to plan with confidence. You’ll learn: When pancreatic cancer surgery is recommended, and who may be eligibleWhat to expect before surgery, including blood tests and imaging scansThe most common surgical options, including the...
Targeted therapy for cervical cancer is changing how advanced and recurrent cases are treated. In this episode, we break down how targeted drugs and immunotherapy work, who they’re best for, and why they’re becoming a powerful alternative to traditional chemotherapy. You’ll learn: What targeted therapy for cervical cancer is and how it differs from chemotherapyHow targeted drugs attack cancer cells while protecting healthy tissueThe main types of targeted treatments, including monoclonal anti...
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