The Onco Life Podcast
Welcome to The Onco Life Podcast, your trusted source for cancer care insights, treatment updates, and patient-centered education. Hosted by the team at Onco Life Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, this podcast is designed to guide patients, caregivers, and listeners through every stage of the cancer journey.
Each episode features expert advice from our oncologists, wellness tips, treatment innovations, and answers to the most common questions about cancer types, therapies, and recovery.
🎧 Empowering you with knowledge, support, and compassionate care—every step of the way.
📍 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
🌐 Learn more at oncolifecentre.com
Episodes
243 episodes
Nasopharyngeal Cancer Survival Rates and Outlook by Stage
This episode looks at what the numbers really mean when it comes to nasopharyngeal cancer survival, and what shapes outlook beyond stage alone.You'll learn:- How large population databases like SEER calculate a 5-year relative survi...
Adenocarcinoma vs Squamous NSCLC: How the Subtypes Differ
This episode breaks down two of the most common non-small cell lung cancer subtypes, adenocarcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, and explains why getting the subtype right shapes the entire treatment plan.You'll learn:- Why adenocar...
Pancreatic Cancer Radiation Therapy Gets New Guidelines
This episode looks at ASTRO's 2026 update to its pancreatic cancer radiation guideline, the American Society for Radiation Oncology's first revision since 2019. We break down what changed, what the evidence shows, and what still needs to be pro...
Uterine Cancer Treatment Planning: How Doctors Choose the Right Treatment
Choosing the right uterine cancer treatment plan depends on the cancer’s stage, type, genetic features, and the patient’s overall health. This episode explains how specialists evaluate uterine cancer and create a personalized treatment plan usi...
Recurrent Uterine Cancer: Treatment Options, Prognosis, and What to Expect
When uterine cancer returns after treatment, the next steps depend on where the cancer has come back, its type, and your overall health. This episode explains the main treatment options for recurrent uterine cancer and what patients can expect ...
Robotic Surgery for Uterine Cancer: Benefits, Recovery, and Treatment Considerations
Robotic surgery is a minimally invasive option for treating certain uterine cancers, including endometrial cancer. This episode explains how robotic surgery works, its potential benefits, and the factors patients should consider when discussing...
Multidisciplinary Cervical Cancer Care: How a Team of Specialists Improves Treatment
Cervical cancer care often requires expertise from several medical specialties working together. This episode explains the role of a multidisciplinary team in cervical cancer care and how coordinated treatment can support better decisions, outc...
Precision Medicine and Molecular Testing in Oncology: How Personalized Cancer Treatment Works
Precision medicine and molecular testing have changed how specialists diagnose and treat cancer. This episode explains how genetic information, targeted therapies, and liquid biopsies help create personalized cancer treatment plans....
Why Malaysia Is Becoming a Regional Hub for Oncology Treatment
Malaysia is emerging as a leading destination for cancer treatment in Asia, offering advanced healthcare facilities, experienced specialists, and affordable care options. This episode explores why patients from across the region are choosing Ma...
Stage 3 Liver Cancer: Prognosis, Survival, and Treatment Options
Stage 3 liver cancer is an advanced disease that may involve large tumors or nearby blood vessels. This episode explains the prognosis, treatment choices, and factors that can affect survival and quality of life.What stage 3 liver c...
Hormone Therapy for Prostate Cancer: How It Works, Treatment Options, and Side Effects
Hormone therapy for prostate cancer lowers testosterone levels or blocks the hormone from reaching cancer cells. This episode explains how treatment works, when it is recommended, and how specialists manage common side effects.How t...
Diet After Colorectal Cancer Treatment: Foods for Recovery, Healing, and Digestive Health
A healthy diet after colorectal cancer treatment can support healing, rebuild strength, and help manage digestive side effects. This episode explains which foods to eat, what to limit, and how to gradually return to a balanced diet during recov...
Causes and Risk Factors of Lung Cancer: Smoking, Radon, Genetics, and Prevention
Lung cancer is often linked to smoking, but tobacco is not the only risk factor. This episode explores the leading causes and risk factors of lung cancer, including radon, secondhand smoke, genetics, air pollution, and workplace exposure.
New FDA Cancer Treatment Approvals 2026: Questions Every Cancer Patient Should Ask
In this episode, we break down the latest FDA cancer treatment approvals from Q2 2026 and explain what they could mean for patients navigating cancer care.You’ll learn:Which new FDA-approved cancer treatments were introduced ...
Advanced Head and Neck Cancer Treatment: New Trial Shows Promising Results
A new clinical trial is bringing hope to patients with advanced head and neck cancer who have limited treatment options after standard therapies stop working. In this episode, we break down the latest research on a new targeted antibody injecti...
Onco Life Centre Achieves ACHSI Accreditation: A New Standard for Cancer Care in Malaysia
In this episode, we discuss a major milestone in Malaysian healthcare as Onco Life Centre becomes the first non-hospital-based oncology provider in Malaysia to earn ACHSI accreditation. This internationally recognized achievement highlights the...
AI Can Detect Breast Cancer Up to 6 Years Before Diagnosis: What This Breakthrough Means for Early Detection
In this episode, we explore groundbreaking new research showing how artificial intelligence may help detect breast cancer years before a traditional diagnosis. A large Swedish study found that AI systems could identify subtle signs of breast ca...
Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer: Who Should Get Tested and Why It Matters
In this episode, we explain how genetic testing can help identify inherited breast cancer risk and why it may be an important step for individuals and families with a history of cancer.You’ll learn:• What genetic testing is and ho...
Preventing Lung Cancer and Reducing Risk: Simple Steps to Protect Your Lung Health
In this episode, we explore practical ways to reduce lung cancer risk and improve long-term lung health through healthy lifestyle choices, early detection, and awareness of common risk factors.You’ll learn:• What increases the ris...
Targeted Therapy Drugs for Liver Cancer: A Complete Guide to Modern Treatment Options
In this episode, we explore how targeted therapy drugs are changing the way liver cancer is treated, offering more precise treatment options for patients with advanced disease.You’ll learn:• What targeted therapy is and how it wor...
Colon Polyps and Colorectal Cancer Risk: What You Need to Know About Prevention and Early Detection
In this episode, we explain the connection between colon polyps and colorectal cancer risk, helping you understand how early detection and screening can prevent serious health problems.You’ll learn:• What colon polyps are and why ...
Understanding the Gleason Score in Prostate Cancer Diagnosis: What Patients Need to Know
In this episode, we break down the Gleason score and explain why it plays such an important role in prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment planning.You’ll learn:• What the Gleason score is and how it measures prostate cancer seve...
The Link Between Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) and Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma: Risks, Symptoms, and Treatment
In this episode, we explore the connection between the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC), a type of head and neck cancer that is especially common in Malaysia, Southern China, Hong Kong, and other parts of Southeast As...
Support Services Available for Cervical Cancer Patients in Malaysia: Resources, Care, and Financial Assistance
In this episode, we explore the support services available for cervical cancer patients in Malaysia and how women can access the resources they need throughout their cancer journey. From government screening programs and financial assistance to...
Endometrial Cancer vs Uterine Sarcoma: Understanding the Differences in Treatment Description:
In this episode, we explain the key differences in treatment for endometrial cancer vs uterine sarcoma. While both cancers affect the uterus, they develop in different tissues and often require different treatment approaches. Learn how speciali...