Buddies For Life

Psycho-oncology research and information is providing much-needed knowledge about the emotional and mental challenges of having cancer. Sandra Bollen-Hughes tells us more.

This episode is brought to you by Astellas Oncology with the purpose of raising awareness and education on prostate cancer. Statements of fact and opinions expressed are those of the contributor and are not the opinion or position of Astellas. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

It's never easy to be the bearer of bad news; with that, Dr Gloaria Tshimbidi offers guidance on how to explain diseases to children.

Dr Gloria Tshimbidi is an aspiring breast surgeon training at the University of the Witwatersrand and served as a community service medical officer at Helen Joseph Breast Care Clinic. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Jennifer Dunn educates us on the self-management technique of dry brushing that can be used as part of your daily lymphoedema management routine.

Jennifer Dunn is an occupational and lymphoedema therapist who has certification in cancer rehabilitation. Her practice, based in Cape Town, focuses on adult physical rehabilitation, especially in the field of oncology. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Dr Peter Schoub outlines breast cancer in men and explains that male breast screening includes mammograms.

Dr Peter Schoub is a radiologist at Parklane Women's Imaging Centre. He obtained the European Diploma of Breast Imaging in 2018 and is an honorary lecturer in the Department of Radiology at the University of the Witwatersrand. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Despite only a few published studies that have specifically evaluated the differences in side effects of hormone therapy between men and women, Dr Sylvia Rodrigues highlights the most common side effects affecting men.

Dr Sylvia Rodrigues is a clinical oncologist who works in Alberton. She participates in weekly oncology multi-disciplinary meetings and is a member of the Alberton breast cancer multi-disciplinary team. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Dr Langa Mbhele tells us how his breast cancer was caught early due to his wife pushing him to see a doctor, and how he felt to be the patient. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Prof Carol-Ann Benn likens unseen and hard-to-detect breast cancers to a good murder mystery story, where the baddie is finally revealed.

Prof Carol-Ann Benn heads up an internationally accredited, multi-disciplinary breast cancer centre at Netcare Milpark Hospital. She lectures at Wits University and, in 2002, established the Breast Health Foundation. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Dr Phumudzo Ndwambi demystifies phyllodes tumours.

Dr Phumudzo Ndwambi is a general surgeon with a special interest in breast surgery and expertise in oncoplastic procedures. She obtained her MBChB (UCT), FCS (SA), and MMed (Wits) as well as gained experience from the Western General Hospital in Edinburgh through the Royal College of Surgeons. She works at the Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital as well as Busamed Modderfontein Private Hospital. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Yoliswa Mahlinza, a young mother of two, tells us her journey of being diagnosed with a benign phyllodes tumour. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Berna Harmse explains malnutrition in the context of cancer care and how to avoid it.

Berna Harmse is a private practicing dietician. She holds a Masters of Science in Dietetics and has a special interest in oncology nutrition. Berna is also an external lecturer at Stellenbosch University Division of Human Nutrition. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn