Buddies For Life

Prof Carol-Ann Benn takes us into the wizarding world of immunotherapy spells and the wonder of these cancer-fighting drugs.

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.

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Lee-ann Goliath speaks openly about how she was in complete denial when diagnosed with breast cancer and how finally facing the truth of her emotional pain, she can now help others.

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Dr Lucienne Van Schalkwyk educates us on the signs and symptoms of Paget’s disease of the nipple and the treatment thereof.

Dr Lucienne van Schalkwyk is a general surgeon with a special interest in breast surgery. Her practice manages the entire spectrum of benign and malignant breast disease, and her specific interests include breast-conserving surgery and oncoplastic surgical techniques.

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Penny Naidoo was diagnosed with Paget’s disease of the nipple, a form of breast cancer. She tells us more about this journey and how she believes red devil saved her life.

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What motivates a breast cancer survivor to write a memoir? We chat to Gail Gilbride Bohle and Dr Frances le Roux to find out where their inspiration came from and how writing helped them in their breast cancer journey.

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Survivorship with Gabriella Kourie.

Gabriella Kourie shares several ways to adjust your social life and relationships during active cancer treatment.

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Accord Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing generic pharmaceutical companies with a direct presence in all major markets, Americas, the EU, Asia, and Africa. Accord Healthcare is an Oncology leader with a 30% global volume share of major chemotherapy molecules. The cornerstone of Accord’s offering to the South African market is exceptional quality, affordability and service to healthcare professionals and their patients.

Gabriella Kourie is a qualified occupational therapist. She further trained and qualified as a PORi oncology and breast cancer rehabilitation therapist and is currently qualifying in Lymphoedema Assessment and Treatment. Read more on Buddies for Life

Complementary therapy with Fiona Hardie.

Fiona Hardie expands on why good posture makes for an efficiently functioning body and how this helps during illness.

This episode is brought to you by Accord Healthcare in the interest of education, awareness, and support. The content and opinions expressed are entirely those of the healthcare professional and not influenced by Accord Healthcare in any way.

Accord Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing generic pharmaceutical companies with a direct presence in all major markets, Americas, the EU, Asia, and Africa. Accord Healthcare is an Oncology leader with a 30% global volume share of major chemotherapy molecules. The cornerstone of Accord’s offering to the South African market is exceptional quality, affordability and service to healthcare professionals and their patients.

Fiona Hardie, based in the Western Cape, is a Pilates instructor and reflexologist and has experience in Bowen therapy and ear acupuncture. She is currently doing a breathwork course through Breathwork Africa. Read more on Buddies for Life · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

On the Chemo Couch with Nadia Booysen.

37-year-old Nadio Booysen speaks candidly about the unbearable weight of comparing cancer journeys and how she came to walk her own. Read more on Buddies for Life

Keep fit with Mia Steyn.

We learn more about Nia, an internationally acclaimed cardiovascular mind-body movement, that has recently been awarded the CANSA Smart Choice Seal in the physical activity category.

This episode is brought to you by Accord Healthcare in the interest of education, awareness, and support. The content and opinions expressed are entirely those of the healthcare professional and not influenced by Accord Healthcare in any way.

Accord Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing generic pharmaceutical companies with a direct presence in all major markets, Americas, the EU, Asia, and Africa. Accord Healthcare is an Oncology leader with a 30% global volume share of major chemotherapy molecules. The cornerstone of Accord’s offering to the South African market is exceptional quality, affordability and service to healthcare professionals and their patients.

Mia Steyn is a 2nd degree Black Belt Nia teacher and one of two Nia Art of Sensation trainers in South Africa. She has been teaching for 13 years in the Western Cape, offering online and in-person classes, workshops, and retreats. Read more on Buddies for Life · Find online and in-person Nia classes near you · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Eat well with Berna Harmse.

Berna Harmse, a dietitian, explains why fibre is essential to include in your diet.

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Accord Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing generic pharmaceutical companies with a direct presence in all major markets, Americas, the EU, Asia, and Africa. Accord Healthcare is an Oncology leader with a 30% global volume share of major chemotherapy molecules. The cornerstone of Accord’s offering to the South African market is exceptional quality, affordability and service to healthcare professionals and their patients.

Berna Harmse is a private practice dietitian. She holds an MSc in Dietetics

and has a special interest in oncology nutrition. She is also an external lecturer at Stellenbosch University Division of Human Nutrition. Read more on Buddies for Life