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Health Check

The Straits Times
Mental Health
Dementia
Perimenopause
Schizophrenia
Alzheimer's Disease
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Hypertension
Cerebral Small Vessel Disease
Community Mental Health
Grief
Bergen 4-Day Treatment
Hormonal Changes
Health Check
Singapore
Lifestyle Changes
Agoraphobia
Apolipoprotein E4
Cognitive Impairment
Healthcare
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Synopsis: Every month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you.

Podcaster: Joyce Teo

Produced & edited by: Amirul Karim

Executive producers: Ernest Luis & Lynda Hong

A podcast by The Straits Times, SPH Media.

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes158Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

We are living longer, but are we living healthier?

Synopsis: Every month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you.

Singapore is one of the fastest-ageing nations in the world. By 2030, one in four Singaporeans wil... more

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Navigating Singapore’s evolving health insurance landscape.

Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you.

The rules for Integrated Shield Plan (IP) riders changed on Apr 1,... more

Clearing the air on what different types of psychologists do.

Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you.

The Ministry of Health has announced that five key psychological... more

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Resting too much can weaken muscles, worsening joint pain in the long run, says an expert.

Synopsis: Every month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you.

Problems affecting bones, joints, muscles, and tendons are... more

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Recent Guests

Noorhazlina Ali
Senior geriatrician, Assistant Professor
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
Episode: S1E149: Slow ageing with exercise and diet: Geriatrician's tips
Dr Tan Yia Swam
Breast surgeon in private practice; former president of the Singapore Medical Association
Private practice / Singapore Medical Association
Episode: S1E148: Should you buy a health insurance rider, downgrade your old rider or drop it?
Dr Akshar Saxena
Assistant professor of economics at Nanyang Technological University
Nanyang Technological University
Episode: S1E148: Should you buy a health insurance rider, downgrade your old rider or drop it?
Adrian Toh
Clinical psychologist in private practice
Singapore Psychological Society (Council Member)
Episode: S1E147: Is your psychologist actually qualified? How to check in Singapore
Cassandra Neo
Educational psychologist working at a public hospital
Singapore Psychological Society (Council Member)
Episode: S1E147: Is your psychologist actually qualified? How to check in Singapore
Bryan Tan
Assistant Professor and orthopedic surgeon at Woodlands Hospital
NHG Health
Episode: S1E146: Is it safe to exercise with joint pain? An orthopaedic surgeon explains
Dr. Ong Say How
A child and adolescent psychiatrist and the chairperson of creative services in the Youth Committee at SAMH.
Institute of Mental Health
Episode: S1E143: Helping children understand and manage their emotions
Lin Jing
Counsellor at the Insight Centre, Singapore Association for Mental Health
Singapore Association for Mental Health
Episode: S1E141: Grieving matters: How to cope with the loss of a loved one
Dr. Mya Thway Tint
Principal scientist at A-STAR Institute for Human Development and Potential
A-STAR Institute for Human Development and Potential
Episode: S1E140: Health risks in young 'healthy-weight' women

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Joyce Teo
Host of Health Check

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S1E149: Slow ageing with exercise and diet: Geriatrician's tips
Q: So let's dive straight in, are we living healthier as we are living longer in Singapore?
Yes, there are encouraging trends like more exercise and less smoking, but chronic diseases remain common, so the focus is on how to maintain health during the extended years.
S1E146: Is it safe to exercise with joint pain? An orthopaedic surgeon explains
Q: When is the right time to take action against musculoskeletal pain?
The right time is now, regardless of age, to start with preventive measures and proper exercise habits.
S1E146: Is it safe to exercise with joint pain? An orthopaedic surgeon explains
Q: Is that only for older people or for everybody?
It's for everybody; both young and old should engage in proper exercise to maintain their musculoskeletal health.
S1E146: Is it safe to exercise with joint pain? An orthopaedic surgeon explains
Q: So why should people be paying more attention to musculoskeletal problems?
They often fly under the radar despite being leading causes of disability, leading to years of pain and disability, and misconceptions about aging contribute to this oversight.
S1E141: Grieving matters: How to cope with the loss of a loved one
Q: What should family and friends do to support someone going through grief?
It's important to listen without making assumptions or jumping into problem-solving. Encourage them to express their grief without judgment.

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The show centers on accessible, evidence-based health topics spanning clinical medicine, mental health, aging, and caregiving. Across recent episodes, listeners encounter practical, clinician-grounded discussions—from aging well, musculoskeletal health, and perimenopause to navigating health insurance reforms and understanding mental health treatment options. The format blends expert insights with real-world anecdotes and actionable tips, often highlighting how families, patients, and caregivers can navigate complex systems, make informed decisions, and adopt healthier daily habits. A notable strength is the breadth of guests, including doctors, psychologists, researchers, and caregivers, which creates a well-rounded view of health challeng... more

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