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Your platform for cancer care. Oncology Buddies informs and inspires all those who have or are affected by cancer. Oncology Buddies is committed to working with all stakeholders to find solutions ai... more
FAQs about Oncology Buddies:How many episodes does Oncology Buddies have?The podcast currently has 261 episodes available.
December 04, 2023A holiday could be just what the doctor orderedCecile Booth shares a valuable check-list for planning your holiday during treatment.Cecile Booth is an oncology social worker and has been working at ABJ Inc. for the past 14 years. She developed a passion for palliative care in 2015 when she did a Post-graduate diploma in Palliative Medicine at UCT. She then decided to pursue her Master's in Palliative Medicine at UCT in 2019 and graduated in 2021. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn...more4minPlay
December 04, 2023The great rebootSandra Bollen-Hughes explains that exercise is the secret to the great reboot and will ultimately help with fatigue.Sandra Bollen-Hughes is a counselling psychologist. In 2015 she was diagnosed with breast cancer and realised the great burden of stress that cancer places on patients so she developed an interest in cancer counselling. She went on to study cancer counselling to gather insight into the field of psycho-oncology. She runs a practice both for general and cancer counselling. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn...more5minPlay
December 04, 2023Managing urinary incontinence in cancer patientsDr Shauli Minkowitz explores the causes, types, and management strategies for urinary incontinence in cancer patients.Dr Shauli Minkowitz is a urologist practicing out of Sandton Mediclinic and Netcare Waterfall hospitals and is also the director of prostate cancer services at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital and an honorary lecturer at Wits University. He is a member of the Gauteng Uro-Oncology Forum and sits on the board of the Prostate Cancer Foundation of South Africa. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn...more4minPlay
December 04, 2023Light at the end of the tunnelA patient’s perspective on prostate cancer, ED & penile prosthesis. The story of Johann, 70 year 70-year-old prostate cancer survivor & penile implant patient.Johann shares his personal story and answers various questions that men commonly ask about penile prostheses in this interview video series. Visit nuangle.co.za to access the full interview. Visit NuAngle.co.za · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn...more4minPlay
December 04, 2023Cancer in the workplaceCancer can affect workplace productivity, morale, and finances of both the individual and company, so knowing how to navigate this journey is important for both parties. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn...more6minPlay
December 04, 2023Disability or incapacity?Ian Veary, a social worker, details why advocacy within a multi-disciplinary team for employed cancer patients is imperative.Ian Veary is a social worker based in Cape Town and is a committee member of the South African Oncology Social Work Forum. He has a practice that includes working with oncology patients both in-hospital and at home. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn...more5minPlay
December 04, 2023Who do you consult when you have cancer?Dr Cassandra Mbanje expands on the different types of oncologists and ultimately who you would consult with if you suspect you have cancer.Dr Cassandra (Tatenda) Mbanje completed her MBBCh degree in 2021. She is a researcher who is passionate about improving access to quality medical care in underresourced communities. She is also a growing advocate for improving global healthcare systems through inter-sectoral collaboration and technological innovation, with special focus on increasing the African perspective in medical research. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn...more6minPlay
December 04, 2023Two diagnoses just months apartEight years ago, sisters Alrita Groenewald (47) and Tessa Supra (52) were both diagnosed with cervical cancer, just months apart. Alrita was given a less than 30% chance of survival. Today, both sisters are healthy and well, and they encourage women to go for regular cervical cancer screening. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn...more9minPlay
December 04, 2023The role of vaginal dilators in cervical cancer treatmentDr Elna Rudolph underscores the profound importance of vaginal dilators for sexual health in cervical cancer treatment.Dr Elna Rudolph is a medical doctor and the clinical head of My Sexual Health. She serves as the president of the World Association for Sexual Health, being the second woman and first African to hold this position. She is an executive board member and director of the South African Sexual Health Association and has contributed to the Journal of Sexual Medicine. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn...more5minPlay
December 04, 2023How is cervical cancer diagnosed?Dr Sumayya Ebrahim explains how cervical cancer is diagnosed and what the staging means.Dr Sumayya Ebrahim is a gynaecologist in private practice in Johannesburg, Gauteng. She is also a blogger. Check out her blog Vaginations by Dr E on vaginations.co.za Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn...more7minPlay
FAQs about Oncology Buddies:How many episodes does Oncology Buddies have?The podcast currently has 261 episodes available.