Oncology Buddies

The 2026 Big C Survivor’s Guide: Post-treatment nutrition

Nourishing through cancer. Episode three covers Life after cancer; Exercise and cancer; Emotional eating, recurrence, and food relationship. 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…

4 Feb 16 min

The 2026 Big C Survivor's Guide: Managing side effects during treatment

Episode two covers How to manage nutrition-related side effects; Hormonal therapy and side effects; Nutritional care in childhood cancer; Screening tools for malnutrition; and PEG feeding. 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…

4 Feb 31 min

The 2026 Big C Survivor's Guide: I've got cancer - what should I eat?

Nourishing through cancer. Episode one covers Nutrition and cancer; Glutamine and cancer; Prescribed minimum benefits; The benefits of early consultation of a dietitian; and Why early counselling is essential in cancer care. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness,…

4 Feb 23 min

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Welcome to Oncology Buddies

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 aimed at improving the quality, lifestyle, satisfaction, enjoyment and activities of people affected by cancer.

4 Feb 1 min

The infamous cancer ribbon

Have you ever wondered where the cancer ribbon originated? Nadia Booysen shares her research. 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…

2 Feb 3 min

What is personalised medicine?

Kusha Kalideen explains personalised medicine, its benefits and limitations. 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 for more…

2 Feb 4 min

Nutrition-related side effects of chemotherapy

Robyn van der Westhuizen lists ways to deal with nutrition-related side effects caused by chemotherapy. 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…

2 Feb 5 min

Can I use GLP-1 medications if I have cancer or am a cancer survivor?

Dr Michelle King unpacks when a cancer survivor is eligible to take GLP-1 medications. 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…

2 Feb 4 min

South Africa's most ignored disease: anal cancer

Dr Mark Faesen advocates why South Africa needs a proper anal cancer screening programme for at-risk populations. 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…

2 Feb 4 min

Thelma Lomkwane - reaching contentment

Thelma Lomkwane is content with life after colon cancer. She shares her story. 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…

2 Feb 6 min

Colorectal screening

Dr Thobile Goba-Mjwara gives us a rundown on what is needed to implement a colorectal cancer screening programme 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 beyond…

2 Feb 6 min

Sandra Keddie - finding out I have Lynch Syndrome

After being diagnosed with endometrial and then colon cancer, Sandra Keddie underwent genetic testing for Lynch syndrome which was positive. She tells her story. 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…

2 Feb 5 min

When is dialysis needed in kidney cancer?

Dr Daleen Geldenhuys helps us understand when dialysis is needed in kidney 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 that can support chronic…

2 Feb 5 min

Eric and Thersia Vorster - united in the fight

Eric and Thersia Vorster share how they were forced to upgrade their medical aid to get Eric treatment for Stage 4 kidney 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…

2 Feb 6 min

A new breed of cancer fighters

Dr Andrew Robson unpacks how smart science and smarter tech are changing the game as cancer fighters. 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 3 min

The science behind reflexology

Fiona Hardie highlights the science behind reflexology and the benefits of it as a complementary therapy for oncology patients. 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,…

30 Nov 2025 6 min

The marriage of chemo-immunotherapy in haematological malignancies

Dr Jasmine Ramiah discusses how chemo-immunotherapy complements each other in haematological malignancies and the promising prospects for the future. 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,…

30 Nov 2025 7 min

Bridging the gap

We chat to Prof Vernon Louw, President of the South African Clinical Haematology Society, about the recent 17th Annual Haematology Oncology Conference. 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…

30 Nov 2025 5 min

Medical Schemes Open Season 2026

The Council for Medical Schemes offers guidance when choosing a medical scheme or benefit option. 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…

30 Nov 2025 3 min

When Christmas hurts

Bonita Suckling (mom to Jed) talks about grieving deceased loved ones on special days, like Christmas. 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…

30 Nov 2025 6 min