Buddies For Life

Immunotherapy - your defence against dark arts

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. This episode…

3 Apr 2023 10 min

Finally facing the truth

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. This episode is brought to you by Accord Healthcare in the interest of education, awareness, and support. The content…

3 Apr 2023 6 min

Paget's disease of the nipple - what lies beneath

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…

3 Apr 2023 5 min

Red devil saved my life

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. This episode is brought to you by Accord Healthcare in the interest of education, awareness, and support. The content…

3 Apr 2023 4 min

Breast cancer memoirs

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. This episode is brought to you by Accord Healthcare in the…

3 Apr 2023 6 min

Managing your social life during treatment

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

7 Feb 2023 5 min

Posture and confidence during a time of illness

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…

7 Feb 2023 5 min

It's okay, it's alright

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.

7 Feb 2023 4 min

Nia - more than a workout

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…

7 Feb 2023 3 min

Fabulous Fibre

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

7 Feb 2023 3 min

Cancer espionage - from bombs to spies

Under the knife with Prof Carol-Ann Benn. Prof Carol-Ann Benn likens the latest oncology drugs to treat breast cancer to snipers and spies and explains why they have a good kill-ability. This episode is brought to you by Accord Healthcare in the interest of education, awareness, and support. The content…

7 Feb 2023 13 min

Mind the trap

Broad shoulders with Lara Noik. Lara Noik elaborates on why understanding the power of thought is so important to avoid mind traps. 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…

7 Feb 2023 5 min

The fragrance of positivity

Super Survivors by Laurelle Williams. Nkhutliseng Nyirongo speaks about the positive outcomes of having breast cancer treatment and how the journey opened her eyes to genuine love and care. This episode is brought to you by Accord Healthcare in the interest of education, awareness, and support. The content and opinions…

7 Feb 2023 5 min

Facing cancer when you're on your own

In the spotlight with Avril de Beer. Social worker Avril de Beer shares counsel on how to manage a cancer diagnosis and treatment if you live on your own or are single. This episode is brought to you by Accord Healthcare in the interest of education, awareness, and support. The…

7 Feb 2023 4 min

My Best Team

Real talk with Pat McClure. As a person living alone, Kat McClure knew she couldn’t face breast cancer surgery and recovery on her own so she rounded up her best team who she knew would support her. This episode is brought to you by Accord Healthcare in the interest of…

7 Feb 2023 4 min

My Pink Angels

One-on-one. Lydia Staats never knew how important the feeling of belonging was until the 'pink angels' from the Breast Health Foundation (BHF) became a part of her life. This episode is brought to you by Accord Healthcare in the interest of education, awareness, and support. The content and opinions expressed…

7 Feb 2023 4 min