Health Matters

<p>If it’s a matter of health, Daniel Martin has it covered. He brings together experts to help you make sense of the latest health news.</p> <p>The views and opinions shared during this podcast series are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. or its group of companies.</p>

Health Matters Special: Staying healthy during festive feasting

Daniel Martin learns about the importance of maintaining proper hygiene during festive gatherings, common hygiene practices people may overlook, and foodborne diseases — their transmission patterns and preventive measures individuals can take to avoid illness. He spoke with Lalitha Kurupatham, Director of Food and Vector Borne Division, Communicable Diseases Agency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-25
17:51

How could an AI Spine Surgery help someone who’s almost fully bent over (90°)

Guest: Dr Wayne Yap, Consultant in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tan Tock Seng HospitalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-20
18:09

First-of-its-kind paediatric palliative care pilot launches

Guest: Professor Sng Ban Leong, Cocoon Programme Lead and Head & Senior Consultant of the Department of Women's Anaesthesia, KKH.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-04
19:53

Targeting LP.8.1: the next phase of COVID-19 protection

Guest: Dr Leong Hoe Nam, infectious disease physician, Rophi ClinicSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-27
18:57

Gene Editing to deal with rare, fatal heart disease ~ Singapore global trial

Guest: Asst Prof Lin Weiqin, Clinical Director of the Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy Programme at the National University Heart Centre, Singapore (NUHCS)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-24
22:36

Immunotherapy therapies for cancer

Guest: Dr Hsieh Wen-Son, Medical Oncology, Farrer Park HospitalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-02
19:30

Prostate Cancer - Is surgery always required?

Guest: Dr. Png Keng Siang, Senior Consultant Urologist, Farrer ParkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

09-25
17:59

Meningococcal vaccine for those on pilgrimage

Guest: Dr Shariffa Syahidah Chishty, Family PhysicianSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

09-24
15:20

IMH study on suicide warning signs: what could happen the week before?

Guest: Associate Professor Mythily Subramaniam, Assistant Chairman, Medical Board (Research), Institute of Mental Health, who led the studySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

09-18
18:30

Influenza Prevention, and the Flu Vaccine

Guest: Dr. Andrew Fang, Family Physician and Medical Director at Doctor AnywhereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

09-17
16:50

Polishing, extractions and more ~ why our aging population shouldn't skip out on dental health procedures

Guest: Dr Tan Kian Meng, dental specialist in prosthodontics, Specialist Dental GroupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

09-03
18:11

What you need to know about the Shingles & 'new' Pneumococcal vaccines

Guest: Dr. Loh Jiashen, Infectious Diseases Specialist, Farrer Park Hospital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

09-01
18:56

Cholesterol and Strokes

Guest: Dr Pipin Kojodjojo, Cardiologist and Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Farrer Park HospitalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

08-27
17:02

Cholesterol and Heart Disease

Guest: Dr Matthew Liew, Farrer Park HospitalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

08-20
19:45

Are children more at risk of contracting TB?

Guest: Dr Cheryl Khoong, Associate Consultant, National Tuberculosis Care Centre, Tan Tock Seng HospitalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

08-15
16:36

Heart concerns when you turn SG60

Guest: Dr Yeo Tee Joo, Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation Unit, National University Heart Centre, Singapore (NUHCS).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

08-07
19:23

How Vaping impacts Heart Health

Guest: Dr Jeremy Chow, Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist, Farrer Park HospitalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

07-31
17:02

How to have a 'Healthy Brain': World Brain Day special

Guest: Dr Vincent Ng, Neurosurgeon, Mt Elizabeth Novena & OrchardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

07-28
18:23

How serious are groin injuries or hamstring poles?

Guest: Dr Foo Gen Lin, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Farrer Park MedicalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

07-24
18:23

How to preserve the hip for those who may need Hip Replacement Surgery

Guest: Adjunct Associate Professor Andrew Lim, Head and Senior Consultant, Division of Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, NUH.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

07-21
17:28

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