Buddies For Life

A husband's guide to supporting intimacy and connection

Lisa Welsh shares a husband’s guide to support intimacy and connection after their wife’s breast cancer treatment. This episode is brought to you by Boston Scientific. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Boston…

1 Jun 2025 5 min

Expander-to-implant reconstruction

Dr Johan van Heerden explains the advantages of the two-stage expander-to-implant reconstruction. This episode is brought to you by Boston Scientific. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Boston Scientific. Dr Johan van Heerden…

1 Jun 2025 4 min

The truth or dares in oncology

Prof Carol-Ann Benn uncovers the truth and dares in the field of oncology. This episode is brought to you by Boston Scientific. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Boston Scientific. Prof Carol-Ann Benn…

1 Jun 2025 12 min

David Knipe - fit and resillient

David Knipe shares how his breast cancer diagnosis in turn helped him to better manage his diabetes. This episode is brought to you by Boston Scientific. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Boston…

1 Jun 2025 7 min

Men, cancer, and nutrition

Sindi-marie de Beer shares tips on how to fuel the fight when it comes to men, cancer, and nutrition. This episode is brought to you by Boston Scientific. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position…

1 Jun 2025 8 min

Her Father's Keeper

We hear how shared experiences of cancer diagnoses has only deepened Grant Skews’ bond with his daughter, Jenna. This episode is brought to you by Boston Scientific. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of…

1 Jun 2025 8 min

Re-looking Cancer

Novartis shares their mission of re-looking cancer and restoring strength and dignity to patients.

1 Jun 2025 3 min

Control what you can

Nadia Booysen tackles a tough subject: living with control versus lack of control. This episode is brought to you by Boston Scientific. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Boston Scientific. Nadia Booysen is…

1 Jun 2025 5 min

Yoga therapy: proven support for cancer recovery

Ann Stewart highlights the research of how yoga therapy aids in cancer recovery. 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…

1 Apr 2025 4 min

The salty truth

Lailaa Cajee explains why cancer patients should cut back on salt. 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 lifegain.co.za…

1 Apr 2025 5 min

Lymphatic mapping

Erika van der Mescht, a physiotherapist, explains what lymphatic mapping is and how it assists in early intervention of lymphatic disease. 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…

1 Apr 2025 5 min

Latissimus dorsi skin and muscle flap explained

Dr Johan van Heerden details the breast reconstruction technique: latissimus dorsi skin and muscle flap. 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…

1 Apr 2025 3 min

Demystifying Advocacy

Mark Heywood answers five questions to help us understand what advocacy is, and the current state of cancer advocacy in SA. 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…

1 Apr 2025 5 min

Where is the study? Show me the data

Prof Carol-Ann Benn outlines essential factors to assess medical information online. 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 lifegain.co.za…

1 Apr 2025 14 min

Puleng Makhetha - I'm my own advocate

Puleng Makhetha tells her story of having breast cancer at age 32 and how she advocated for herself throughout the journey. 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…

1 Apr 2025 7 min

Salomé Meyer - the powerhouse activist

The name Salomé Meyer is synonymous with Cancer Alliance. We catch up with this powerhouse activist and learn how it all started for her. 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…

1 Apr 2025 7 min

New specialised breast clinic at CMJAH

Novartis advances breast cancer patient outcomes through the donation of a specialised breast clinic at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital.

1 Apr 2025 4 min

Phases of survivorship

Nadia Booysen unpacks the phases of survivorship when diagnosed with cancer. 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 lifegain.co.za…

1 Apr 2025 5 min

Alternative options of rehabilitation and healing

Jennifer Dunn looks at five alternative options of rehabilitation and healing for cancer survivors. 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 professionals and not influenced by Accord Healthcare in…

10 Feb 2025 7 min

I want a sex life, but my partner is my caregiver

Accredited sex educator, Lisa Welsh, offers guidance when the lines of caretaker and lover are blurred. 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 professionals and not influenced by Accord…

10 Feb 2025 5 min