Dr Michael Cass gives us a brief rundown of the successful 2023 Haematology Oncology Symposium.  You can listen to this article below, or by using your favourite podcast player at pod.link/oncologybuddies The fields of haematology and oncology converged for an enlightening and inspiring conference that left attendees with a profound sense of purpose and an [...]

Sandra Bollen-Hughes explains that exercise is the secret to the great reboot and will ultimately help with fatigue. You can listen to this article below, or by using your favourite podcast player at pod.link/oncologybuddies It has always mystified me that when a technological item gives trouble, that sometimes the simple act of turning it off [...]

Dr Shauli Minkowitz explores the causes, types, and management strategies for urinary incontinence in cancer patients. You can listen to this article below, or by using your favourite podcast player at pod.link/oncologybuddies Urinary incontinence is a distressing condition that affects many cancer patients undergoing treatment. While battling cancer is challenging in itself, dealing with urinary [...]

A PATIENT’S PERSPECTIVE ON PROSTATE CANCER, ED AND PENILE PROSTHESIS The story of Johann, 70-year-old prostate cancer survivor and penile implant patient. You can listen to this article below, or by using your favourite podcast player at pod.link/oncologybuddies Johann is a 70-year-old prostate cancer survivor from the Northwest Province, who has agreed to share his [...]

Cancer can affect workplace productivity, morale and finances of both the individual and company, so knowing how to navigate this journey is important for both parties. You can listen to this article below, or by using your favourite podcast player at pod.link/oncologybuddies A recent Lancet Medical Journal finding, that SA can expect to see a [...]

Ian Veary, a social worker, details why advocacy within a multi-disciplinary team for employed cancer patients is imperative. You can listen to this article below, or by using your favourite podcast player at pod.link/oncologybuddies Cancer is a medical condition that affects all of human kind and doesn’t consider race, religion or socio-economic position. The effect [...]

Dr Cassandra Mbanje expands on the different types of oncologists and ultimately who you would consult with if you suspect you have cancer. You can listen to this article below, or by using your favourite podcast player at pod.link/oncologybuddies Medical terminology has a long, varied history with predominantly Greek and Latin roots. In fact, most [...]

Cecile Booth shares a valuable check-list for planning your holiday during treatment. You can listen to this article below, or by using your favourite podcast player at pod.link/oncologybuddies When you are on the cancer journey so much of your daily life and mental energy revolve around doctors' appointments and your treatment schedule. Sometimes you need [...]

Eight years ago, sisters Alrita Groenewald (47) and Tessa Supra (52) were both diagnosed with cervical cancer, just months apart. Alrita was given less than 30% chance of survival. Today, both sisters are healthy and well, and they encourage women to go for regular cervical cancer screening. You can listen to this article below, or [...]

Dr Elna Rudolph underscores the profound importance of vaginal dilators for sexual health in cervical cancer treatment. You can listen to this article below, or by using your favourite podcast player at pod.link/oncologybuddies Navigating through cervical cancer treatment is a tumultuous journey filled with challenges that extend beyond medical procedures and hospital visits. One such [...]

Dr Sumayya Ebrahim explains how cervical cancer is diagnosed and what the staging means. You can listen to this article below, or by using your favourite podcast player at pod.link/oncologybuddies What happens when a doctor is consulted? A careful history is taken. After this, an examination is performed. On examination, if the cancer is advanced, [...]

Winnie Ndlovu has been in remission for five years. She shares her cervical cancer journey. You can listen to this article below, or by using your favourite podcast player at pod.link/oncologybuddies Winnie Ndlovu (53) lives in Vosloorus, Gauteng. She is a widow and has four children aged 33, 30, 25 and 12. Stage 2 cervical [...]

Dr Cattleya Gaspar highlights the basics of cervical cancer with importance on HPV vaccines and regular Pap smears. You can listen to this article below, or by using your favourite podcast player at pod.link/oncologybuddies Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among women globally and the second most common cancer among women in South [...]

With cervical cancer being one of the most common cancers diagnosed in women in SA, even though it’s the easiest female cancer to prevent with the HPV vaccine and regular Pap smears, the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) shares the most frequently asked questions. You can listen to this article below, or by using [...]