Cancers in Men & Women Archives - George Lee.my http://www.georgelee.my Tracing the past, laying the future bare Fri, 22 May 2026 07:35:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 What Men Should Know About Testicular Cancer http://www.georgelee.my/2026/05/what-men-should-know-about-testicular-cancer/ Fri, 15 May 2026 06:15:00 +0000 http://www.georgelee.my/?p=4317 It strikes young and it’s highly curable. But only if it’s detected early. We’re talking about testicular cancer, which is most often diagnosed among younger men. On the show, we break past the taboo and embarrassment with consultant urologist Dr George Lee to talk about what’s normal (and not) when it comes to the testes, […]

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]]> It strikes young and it’s highly curable. But only if it’s detected early. We’re talking about testicular cancer, which is most often diagnosed among younger men. On the show, we break past the taboo and embarrassment with consultant urologist Dr George Lee to talk about what’s normal (and not) when it comes to the testes, and how just a few minutes can help you pick it up early.

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Presenter: Lim Sue Ann

Producer: Lim Sue Ann

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]]> MAKNA: A Founder’s Legacy http://www.georgelee.my/2026/02/makna-a-founders-legacy/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 06:52:00 +0000 http://www.georgelee.my/?p=4242 Datuk Mohd Farid Ariffin, the founder of Majlis Kanser Nasional (MAKNA), passed away on 14 January 2026, leaving a legacy of tireless advocacy and unwavering commitment to improving the lives of cancer patients across Malaysia. In conjunction with World Cancer Day, we look at how MAKNA has brought meaning to the lives of cancer survivors […]

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]]> Datuk Mohd Farid Ariffin, the founder of Majlis Kanser Nasional (MAKNA), passed away on 14 January 2026, leaving a legacy of tireless advocacy and unwavering commitment to improving the lives of cancer patients across Malaysia. In conjunction with World Cancer Day, we look at how MAKNA has brought meaning to the lives of cancer survivors and their families.

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]]> If You Have Breast Cancer, NORA Is Here To Help http://www.georgelee.my/2025/12/if-you-have-breast-cancer-nora-is-here-to-help/ Fri, 12 Dec 2025 02:03:00 +0000 http://www.georgelee.my/?p=4207 A woman with breast cancer needs more than just clinical therapy in order to manage her cancer. We look at Cancer Research Malaysia’s patient navigation programme, which helps women overcome barriers in their treatment journey, to be able to complete treatment and improve their chances of recovery. We also hear how the NORA (Navigation, Outreach […]

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]]> A woman with breast cancer needs more than just clinical therapy in order to manage her cancer. We look at Cancer Research Malaysia’s patient navigation programme, which helps women overcome barriers in their treatment journey, to be able to complete treatment and improve their chances of recovery. We also hear how the NORA (Navigation, Outreach & Resource Access) programme is being expanded across public hospitals in Malaysia.

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]]> Prostate Cancer in the Age of Nuclear Medicine http://www.georgelee.my/2025/11/prostate-cancer-in-the-age-of-nuclear-medicine/ Fri, 14 Nov 2025 02:18:00 +0000 http://www.georgelee.my/?p=4180 With advanced imaging and targeted therapies, doctors can now “see what they treat, and treat what they see”. We explore how nuclear medicine is delivering on this promise for prostate cancer – from improving diagnosis to therapy options – and what are the challenges that patients face in accessing nuclear medicine therapy.

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]]> With advanced imaging and targeted therapies, doctors can now “see what they treat, and treat what they see”. We explore how nuclear medicine is delivering on this promise for prostate cancer – from improving diagnosis to therapy options – and what are the challenges that patients face in accessing nuclear medicine therapy.

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]]> We Have Better Treatment For Lung Cancer, But Is It Accessible? http://www.georgelee.my/2025/08/we-have-better-treatment-for-lung-cancer-but-is-it-accessible/ Fri, 01 Aug 2025 06:57:00 +0000 http://www.georgelee.my/?p=4093 Lung cancer is still one of the most common cancers in Malaysia and most of our lung cancer patients are still diagnosed in the late stages. In conjunction with World Lung Cancer Day, observed annually on 1st August, we explore how far we’ve come in treating lung cancer and, more importantly, how accessible these treatments […]

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]]> Lung cancer is still one of the most common cancers in Malaysia and most of our lung cancer patients are still diagnosed in the late stages. In conjunction with World Lung Cancer Day, observed annually on 1st August, we explore how far we’ve come in treating lung cancer and, more importantly, how accessible these treatments are for lung cancer patients in Malaysia. Consultant urologist Dr George Lee is joined by consultant respiratory physician Emeritus Professor Dr Liam Chong Kin to find out more.

