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.
đ§ Empowering you with knowledge, support, and compassionate careâevery step of the way.
đ Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Episodes
175 episodes
Stage 4 Uterine Cancer: Advanced Treatment Options, Prognosis, and Quality of Life Care
In this episode, we explain stage 4 uterine cancer and how advanced, personalized treatment can help manage the disease, relieve symptoms, and improve quality of life. Learn what it means when uterine cancer spreads beyond the uterus, how itâs ...
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13:41
Stage 3 Uterine Cancer: Treatment Options, Prognosis, and Comprehensive Care
In this episode, we take a closer look at stage 3 uterine cancer and explain how comprehensive, multidisciplinary treatment can help control the disease and improve outcomes. Learn what stage 3 uterine cancer means, how it spreads to nearby tis...
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12:11
Stage 2 Uterine Cancer: Treatment Options, Prognosis, and What to Expect
In this episode, we explain stage 2 uterine cancer and how comprehensive, timely treatment can lead to positive outcomes. Learn what it means when uterine cancer spreads beyond the uterus to the cervix, how itâs staged, and which treatment opti...
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13:33
Understanding Immunotherapy for Colorectal Cancer: Who Is Eligible and How It Works
In this episode, we explain how immunotherapy for colorectal cancer works and who may benefit most from this advanced cancer treatment option. Immunotherapy helps the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells, offering new hope for...
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14:05
Stage 1 Uterine Cancer: Early Diagnosis, Treatment Options, and Prognosis
In this episode, we break down stage 1 uterine cancer and explain why early detection leads to highly successful treatment outcomes. Learn what stage 1 uterine cancer means, how itâs diagnosed, and the most effective treatment options available...
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13:26
Debunking Common Myths About Prostate Cancer: Facts Every Man Should Know
In this episode, we clear up some of the most common myths about prostate cancer and replace them with facts to help men and their families make informed health decisions. Prostate cancer is common, but misunderstandings about symptoms, ...
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12:35
Common Questions to Ask Your Oncologist Before Starting Cancer Treatment
In this episode, we walk through the most important questions to ask your oncologist before starting cancer treatment. Getting clear answers early can help you feel more confident, prepared, and in control of your treatment journey.Youâl...
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17:12
Targeted Therapy for Uterine Cancer: Precision Treatment for Advanced Endometrial Cancer
In this episode, we explore targeted therapy for uterine cancer and how precision-based treatments are changing outcomes for patients with advanced endometrial cancer. Learn how targeted therapies focus on specific cancer cell pathways to slow ...
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15:47
Understanding Cancer Treatment Goals: Cure vs Control vs Palliative Care Explained
In this episode, we break down the three main goals of cancer treatment: cure, control, and palliative care, and explain how each approach guides treatment decisions at different stages of cancer.Youâll learn:What canc...
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17:09
Hormone Therapy for Uterine Cancer: How It Works, Benefits, and What to Expect
In this episode, we explain hormone therapy for uterine cancer and why itâs an effective treatment option for hormone-sensitive and advanced endometrial cancer. Learn how hormonal treatment works, who itâs best suited for, and how it can help c...
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12:46
Chemotherapy for Uterine Cancer: Treatment Benefits, Side Effects, and Recovery
In this episode, we explain how chemotherapy for uterine cancer works and why itâs an important part of treatmentâespecially for advanced or high-risk cases. Learn how chemotherapy helps destroy cancer cells, reduce recurrence, and support reco...
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15:06
Radiation Therapy for Uterine Cancer: Treatment Types, Benefits, and What to Expect
In this episode, we explain how radiation therapy for uterine cancer works and why it plays a key role in treatment and recovery, especially for advanced stages or after surgery. Learn how targeted radiation helps destroy cancer cells, reduce r...
