Is anyone too young for cancer? Lens on Singapore (Ep 8)

Pratibha Rai was just 27 years old when she was diagnosed with lymphoma. She never imagined this would happen to her. Why are more younger people getting cancer in Singapore and around the world?

We hear from oncologist Dr Eileen Poon and cancer survivor Pratibha Rai about the challenges and triumphs in fighting cancer together. Plus, DBS’ head of financial planning literacy Lorna Tan explains what’s the best way to financially prepare for a major illness like cancer.

Synopsis: A monthly podcast series from The Business Times on current affairs, societal issues and government policies explored through the lens of how it impacts us in Singapore and in the region.

Highlights of the conversation:

02:28 A shocking diagnosis

05:38 Factors contributing to rising early onset cancer

10:41 Fertility preservation

13:01 Financial toxicity and insurance

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Hosted by: Claressa Monteiro (claremb@sph.com.sg)

With Dr Eileen Poon, oncologist at the National Cancer Centre Singapore; Pratibha Rai, a young cancer survivor; and Lorna Tan, head of financial planning literacy at DBS.

Edited by: Claressa Monteiro & Emily Liu

Produced by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media

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