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Presenter: Tee Shiao Eek

Producer: Lim Sue Ann

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]]> Will This Test Tell Me If I Have Cancer? http://www.georgelee.my/2025/06/will-this-test-tell-me-if-i-have-cancer/ Fri, 13 Jun 2025 07:28:00 +0000 http://www.georgelee.my/?p=4041 You’ve probably heard time and time again that it’s important to pick up cancers early, because it means your odds of surviving and living a good quality of life improves. But is there a one-size-fits-all test for all cancers? From physical exams to blood tests, imaging to biopsies, consultant urologist Dr George Lee is joined […]

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]]> You’ve probably heard time and time again that it’s important to pick up cancers early, because it means your odds of surviving and living a good quality of life improves. But is there a one-size-fits-all test for all cancers? From physical exams to blood tests, imaging to biopsies, consultant urologist Dr George Lee is joined by consultant clinical oncologist Dr Nisha Shariff to dive into what these different tests do and when you should get screened.

Presenter: Lim Sue Ann

Producer: Lim Sue Ann

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]]> What Does An Advanced Prostate Cancer Diagnosis Mean? http://www.georgelee.my/2025/05/what-does-an-advanced-prostate-cancer-diagnosis-mean/ Fri, 23 May 2025 07:33:00 +0000 http://www.georgelee.my/?p=4024 Former US President Joe Biden has just been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer that has spread to the bones. We get consultant urologist Dr George Lee to talk about how prostate cancer – typically believed to be a slow-growing cancer – can turn aggressive, and what treatment options can be offered to patients. Image Credit: […]

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]]> Former US President Joe Biden has just been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer that has spread to the bones. We get consultant urologist Dr George Lee to talk about how prostate cancer – typically believed to be a slow-growing cancer – can turn aggressive, and what treatment options can be offered to patients.


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Producer: Lim Sue Ann

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]]> Diet & Recovery After Colorectal Cancer http://www.georgelee.my/2025/03/diet-recovery-after-colorectal-cancer/ Fri, 21 Mar 2025 02:11:00 +0000 http://www.georgelee.my/?p=3976 Colorectal cancer is the second most common cancer among Malaysians, but it’s often difficult and embarrassing to talk about even after treatment, especially if you need a stoma bag. We explore what that recovery process looks like and how diet matters throughout, with consultant colorectal surgeon Dr Ruben Xavier, and dietitian Rozanna Rosly. Image Credit: […]

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]]> Colorectal cancer is the second most common cancer among Malaysians, but it’s often difficult and embarrassing to talk about even after treatment, especially if you need a stoma bag. We explore what that recovery process looks like and how diet matters throughout, with consultant colorectal surgeon Dr Ruben Xavier, and dietitian Rozanna Rosly.


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]]> Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer http://www.georgelee.my/2024/11/genetic-testing-for-breast-cancer/ http://www.georgelee.my/2024/11/genetic-testing-for-breast-cancer/#respond Fri, 01 Nov 2024 04:51:00 +0000 http://www.georgelee.my/?p=3860 What does genetic testing have to do with breast cancer? What can a genetic test tell you, and does every woman need it in order to know her risk of developing breast cancer? We unpack these questions with Yoon Sook Yee, Head of Genetic Counselling, and Dr Low Ley Hian, Head of Business Development, from […]

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]]> What does genetic testing have to do with breast cancer? What can a genetic test tell you, and does every woman need it in order to know her risk of developing breast cancer? We unpack these questions with Yoon Sook Yee, Head of Genetic Counselling, and Dr Low Ley Hian, Head of Business Development, from Cancer Research Malaysia’s newly-established genetic testing services, GENETIX.

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Presented by: Tee Shiao Eek

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]]> http://www.georgelee.my/2024/11/genetic-testing-for-breast-cancer/feed/ 0 Are There Carcinogens In Our Makeup? http://www.georgelee.my/2024/07/are-there-carcinogens-in-our-makeup/ http://www.georgelee.my/2024/07/are-there-carcinogens-in-our-makeup/#respond Fri, 12 Jul 2024 02:19:00 +0000 http://www.georgelee.my/?p=3775 Are our beauty products harbouring carcinogens? Public concerns about asbestos in talcum powder increased when a multitude of lawsuits were filed against Johnson & Johnson for their baby powder products. Other leading cosmetic companies have also been implicated in these health concerns, with cancers like mesothelioma and ovarian cancer being linked to cosmetic talc. Prof […]

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]]> Are our beauty products harbouring carcinogens? Public concerns about asbestos in talcum powder increased when a multitude of lawsuits were filed against Johnson & Johnson for their baby powder products. Other leading cosmetic companies have also been implicated in these health concerns, with cancers like mesothelioma and ovarian cancer being linked to cosmetic talc. Prof Dr Cheong Sok Ching, Chief Scientific Officer of Cancer Research Malaysia, joins us to discuss the risk of exposure to asbestos in beauty and personal care products, and what this means for consumers. 

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