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…

1 Oct 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…

1 Oct 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,…

1 Oct 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.

1 Oct 1 min

The power of small wins

Dr Andrew Robson unpacks what animal rehabilitation can teach about determination, highlighting the power of small wins. This episode is proudly brought to you by CFAO Healthcare South Africa in the interest of education, awareness, and support. As we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, we’re turning the spotlight…

1 Oct 5 min

My mental health is doing its best... please clap

Bonni Suckling reflects on mental health after grief. This episode is proudly brought to you by CFAO Healthcare South Africa in the interest of education, awareness, and support. As we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, we’re turning the spotlight on the strength and resilience of those facing cancer…

1 Oct 6 min

Entering your new reality

Pieter le Roux, a cancer survivor and counsellor, shares helpful advice on navigating your reality after cancer. This episode is proudly brought to you by CFAO Healthcare South Africa in the interest of education, awareness, and support. As we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, we’re turning the spotlight…

1 Oct 6 min

Generational communication in oncology nursing

Amesha Manilall advocates for oncology nurses to adapt their communication to different generations when interacting with patients. This episode is proudly brought to you by CFAO Healthcare South Africa in the interest of education, awareness, and support. As we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, we’re turning the spotlight…

1 Oct 5 min

Prostate cancer screening

Dr Mia Hugo educates us on the age at which men should start prostate cancer screening. This episode is proudly brought to you by CFAO Healthcare South Africa in the interest of education, awareness, and support. As we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, we’re turning the spotlight on…

1 Oct 7 min

What's new in prostate and pancreatic cancer treatment?

Dr Daleen Geldenhuys updates us on the latest breakthroughs in prostate and pancreatic cancer treatment presented at the 2026 ASCO Annual Meeting. This episode is proudly brought to you by CFAO Healthcare South Africa in the interest of education, awareness, and support. As we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month this…

1 Oct 7 min

New technology helps target radiation more precisely

The Wits Donald Gordon Radiation Oncology Unit installs sub-Saharan Africa’s first full Brainlab ExacTrac Dynamic® device. The Wits Donald Gordon Radiation Oncology Unit provides specialised radiation therapy at the Wits University Donald Gordon Medical Centre in Parktown, Johannesburg.

1 Oct 5 min

Lung cancer causes in people who have never smoked

Dr Ronwyn van Eeden helps us understand why people who never smoked get lung cancer. This episode is proudly brought to you by CFAO Healthcare South Africa in the interest of education, awareness, and support. As we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, we’re turning the spotlight on the…

1 Oct 9 min

Christa Mather - one foot in front of the other

Most people would be devastated to hear they have lung cancer, but once Christa Mather learnt that a targeted therapy offered new hope for people with the type of cancer she has, she simply put one foot in front of the other. This episode is proudly brought to you by…

1 Oct 9 min

The silence around dying

Dr Nelia Drenth explores how family efforts to protect their loved one can affect how they cope and create silence around dying. This episode is proudly brought to you by CFAO Healthcare South Africa in the interest of education, awareness, and support. As we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month this…

1 Oct 6 min

Because your days matter

Dr Margie Venter highlights why World Hospice and Palliative Care Day is so important - because your days matter. This episode is proudly brought to you by CFAO Healthcare South Africa in the interest of education, awareness, and support. As we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, we’re turning…

1 Oct 6 min

Moral distress among healthcare professionals

Dr Linda Rogers shines a light on moral distress among healthcare workers in South Africa. This episode is proudly brought to you by CFAO Healthcare South Africa in the interest of education, awareness, and support. As we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, we’re turning the spotlight on the…

1 Oct 6 min

When resources fall short

Dr Memory Bvochora-Nsingo reveals the reality of moral distress in African healthcare, where a lack of resources can leave healthcare professionals facing difficult choices. This episode is proudly brought to you by CFAO Healthcare South Africa in the interest of education, awareness, and support. As we observe Breast Cancer Awareness…

1 Oct 6 min

Bone health and fracture risk during ADT for prostate cancer

Dr Omondi Ogude highlights bone health and fracture risk for prostate cancer patients who are on androgen deprivation therapy. This episode is proudly brought to you by Aspen Pharmacare in the interest of education, awareness, and support. As we observe Men’s Health Month this June, we’re turning the spotlight on…

1 Jun 7 min

Louis Brauer - falling smarter to protect bone health

Avid gamer, Louis Brauer, who is living with metastatic prostate cancer, explains that one way he reduces his fracture risk is by falling safely and correctly. This episode is proudly brought to you by Aspen Pharmacare in the interest of education, awareness, and support. As we observe Men’s Health Month…

1 Jun 4 min

Erectile dysfunction and pleasure

Lisa Welsh details how to reclaim intimacy after prostate cancer and enjoy pleasure with erectile dysfunction. This episode is proudly brought to you by Aspen Pharmacare in the interest of education, awareness, and support. As we observe Men’s Health Month this June, we’re turning the spotlight on the unique challenges…

1 Jun 6 min