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Food Beliefs vs. Facts: How Malaysian Culture Influences Cancer Diet Choices

Nutrition plays an important role in cancer care, but many people are unsure what information to trust. In this episode, we introduce the dietetic services available at the National Cancer…...

Breast & Endocrine Health: What Public Still Doesn’t Know (Part 1)

Breast and endocrine health are often misunderstood, with many myths and gaps in awareness that can delay early detection and treatment. In this insightful discussion, we bring together leading...

Understanding Ultra-Processed Food

In this episode of Prevention Matters, a series from the Cancer Matters YouTube channel by the National Cancer Society Malaysia, we explore the growing concern around ultra-processed foods and...

Cancer Care and Mental Health: An Introduction

Welcome to Episode 2 of our series on Cancer Care and Mental Health. A cancer diagnosis doesn’t just affect the body; it deeply impacts the mind and soul. In this…...

Journeying Cancer with Psychosocial Support: Celebrating World Cancer Day

Cancer is more than just a physical diagnosis — it impacts the mind, body, and overall well-being of a person and their loved ones. In this insightful podcast by National…...

Special Episode: Food Intake During Festivities, CNY & Ramadhan

The festive season is usually a time of joy, but when you are undergoing cancer treatment, it can feel overwhelming. From managing fatigue to navigating the dinner table, the “most…...

Bridging the Gap in Malaysia’s Lung Cancer Care 

By Zakwan Khidzir, Lung cancer has long carried a grim distinction in Malaysia. It remains the leading cause of cancer-related death among men and the second leading cause among women…...

Beyond the Mouth: Understanding Oral Cancer and HPV

In this episode, Cancer Matters brings together Dr Priyanka Mahendru, Resident Dentist, and Dr Nina Satar, Clinical Oncologist at Pantai Hospital KL, for an eye-opening conversation on oral cancer...

A Fairer Future for Cancer Patients: Rethinking Malaysia’s Health Protection System

Delays in guarantee letters, unexpected insurance denials, and mounting frustrations across the healthcare system are raising urgent questions about how insurance friction is affecting patient care —...

Senyap Tapi Bahaya: Kenali Kanser Nasofarinks

Dalam episod Cancer Matters kali ini, moderator Aleza Nadia Othman berbicara bersama Dr. Nur Fadhlina Abdul Satar, Pakar Onkologi Klinikal dari Hospital Pantai Kuala Lumpur untuk membongkar fakta...