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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.

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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.

Mail us at info@oncologybuddies.com or visit oncologybuddies.com

    Jeff Kirby-Smith: the experience was a wake-up call

    Jeff Kirby-Smith: the experience was a wake-up call

    Jeff Kirby-Smith shares how his prostate cancer diagnosis prompted four of his friends to get their PSA levels tested, and advocates the importance of the urologist and oncologist working well together.

    Laurelle Williams is the editor at Word for Word Media. She graduated from AFDA with a Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in Live Performance. She has a love for storytelling and sharing emotions through the power of words. Write to editor@wordforwordmedia.co.za

    • 5 min
    How is prostate cancer diagnosed?

    How is prostate cancer diagnosed?

    Dr Shauli Minkowitz navigates the diagnostic landscape of prostate cancer in 10 easy steps.

    Dr Shauli Minkowitz is a urologist practising out of Sandton Mediclinic and Netcare Sunninghill hospitals, is also the volunteer director of prostate cancer services at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, and an honorary lecturer at Wits University. He is a member of the Gauteng Uro-Oncology Forum and sits on the board of the Prostate Cancer Foundation of South Africa.

    In support of World Cancer Month in February, NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE has sponsored this episode to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout the cancer journey. This initiative aligns with the recent launch of their website to support patients and their families along every step of their nutritional cancer journey, www.mycancermynutrition.co.za. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Nestle Health Science.

    • 6 min
    Understanding hereditary colorectal cancer symptoms

    Understanding hereditary colorectal cancer symptoms

    Monica Araujo delves into common hereditary colorectal cancer syndromes and sheds light on their potential links to breast cancer.

    Monica Araujo is a genetic counsellor at the Division of Human Genetics at the National Health Laboratory Service and a lecturer University of the Witwatersrand. She consults with patients and families in state and private healthcare systems who have, or are at risk of, genetic conditions.

    In support of World Cancer Month in February, NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE has sponsored this episode to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout the cancer journey. This initiative aligns with the recent launch of their website to support patients and their families along every step of their nutritional cancer journey, www.mycancermynutrition.co.za. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Nestle Health Science.

    • 6 min
    Cutting-edge technology meets compassionate care

    Cutting-edge technology meets compassionate care

    We learn why Busamed Hillcrest Oncology Centre is considered the local gateway to top-tier radiation therapy services.

    Dr Ziad Seedat attended the University of Natal and Edinburgh and joined Hopelands in 2004. His special interests are in head and neck stereotactic radiosurgery. He is a director and executive committee member of the South African Oncology Consortium, has served on the steering committee of the South African Society of Clinical and Radiation Oncologists, and is a member of the European Society for Medical Oncology and the American Society for Radiation Oncology.

    • 5 min
    Understanding melanoma

    Understanding melanoma

    Dr Rakesh Newaj explains how melanoma develops and the risk factors to look out for.

    Dr Rakesh Newaj is a specialist dermatologist with a special interest in skin surgeries. Since qualifying in 2010, he practices in Waterkloof, Benoni, Kempton Park as well as Mauritius. His special interests lie in skin cancers, hidradenitis suppurativa, and stem cell & fat grafting.

    In support of World Cancer Month in February, NESTLE HEALTH SCIENCE has sponsored this episode to promote nutritional awareness and education throughout the cancer journey. This initiative aligns with the recent launch of their website to support patients and their families along every step of their nutritional cancer journey, www.mycancermynutrition.co.za. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Nestle Health Science.

    • 6 min
    Helping children understand a cancer diagnosis in the family

    Helping children understand a cancer diagnosis in the family

    Dr Memory Munodawafa, a clinical and oncology social worker, offers valuable insights on how to approach the challenging task of helping children understand a cancer diagnosis within the family.

    Dr Memory Munodawafa holds a Doctorate in Psychiatry. She is a clinical and oncology social worker and currently works at UCT as a lecturer for the Social Work and Social Development Department. She also runs a private practice and consults with families and individuals who need mental health and oncology-related psycho-social support.

    • 5 min

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