Buddies For Life

Tips to prevent malnutrition

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…

30 May 2023 4 min

On the chemo couch with Natalie Cutten

Natalie Cutten tells us how after facing breast cancer treatment she likes herself more and is happy where she is in life.

30 May 2023 5 min

Exercise for the elderly population

Gabriella Kourie advocates that it's never too late to start exercising and celebrate your health and physical capabilities. Gabriella 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.

30 May 2023 5 min

The kindness of knitting

The ATKV Sasolburg branch donated drain bags, beanies, and blankets to the Breast Health Foundation. Charmaine Hattingh, an ATKV Sasolburg volunteer, tells us more.

30 May 2023 2 min

Bags full of care and encouragement

Great Domaines and FPM donated hand-painted tote bags filled with much-needed surgery and chemotherapy care products to the Breast Health Foundation for newly diagnosed breast cancer patients in need. This episode is brought to you by Accord Healthcare in the interest of education, awareness, and support. The content and opinions…

3 Apr 2023 3 min

The clumsy side effect

Do you often feel that cancer treatment has made you clumsier? Gabriella Kourie gives a sound explanation of that clumsy side effect and how to manage it. Gabriella Kourie is a qualified occupational therapist. She further trained and qualified as a PORi oncology and breast cancer rehabilitation therapist and is…

3 Apr 2023 5 min

Emotional strength from the floral kingdom

Fiona Hardie educates us on Bach flower remedies and how these natural essences help you grow in wisdom and speak the truth about your diagnosis. 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…

3 Apr 2023 5 min

How your lower brain chatter affects your pain

Did you know your lower brain chatter can affect the amount of pain you feel? Dr Michelle King expands on this and offers ways to quieten the chatter. Dr Michelle King is part of an interdisciplinary pain clinic and palliative care team in Limpopo. She has completed a postgraduate diploma…

3 Apr 2023 5 min

Ditch the workout, join the party!

Antoinette van Staden highlights the many enticements of joining the Zumba party. Antoinette van Staden is the owner of Z Dance Fitness S.A. and a licensed Zumba instructor based in Gauteng. She has been an instructor for six years, teaching Zumba fitness, Kids & kids Jr, Toning and Gold every…

3 Apr 2023 5 min

Processed and smoked meats - NO GO

Meagan Atcheson explains why those tasty smoked meats are harmful to your body and have been linked to increasing your risk of developing cancer. Meagan Atcheson is a registered dietitian who focuses specifically in oncology. She is a plant-centric foodie who promotes a nourishing approach to health and wellness using…

3 Apr 2023 4 min

Cryoablation - then and now

Dr Cassandra Mbanje shares the history and development of cryoablation and how modern-day cryoablation fits into breast cancer management. 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 under-resourced communities. She is also a…

3 Apr 2023 5 min

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