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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.

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Val Phua
Director of Cataract and Refractive Surgery and Comprehensive Ophthalmic Services
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Dr Teo Ke Jia
Senior Consultant, Precision Neurosurgery Singapore
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Episode: When the ground shifts: the silent link between balance and brain health
Pipin Kojodjojo
Cardiologist, Electrophysiologist
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Episode: Cardiologist tells us if you can trust a heart reading off your smartwatch
Lo Chia Shenzhen
Infectious Disease Specialist
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Episode: Cardiologist tells us if you can trust a heart reading off your smartwatch
Pippin Kojojojo
Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist
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Karen Nadua
Consultant, Infectious Disease Service
KK Women's and Children's Hospital, Singapore
Episode: Awareness of Respiratory Syncytial Virus

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Ebola: How soon could this rare strain have global impact?
Q: Is this Ebola strain simply a re-emergence of familiar outbreaks, or is it fundamentally different in its potential to spread?
The expert explains that while Ebola has had multiple outbreaks, the current strain appears to be spreading faster with a broader geographic reach, which is why global health authorities are emphasizing vigilance, surveillance, and travel-related precautions.
Awareness of Respiratory Syncytial Virus
Q: What are the high-risk groups for severe RSV, and how should caregivers respond when their child fits that profile?
High-risk groups include very young infants, especially those born premature, and children with significant underlying health conditions or congenital heart disease. Caregivers should be extra vigilant for warning signs, seek medical evaluation promptly, and avoid letting symptoms escalate before getting professional input, as early assessment can be crucial for timely management.
Awareness of Respiratory Syncytial Virus
Q: Dr. Nadua, can you describe how RSV typically presents in young children and how parents should differentiate it from a common cold?
RSV often starts like a cold with runny nose and congestion, but in a subset of infants the illness progresses to involve the lower airways, leading to a cough, wheeze, and breathing difficulties, sometimes requiring hospital care. Parents should watch for fast breathing, tugging of the tummy with breaths, reduced feeding, and lethargy, and seek medical advice early if these signs appear, especially in very young or premature infants.
Cardiologist tells us if you can trust a heart reading off your smartwatch
Q: How should listeners treat regular alerts from wearables about heart rhythm?
Listeners should take repeated or consistent notifications seriously, especially if they occur at the same time and are accompanied by symptoms like sweating, dizziness, or breathlessness, and should consider recording an ECG to verify the rhythm before consulting a clinician.
A (NEW) Mother's Day Special ~ Breastfeeding 101
Q: How long should a typical feeding session last?
A good feeding session usually lasts about 30 to 45 minutes, depending on the baby's cues and the mother's comfort and recovery stage.

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