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Health Matters - S1E40: Is the “Asian Flush” linked to Cancer?

The “Asian Flush” is commonly seen among those of Chinese, Korean or Japanese descent, who go red in the face after consuming alcohol. But could it also be a sign of an increased risk for certain cancers? 

Guest: Dr Edward Cheong, General Surgeon, Senior Upper GI Consultant Surgeon, PanAsia Surgery Group. 

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Health Matters - COVID-19: a 59% increase in cases as of May 21

Guest: Dr Loh Jiashen, infectious diseases specialist at Farrer Park Hospital

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Health Matters - Ebola: How soon could this rare strain have global impact?

Guest: Dr Loh Jiashen, infectious diseases specialist at Farrer Park Hospital

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Health Matters - Are we pushing children to be athletes, far too young?

Guest: Dr Zackary Chua, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon from ACME Orthopaedics

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Health Matters - New Korean AI 'brain gym' trial; will it prevent dementia?

Guest: Clinical Associate Professor Tan Ngiap Chuan, Director of Research and Primary Care Research Institute, SingHealth Polyclinics

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Health Matters - The hidden risk behind illegal cosmetic contact lenses

Guest: Dr. Val Phua, Director of Cataract & Refractive Surgery & Comprehensive Ophthalmic Services, Eagle Eye Centre. 

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