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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 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 more on Oncology Buddies · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

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 Oberholzer is the CEO of The Prostate Cancer Foundation of South Africa. Read more on Oncology Buddies · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Prostate cancer survivor, Allen Rizzi, has written a book to help newly diagnosed men prepare for treatment.

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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.

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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 Olivedale Hospitals, as well as at Busamed and 200 Rivonia Medical Centre.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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, genetic conditions. Read more on Oncology Buddies · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

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 major life changes.

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Magda Rall was diagnosed with metastatic lung cancer last year. She shares some profound writings of her experience and how she currently sees life.

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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.

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Complementary therapy with Kathy Heapy.

Kathy Heapy explains what Body Stress Release is and the benefits of this non-invasive complementary therapy.

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.

Accord Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing generic pharmaceutical companies with a direct presence in all major markets, Americas, the EU, Asia, and Africa. Accord Healthcare is an Oncology leader with a 30% global volume share of major chemotherapy molecules. The cornerstone of Accord’s offering to the South African market is exceptional quality, affordability and service to healthcare professionals and their patients.

Kathy Heapy left the travel industry after 20 years of service as she always
had a yearning to work with people in a healing capacity. She currently runs a successful Body Stress Release practice in Midrand, Gauteng and looks forward to a continuation of a fulfilling and enriching future, assisting folk with compassion, and a sincere belief that BSR can offer hope in their world. Read more on Oncology Buddies · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Let's talk about skin cancer with Dr Mia Hugo.

Dr Mia Hugo enlightens us on the unusual places you can get melanoma.

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.

Accord Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing generic pharmaceutical companies with a direct presence in all major markets, Americas, the EU, Asia, and Africa. Accord Healthcare is an Oncology leader with a 30% global volume share of major chemotherapy molecules. The cornerstone of Accord’s offering to the South African market is exceptional quality, affordability and service to healthcare professionals and their patients.

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 Olivedale Hospitals, as well as at Busamed and 200 Rivonia Medical Centre. Read more on Oncology Buddies · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

One-on-One with Laurelle Williams.

Single mother Nicole Coppin shares her story of having periampullary adenocarcinoma (bile and pancreatic duct cancer).

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.

Accord Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing generic pharmaceutical companies with a direct presence in all major markets, Americas, the EU, Asia, and Africa. Accord Healthcare is an Oncology leader with a 30% global volume share of major chemotherapy molecules. The cornerstone of Accord’s offering to the South African market is exceptional quality, affordability and service to healthcare professionals and their patients.

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. Read more on Oncology Buddies · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Be informed with René Botha.

René Botha explains the impact that implanted materials have on radiotherapy 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 healthcare professional and not influenced by Accord Healthcare in any way.

Accord Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing generic pharmaceutical companies with a direct presence in all major markets, Americas, the EU, Asia, and Africa. Accord Healthcare is an Oncology leader with a 30% global volume share of major chemotherapy molecules. The cornerstone of Accord’s offering to the South African market is exceptional quality, affordability and service to healthcare professionals and their patients.

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. Read more on Oncology Buddies

In the spotlight with Salomé Meyer.

The spotlight shines on The Cancer Alliance and multiple myeloma patients as they celebrate the win of lenalidomide finally included on the Essential Medicines List for the public sector.

Salomé Meyer is the project manager for the Access to Medicine campaign and Advocates for Breast Cancer (ABC); an independent cancer advocate; and an EXCO member of the Cancer Alliance. Read more on Oncology Buddies · The Cancer Alliance - collective voices for cancer in South Africa

New kid on the block.
In this episode, Dr Lucille Sarah Singh details how CAR T-cell therapy works and how it will fit into the South African healthcare system.

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.

Accord Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing generic pharmaceutical companies with a direct presence in all major markets, Americas, the EU, Asia, and Africa. Accord Healthcare is an Oncology leader with a 30% global volume share of major chemotherapy molecules. The cornerstone of Accord’s offering to the South African market is exceptional quality, affordability and service to healthcare professionals and their patients.

Dr Lucille Sarah Singh is a physician and clinical haematologist in private practice at Albert’s Cellular Therapy (ACT) based at Netcare Pretoria East Hospital. She is an active member of the South African Society of Haematology (SASH) and the South African Stem Cell Transplant Society (SASCeTS) and serves regularly on the clinical review panel of the South African Oncology Consortium (SAOC). Read more on Oncology Buddies

Side effects with Dr Michelle King.

Dr Michelle King advocates informing your doctor about your sleep issues to help have a better treatment plan in place that adds quality to your life, mental well-being, and physical health.

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.

Accord Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing generic pharmaceutical companies with a direct presence in all major markets, Americas, the EU, Asia, and Africa. Accord Healthcare is an Oncology leader with a 30% global volume share of major chemotherapy molecules. The cornerstone of Accord’s offering to the South African market is exceptional quality, affordability and service to healthcare professionals and their patients.

Dr Michelle King is part of an interdisciplinary pain clinic and palliative
care team in Limpopo. She has completed a postgraduate diploma in chronic pain management and a postgraduate diploma in palliative medicine and is the President-Elect of PainSA. Read more on Oncology Buddies · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn

Know your cancer.

In this episode, Dr Daleen Geldenhuys educates us on kidney cancer and the treatment thereof.

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.

Accord Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing generic pharmaceutical companies with a direct presence in all major markets, Americas, the EU, Asia, and Africa. Accord Healthcare is an Oncology leader with a 30% global volume share of major chemotherapy molecules. The cornerstone of Accord’s offering to the South African market is exceptional quality, affordability and service to healthcare professionals and their patients.

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. Read more on Oncology Buddies

My story with Riaan Baatjies.

When Riaan Baatjies got his warrior-themed tattoo in 2016, little did he know that for the rest of his life, he would be a warrior facing Stage 4 kidney cancer. He shares how he grappled with mortality but most of all is striving to be a better version of himself.

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 patient and not influenced by Accord Healthcare in any way.

Accord Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing generic pharmaceutical companies with a direct presence in all major markets, Americas, the EU, Asia, and Africa. Accord Healthcare is an Oncology leader with a 30% global volume share of major chemotherapy molecules. The cornerstone of Accord’s offering to the South African market is exceptional quality, affordability and service to healthcare professionals and their patients.

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.

Know your cancer with Dr Sarita Retief.

Dr Sarita Retief helps us better understand the treatment of all stages of anal cancer by sharing a patient story.

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.

Accord Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing generic pharmaceutical companies with a direct presence in all major markets, Americas, the EU, Asia, and Africa. Accord Healthcare is an Oncology leader with a 30% global volume share of major chemotherapy molecules. The cornerstone of Accord’s offering to the South African market is exceptional quality, affordability and service to healthcare professionals and their patients. Read more on Buddies for Life

The Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) shares the most frequently asked questions about colorectal cancer symptoms and screening.

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 organisation and not influenced by Accord Healthcare in any way.

Accord Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing generic pharmaceutical companies with a direct presence in all major markets, Americas, the EU, Asia, and Africa. Accord Healthcare is an Oncology leader with a 30% global volume share of major chemotherapy molecules. The cornerstone of Accord’s offering to the South African market is exceptional quality, affordability and service to healthcare professionals and their patients.

The Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) enables research in lowering cancer risk, educates about cancer symptoms, screening and risk reduction, and provides care and support to all affected by cancer.
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