Health Matters
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- 100
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- Último episódio
- 10 nov 2026
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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.
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.
Episódios 100
What will the Vision Academy offer
Guest: Cheryl Yeo, Head of Rehabilitation Services, Singapore Association Of The Visually Handicapped (SAVH)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Who should consider Genetic Testing for Breast or Ovarian Cancer?
Guest: Dr Saumya Jamuar, Director of the Centre for Precision Health & Paediatrics, and Program Director, Precision Medicine Hub, Mount Elizabeth Hospital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Actress Christina Applegate MS Misdiagnosis, and why MS is often misdiagnosed in 15-20% of all cases
Guest: Dr Sarah Hasnor Abu Hassan, Consultant, Department of Neurology, National Neuroscience InstituteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is Bangkok, ‘Asia’s Turkey’? Singaporeans travelling for Hair Transplantation.
Guest: Dr Harold Ma, Medical Director, Freia Medical. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ebola; more than 5000 dead in this ongoing outbreak in the Congo. Is it out of control?
Guest: Professor Lim Poh Lian, Group Director of Communicable Diseases Programmes, Communicable Diseases Agency. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What is Psychological First Aid, and why are youths potential important administrators of it during an emergency?
Guest: Dr Diong Siew Maan, Director of Psychological Research at MHA's Home Team Psychology DivisionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Haze, Eczema and JAK Inhibitors
Guest: Dr Tan Siew Kiang, Consultant Dermatologist, The Dermatology Practice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hearing Loss Pt.2/2 - Hearing Aids bring Next-Gen Sound
An audiologist reveals how modern hearing aids became sleek tech powerhouses, plus what to expect during the initial adjustment period when everything suddenly sounds louder. On Health Matters, Daniel Martin …
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An audiologist reveals how modern hearing aids became sleek tech powerhouses, plus what to expect during the initial adjustment period when everything suddenly sounds louder. On Health Matters, Daniel Martin spoke to Mandy Mak, Audiologist at Hearing Partners Singapore.
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How goes the War on Diabetes? Diabetes Singapore speaks on their on-the-ground work
Guest: Priscilla Gan, Executive Director, Diabetes SG.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
You’ve been prescribed an inhaler for the first time, during Haze. Are you now an Asthmatic?
You’ve never needed an inhaler. You don’t have asthma or normally experience breathing difficulties. But during this hazy period, after seeing a doctor for breathing difficulties and throat irritation, you’re …
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You’ve never needed an inhaler. You don’t have asthma or normally experience breathing difficulties. But during this hazy period, after seeing a doctor for breathing difficulties and throat irritation, you’re prescribed one – probably the blue inhaler. Why? Does this mean you’re asthmatic? Daniel Martin spoke to Dr Alvin Ng, Respiratory Physician and Intensivist at O2 Lung Centre, to find out.
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#HazeHealth: A psychiatrist’s advice on coping with anxious and uncertain feelings or ‘Haze Anxiety’
It’s more than your throat, eyes or heart health. Coping with the anxiety of worsening haze conditions brings anxious feelings for many. This includes a fear of health implications, uncertainty with unplanned …
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It’s more than your throat, eyes or heart health. Coping with the anxiety of worsening haze conditions brings anxious feelings for many. This includes a fear of health implications, uncertainty with unplanned cancellations and changes (eg: to School’s & Exams) and finally just the physical nature of the discomfort like physical side-effects and the seclusion this period brings. Daniel Martin spoke to Dr Jared Ng, Psychiatrist & Medical Director, Connections MindHealth.
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How healthcare regulation changes can benefit the patient and society
Guest: Associate Professor Chan Cheng Leng, Group Director, Health Products Regulation Group, Health Sciences Authority (HSA) SingaporeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hearing Loss Pt.1/2 - Recognising what it 'sounds like'
An audiologist explains how it’s not just about volume… age-related hearing loss can also result in the patient not being able to “understand” what is being said.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Making healthcare more accessible for Persons with Disabilities — Understanding Singapore's upcoming 'Health Communication Passport' for PWD's
How will an upcoming ‘Health Communication Passport’ for PWD’s can improve health outcomes, and normalise clinic-visit experiences? Health Matters welcomed Minister of State, Ministry of Digital Development and …
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How will an upcoming ‘Health Communication Passport’ for PWD’s can improve health outcomes, and normalise clinic-visit experiences? Health Matters welcomed Minister of State, Ministry of Digital Development and Information & Ministry of Health, Ms Rahayu Mahzam.
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Haze’s Impact on year-end exams; how Parents can’ pass on the Strength and not the Stress
Guest: Dr Geraldine Tan, Director and Principal Psychologist of The Therapy Room.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A respiratory physician’s advice, when air quality levels hit Unhealthy
Guest: Dr Steve Yang, Consultant Respiratory Physician, The Respiratory Practice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New Healthy Longevity Institute tackles quality of life as you age
Guest: Prof Lim Wee Shiong, Co-Director of the Healthy Longevity Institute (HELI) and Senior Consultant and Director, Institute of Geriatrics and Active Ageing, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, NHG Health. See …
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Guest: Prof Lim Wee Shiong, Co-Director of the Healthy Longevity Institute (HELI) and Senior Consultant and Director, Institute of Geriatrics and Active Ageing, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, NHG Health.
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Haze & your Skin: Should you stop Exfoliating?
Guest: Dr Angeline Yong, Dermatologist & Medical Director, Angeline Yong Dermatology.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Robotic Colorectal Surgery
Guest: Dr Calvin Ong, Senior Consultant General Surgeon at Farrer Park Hospital See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Exercising or high intensity activity in haze raises heart attack/stroke risk
Guest: Adjunct Associate Professor Raymond Wong, Head of Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore (NUHCS)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Caffeine-Overboard: Are youth treating ‘energy drinks’ as soft drinks and mixers?
Guest: Jaclyn Reutens, Clinical and Sports Dietitian at Aptima Nutrition, and an accredited Dietitian with the Singapore Nutrition and Dietetics Association (SNDA). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Robotic Urologic Surgery ~ Is the Robot Better than the Surgeon?
Guest: Dr Png Keng Siang, Senior Consultant Urologist, Farrer Park HospitalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sleep Special (2/2): Do you need less Sleep as you Age?
Guest: Dr Jared Ng, Medical Director, Psychiatrist, Connections Mind HealthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How missing teeth affect what older adults can eat, and how long they remain independent?
Guest: Dr Ho Kok Sen, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Specialist Dental GroupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#HazeHealth: Why are my eyes teary and itchy?
Guest: Professor Louis Tong, Senior Consultant, Corneal & External Eye Disease Dept, SNECSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sleep Special (1/2): Real, Healthy Sleep is more than just 6-7hrs in bed
Guest: Dr David Teo, Deputy Medical Director, PsychiatristSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Faecal Incontinence
Guest: Clinical Assistant Professor Cherylin Fu, Senior Consultant, Colorectal Surgery & Director, Pelvic Floor Disorders Service, SGHSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Everything you need to know about the influenza vaccine
Guest: Dr Leong Hoe Nam, Infectious Disease Physician, Rophi Clinic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dolly Parton’s Cancer Journey
Guest: Dr Wong Seng Weng, Medical Director & Consultant, Specialist in Medical Oncology, The Cancer Centre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Can you tell if formaldehyde is coating your fruits & veggies?
Guest: Dr Kalpana Bhaskaran, Deputy Director and Head of Glycemic Index Research Unit at Temasek PolytechnicSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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