Buddies For Life

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Welcome to Buddies for Life

The lifestyle platform for breast cancer survivors. Buddies For Life informs and inspires all those who have or are affected by breast cancer or other cancers. Buddies For Life is committed to working with all stakeholders to find solutions aimed at improving the quality, lifestyle, satisfaction, enjoyment and activities of…

3 Feb 1 min

Navigating the oncology maze

Pieter le Roux emphasises how to navigate the oncology maze by debunking myths and putting the person before the problem. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond…

3 Feb 4 min

The blue hue

Casey Forman, a counselling psychologist, sheds light on the many associations of the blue hue. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that can support…

3 Feb 3 min

The value of a multi-disciplinary team

Dr Mia Hugo expands on how a multi-disciplinary team benefits the patient and family. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that can support chronic…

3 Feb 6 min

When do I need palliative care?

With the help of Winnie the Pooh, Dr Margie Venter answers the question of when palliative care is needed. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday…

3 Feb 5 min

Ernesta Nagel - appreciating the rainbow of life

The cheerful colours of Ernesta Nagel’s dress is an accurate depiction of her outlook. Even after losing her husband and facing a breast cancer diagnosis, she sees the brighter side of life. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness,…

3 Feb 5 min

The beautifully shy five

Prof Carol-Ann Benn discusses how the Shy Five can assist in improved oncology outcomes. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that can support chronic…

3 Feb 10 min

What to expect before, during, and after surgery

Dr Johan van Heerden walks us step by step through the breast cancer surgery and reconstruction process. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that…

3 Feb 7 min

Vasti-May Gradwell - from patient to healer

Vasti-May Gradwell shares how her breast cancer diagnosis ultimately led her to become an oncology nurse. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that can…

3 Feb 5 min

Sensory vs motor neuropathy

Megan McLoskey helps us understand the difference between sensory and motor neuropathy. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that can support chronic illness. Visit…

3 Feb 5 min

Exercise as medicine

Wendy Vermaak identifies why exercise is a powerful tool in cancer prevention and care and is ultimately medicine. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition…

3 Feb 5 min

Tension & Trauma Release Exercises

Louise Abrahams explains how Tension & Trauma Release Exercises support nervous system regulation during and after cancer treatment. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition…

3 Feb 7 min

What a patient taught me about recovery beyond results

Dr Memory Bvochora-Nsingo shares insight on what she learnt from her patient regarding recovery and independence within relationships. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition…

3 Feb 6 min

The genetics of breast cancer

Jamey Thom highlights how genetics play an integral role in understanding breast cancer risk, offering opportunities for early intervention and personalised care. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to…

3 Feb 6 min

Coping with the holidays during cancer treatment

Gabriella Kourie offers tips for you to still find festive joy during cancer treatment. This episode is brought to you by NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout your cancer journey. To support you along every step of your nutritional cancer journey, visit mycancermynutrition.co.za. Statements of fact…

30 Nov 2025 4 min

When desire feels out of reach

Lisa Welsh shares simple steps to reconnect with your partner and rebuild intimacy when life circumstances create emotional or physical barriers. This episode is brought to you by NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout your cancer journey. To support you along every step of your nutritional…

30 Nov 2025 5 min

The role of antioxidants in skin health during summer

Lailaa Cajee educates us on how eating foods with antioxidants enhance skin health. This episode is brought to you by NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout your cancer journey. To support you along every step of your nutritional cancer journey, visit mycancermynutrition.co.za. Statements of fact and…

30 Nov 2025 5 min

How movement helps reduce tumour growth

Imagine having the power to reduce tumour growth by up to 30% with just one session of exercise? Wendy Vermaak expands on the latest research. This episode is brought to you by NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout your cancer journey. To support you along every…

30 Nov 2025 5 min

Melany Le Roux - reset and embrace life anew

Melany Le Roux shares how she used a breast cancer diagnosis to reset and embrace life anew. This episode is brought to you by NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout your cancer journey. To support you along every step of your nutritional cancer journey, visit mycancermynutrition.co.za…

30 Nov 2025 6 min

Your nipple and areola choices

Dr Johan van Heerden explains the nipple and areola choices you have during and after breast cancer treatment. This episode is brought to you by NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout your cancer journey. To support you along every step of your nutritional cancer journey, visit…

30 Nov 2025 6 min