Oncology Buddies

Lynette Nepaul - I'm living proof of a miracle

Lynette Nepaul details how she chose to face four cancer diagnoses with grace and continues to push on to fulfil her calling of being a mother. This episode is brought to you by Accord Healthcare in the interest of education, awareness, and support. The content and opinions expressed are entirely…

9 Feb 9 min

Gut check

Lailaa Cajee, an oncology nutritionist, helps us understand how nutrition impacts colorectal cancer risk. 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…

9 Feb 5 min

Making a memory box

Bonni Suckling shares how a memory box of her son, Jed, continues to bring her refuge fourteen years after his passing. 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…

9 Feb 5 min

Nasopharyngeal cancer

Prof Chris Joseph gives an overview on the ABCs of Nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC). Prof Chris Joseph is an ear, nose and throat surgeon practicing at Mediclinic Morningside, Gauteng. He is the past president of the South African Head and Neck Oncology Society.

9 Feb 4 min

Challenges in South Africa's private health sector

Jana Bartels looks at the current challenges the private health sector is facing in South Africa. 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…

9 Feb 5 min

Honouring yourself daily

Mel Fourie suggests ancient wellness practices to focus on yourself and give yourself the honour you deserve. This episode is brought to you by Word for Word Media, publishers of Oncology Buddies and Buddies for Life in the interest of education, awareness, and support. Melody Fourie is an AADP board…

2 Dec 2024 4 min

Kidney cancer - more hope than ever

Dr Sylvia Rodrigues expands on why there is more hope than ever when looking at the treatment options for kidney cancer. Dr Sylvia Rodrigues is a clinical oncologist who works in Alberton, Gauteng. She participates in weekly oncology multi-disciplinary meetings and is a member of the Alberton breast cancer multi-disciplinary…

2 Dec 2024 5 min

The gift of giggles

We learn how Reach For A Dream’s Laughter Hero Programme is sharing the gift of giggles with children undergoing cancer treatment. This episode is brought to you by Word for Word Media, publishers of Oncology Buddies and Buddies for Life in the interest of education, awareness, and support. Chloe Katompa…

2 Dec 2024 5 min

Circumcision lowers risk of cervical cancer

Dr Khumbulani Moyo advocates why men should circumcise to lower the risk of their female partners developing cervical cancer. This episode is brought to you by Word for Word Media, publishers of Oncology Buddies and Buddies for Life in the interest of education, awareness, and support. Dr Khumbulani Moyo is…

2 Dec 2024 4 min

Hope for patients with locally advanced cervical cancer

Dr Shivona Moodley explains the standard treatment options for cervical cancer and highlights new research findings in treating advanced cervical cancer. Dr Shivona Moodley has a special interest in breast cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, gynaecological cancer, head and neck cancer, and prostate cancer. Dr Moodley works at the Sandton Oncology, Johannesburg…

2 Dec 2024 6 min

Briony Alexander - living with the after-effects

Although Briony Alexander has been in remission for 29 years from nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC), it’s still an ongoing challenge as she lives with the after-effects of the cancer treatment every day. Laurelle Williams is the editor at Word for Word Media. She graduated from AFDA with a Bachelor of Arts…

2 Dec 2024 5 min

How is osteosarcoma diagnosed?

Dr Cathryn Walton helps us understand the diagnostic process of osteosarcoma and treatment options thereof. This episode is brought to you by Word for Word Media, publishers of Oncology Buddies and Buddies for Life in the interest of education, awareness, and support. Dr Cathryn Walton first practiced as a GP…

2 Dec 2024 4 min

Alastair Armstrong - heart of steel

Twenty-two years after successful osteosarcoma treatment, Alastair Armstrong underwent an amputation due to ongoing infections caused by an internal prothesis. Despite this, he has won many SA titles competing as a paracyclist. This episode is brought to you by Word for Word Media, publishers of Oncology Buddies and Buddies for…

2 Dec 2024 8 min

Nonhlanhla Ramuhala - coming out of hiding

After losing her nose due to skin cancer, Nonhlanhla Ramuhala has decided to come out of hiding and face the world. She shares how she got to this place of acceptance. This episode is brought to you by Word for Word Media, publishers of Oncology Buddies and Buddies for Life…

2 Dec 2024 8 min

What is better - UV clothing or sunscreen?

The simple answer is both; Dr Rakesh Newaj, a dermatologist, goes into detail explaining the protective factors of each. This episode is brought to you by Word for Word Media, publishers of Oncology Buddies and Buddies for Life in the interest of education, awareness, and support. Dr Rakesh Newaj is…

2 Dec 2024 6 min

What is chemo belly?

Dr Sarita Retief explains what chemo belly is, what it could be caused from, and how it would be treated. This episode is brought to you by Word for Word Media, publishers of Oncology Buddies and Buddies for Life in the interest of education, awareness, and support. Dr Sarita Retief…

2 Dec 2024 4 min

Chemo ports 101

Dr Daleen Geldenhuys gives us a rundown on chemo ports 101; explaining how they work, who should get them, and the insertion and removal process. This article has been brought to you in partnership with Bard Medical South Africa in the interest of education, awareness and support. The content and…

2 Dec 2024 6 min

Healing words - say them

Mel Fourie shares insight into the magic of healing words and the profound effect they have on your life. This episode is brought to you by Word for Word Media, publishers of Oncology Buddies and Buddies for Life in the interest of education, awareness, and support. Melody Fourie is an…

2 Dec 2024 4 min

The boost that I needed - Devi Chetram

Breast cancer survivor, Devi Chetram, tells us how Lifegain Advanced Nutritional Supplement aided her recovery as well as gave her the boost that she needed to tackle everyday life, including the passing of her husband. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest…

1 Oct 2024 4 min

Summers and your Bucket List

Mel Fourie encourages you to dust off your bucket list and make the most of the summers you have left. 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…

1 Oct 2024 4 min