Problems: Tuberculosis (TB) What are the symptoms of TB and why is TB making a dramatic comeback? (Illustrated with muscial excerpts from Polish composer Frederick Chopin, who died of TB in 1849, and the death of Mimi from the last act of Puccini's opera La Bohmeme.)
Problems: Lung Cancer Lung cancer is caused by smoking, and it is one of the commonest forms of cancer. The incidence of lung cancer could be easily reduced, by encouraging people to give up smoking. However, in many parts of the world there is a general reluctance to view smoking as a health hazard. Listen here to find out about the symptoms of lung caner and health campaigns in Asia to tackle its cause.