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13:29
Surgery for Uterine Cancer: Treatment Options, Recovery, and What to Expect
In this episode, we break down surgery for uterine cancer and explain why itâs often the primary and most effective treatment option for many women. From early-stage diagnosis to advanced care, learn how surgical treatment is tailored to each p...
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Cost of Lung Cancer Treatment in Malaysia: A Clear Breakdown of Treatment Options and Prices
In this episode, we break down the cost of lung cancer treatment in Malaysia and explain what patients and families can expect when planning care. From chemotherapy to advanced treatments like targeted therapy and immunotherapy, this episode of...
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13:19
Fertility-Preserving Treatment Options for Early Cervical Cancer: What Women Need to Know
In this episode, we break down fertility-preserving treatment options for early cervical cancer and explain how women can treat cancer while still keeping the possibility of having children in the future. Youâll learn how modern, fertility-spar...
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14:03
Treatment Options for Advanced or Metastatic Cervical Cancer: Chemotherapy, Immunotherapy, and Emerging Therapies
Advanced or metastatic cervical cancer requires a personalized treatment approach focused on slowing disease progression and improving quality of life. In this episode, we break down the most effective and up-to-date treatment options available...
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15:39
70% of Cancer Patients Now Survive 5 Years: Breakthroughs in Cancer Survival and Survivorship C
In this episode, we explore a historic global milestone in cancer care: for the first time, 70% of people diagnosed with cancer now survive at least five years. This progress reflects decades of advances in prevention, early detection, and mode...
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1:53
FDA Grants Priority Review to Gedatolisib: What This Breakthrough Means for Breast Cancer Treatment
The FDA has granted priority review to gedatolisib, a first-in-class PI3K/mTOR inhibitor for HR-positive, HER2-negative, PIK3CA wild-type advanced breast cancer. In this episode, we explain why this fast-tracked review is such a major milestone...
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1:47
Pancreatic Cancer Surgery in Malaysia: What to Expect Before, During, and After Treatment
Pancreatic cancer surgery in Malaysia can be a life-changing step for patients, especially when the disease is diagnosed early. In this episode, we walk through the full surgical journey from preparation to recovery so patients and caregivers k...
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15:12
Targeted Therapy for Cervical Cancer: Advanced Treatment Options That Improve Outcomes
Targeted therapy for cervical cancer is changing how advanced and recurrent cases are treated. In this episode, we break down how targeted drugs and immunotherapy work, who theyâre best for, and why theyâre becoming a powerful alternative to tr...
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13:41
Liver Cancer Stages Explained: What Each Stage Means for Treatment and Prognosis
In this episode, we break down the stages of liver cancer and explain what each stage means for patients, treatment options, and overall outlook. Understanding liver cancer staging is a critical step in making informed decisions and knowing wha...
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17:08
Radiation Therapy for Lung Cancer: What to Expect, Treatment Types, and Side Effects
Radiation therapy is a common and effective treatment for lung cancer, often used on its own or alongside surgery, chemotherapy, or targeted therapy. Understanding how it works and what to expect can help patients feel more prepared and confide...
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14:14
Standard Treatments for Uterine Cancer: Surgery, Radiation, Hormone Therapy, and New Options
When facing a uterine cancer diagnosis, understanding your treatment options is an important first step. Treatment plans are not one-size-fits-allâthey depend on the cancer stage, type, and a patientâs overall health.In this episode, we ...
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11:27
Breast Cancer in Young Women: Unique Challenges, Fertility Concerns, and Modern Treatment Options
Breast cancer in young women comes with challenges that go far beyond the diagnosis itself. Women under 40 often face more aggressive cancers, complex treatment decisions, and concerns about fertility, body image, and long-term health.In...
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14:44
Understanding Stage 4 Cervical Cancer: Treatment Options, Supportive Care, and Quality of Life
In this episode, we break down stage 4 cervical cancer, explaining what it means, how it is diagnosed, and how advanced care focuses on treatment, symptom control, and quality of life.What you will learn in this episode:
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