Oncology Buddies

Dr Daleen Geldenhuys elaborates on the most common vague signs and the reasons why people ignore them. This episode is brought to you by Astellas Oncology with the purpose of raising awareness and education on prostate cancer. Statements of fact and opinions expressed are those of the contributor and are not the opinion or position of Astellas. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram ·...

GIST Support International share the most frequently asked questions regarding gastrointestinal stromal tumours (GISTs). GIST Support International is a non-profit corporation founded and operated by volunteers. Most volunteers are GIST patients and caregivers who donate their time and resources. Visit gistsupport.org · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Social worker, Avril de Beer, explains the various life stages you could be in when diagnosed and how this plays a role in your treatment plan. Avril de Beer is a social worker at Alberts Cellular Therapy in Pretoria. She is constantly looking for new ways to connect with patients and learn more about their unique needs. She also has a private practice in Centurion where she counsels individuals w...

Dr Sarita Retief explains why fevers are emergencies in cancer patients and explains the four probable causes. Dr Sarita Retief is currently working as a clinical and radiation oncologist at Nelspruit Mediclinic in the private sector. She completed pre- and postgraduate studies at the University of the Free State. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

We hear how a married couple, Norberto and Ana Costa, faced three cancer diagnoses without medical aid, with their love and sense of humour carrying them through. 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 her edi...

Dr Daleen Geldenhuys gives us an explanatory rundown on colorectal cancer and the treatment thereof. Dr Daleen Geldenhuys is a specialist physician and medical oncologist who works at West Rand Oncology Centre at Flora Clinic. She treats patients with all types of cancer and enjoys clinical research, and is a member of SASMO, SASTECS, ESMO and ENETS. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram &m...

Meagan Atcheson expands on diet and active colon cancer treatment. Meagan Atcheson is a registered dietitian who focuses specifically on oncology. She is a plant-centric foodie who promotes a nourishing approach to health and wellness using evidence-based research and guidelines only. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Once Dirk Human was diagnosed with prostate cancer, he learnt quickly how imperative it was to share what he was feeling with his family for them to better understand his experience. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Dr Chris van den Berg expands on the mental health of South African men. Dr Chris van den Berg is a Stellenbosch-based psychiatrist in private practice. Read more on Oncology Buddies · If you are in need of help, contact 0800 456 789 or visit sadag.org

As an oncology patient, you have loads of questions, especially when dealing with your medical aid to ensure the best possible treatment is covered. Campaigning for Cancer helps navigate this tricky terrain by explaining terminology and the meaning behind it and offers services to help attain the best possible treatment. Campaigning for Cancer is a patient advocacy organisation, established in 200...

Louw-Mari Nell speaks openly about losing her youngest sister, Liezl, to lung cancer and how this has driven her to help grieving families with estate administration without prolonging or deepening their sense of loss. Louw-Mari has been practising as an attorney for close to 20 years and she is also a qualified conveyancer and notary. Her business partner, Cari du Toit, has been practising as an...

Dr Sharlene Parasnath explains what graft-versus-host disease is in regard to allogeneic haematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Dr Sharlene Parasnath is Head of Clinical Haematology and Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation at Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal. She is passionate about teaching haematology and making haematology services available to all South Africans....

Charlene Purdy shares the outcome of her master's thesis: exploring the subjective experiences of fertility preservation among cancer survivors in South Africa. Charlene Purdy completed her Masters of Arts Psychology degree at Stellenbosch University in 2021. She spent three years exploring the subjective experience of fertility preservation among female cancer patients. This study formed part of...

Dr Kerry-Ann Louw expands on why a cancer patient may experience delirium, the causes, treatment and prevention thereof. Dr Kerry-Ann Louw is a consultation-liaison psychiatrist and senior lecturer at Stellenbosch University. She is the Head of the Clinical Unit of Adult Psychiatry Services and runs consultation-liaison psychiatry services at Tygerberg Hospital. This episode is brought to you by A...

We learn about new treatment options for advanced prostate cancer: second-generation antiandrogens Prof Shingai Mutambirwa is the Head of Urology at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University as well as the Chairman of the Academic Committee of the South African Urological Association and Head of the Medical and Scientific Advisory Board of The Prostate Cancer Foundation of South Africa. Andrew Ob...

Prostate cancer survivor, Allen Rizzi, has written a book to help newly diagnosed men prepare for treatment. 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 survivor and not influenced by Accord Healthcare in any way. Read more on Oncology Buddies · Facebook · Twitte...

René Botha explains when radiotherapy is appropriate to be used as a treatment for skin cancer and the types of skin cancer it can be used for. René Botha is a radiotherapist with a special interest in treatment planning. She works in private practice and is based at the Wits University Donald Gordon Medical Centre. This episode is brought to you by Accord Healthcare in the interest of education,...

Dr Mia Hugo gives us a brief overview of how bothersome bladders may become bladder cancer. Dr Mia Hugo works in private practice as a radiation oncologist. She participates in weekly multi-disciplinary oncology team meetings for breast, urology, gastrointestinal/gynaecological, and head and neck cancers. She provides radiation to patients at Wits Donald Gordon, Netcare Milpark, Pinehaven and Oliv...

Dr Daleen Geldenhuys educates us on how primary brain tumours are diagnosed and treated. Dr Daleen Geldenhuys is a specialist physician and medical oncologist who works at West Rand Oncology Centre at Flora Clinic. She treats patients with all types of cancer and enjoys clinical research, and is a member of SASMO, SASTECS, ESMO and ENETS. This episode is brought to you by Accord Healthcare in the...

ENT surgeon, Dr Mark Torres-Holmes, expands on salivary gland cancer and why a skilled surgeon is imperative to avoid nerve damage. Dr Mark Torres-Holmes is a head and neck surgeon and is part of the Mediclinic Morningside head and neck multi-disciplinary team that meet weekly to discuss benign and malignant head and neck diseases. This episode is brought to you by Accord Healthcare in the interes...

Jocelyn Moodley tells us about her miracle surgery after being diagnosed with salivary gland adenoid cystic carcinoma and how living was far more important than her facial appearance. 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 professional and not influenced by Acc...

Genetic counsellor, Monica Araujo, helps us understand the hereditary risk and factors for developing ovarian cancer. Monica Araujo is a genetic counsellor and lecturer at the Division of Human Genetics at the National Health Laboratory Service and the University of the Witwatersrand. She consults with patients and families in state and private healthcare systems who have, or are at risk of, genet...

Avril de Beer explains the support advantages for your children when you inform their teachers about your cancer diagnosis. Avril de Beer is a social worker at Alberts Cellular Therapy in Pretoria. She is constantly looking for new ways to connect with patients and learn more about their unique needs. She also has a private practice in Centurion where she counsels individuals who are experiencing...

Magda Rall was diagnosed with metastatic lung cancer last year. She shares some profound writings of her experience and how she currently sees life. 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 professional and not influenced by Accord Healthcare in any way. Read mor...

In observation of World Ovarian Cancer Day (8th May), the World Ovarian Cancer Coalition answers the most frequently asked questions regarding ovarian cancer. The World Ovarian Cancer Coalition is the only not-for-profit organization working globally towards a world where every woman with ovarian cancer has the best chance of survival, and the best quality of life – wherever she may live. This epi...