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  • Welcome to Buddies for Life

    Welcome to Buddies for Life
    Dec 2 2025
    The lifestyle platform for breast cancer survivors.

    Buddies For Life informs and inspires all those who have or are affected by breast cancer or other cancers. Buddies For Life is committed to working with all stakeholders to find solutions aimed at improving the quality, lifestyle, satisfaction, enjoyment and activities of people affected by breast cancer and other cancers.

    Mail us at sandra@buddiesforlife.co.za Visit mybreast.org.za to find out the side effects of each therapy. · Find past issues here · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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  • Navigating the oncology maze

    Navigating the oncology maze
    Feb 3 2026
    Pieter le Roux emphasises how to navigate the oncology maze by debunking myths and putting the person before the problem.

    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 everyday nutrition that can support chronic illness. Visit lifegain.co.za for more information.

    Pieter le Roux, a clinical therapist with more than a decade of experience in the oncology field, is the founder of Pivot Point Cancer Support. He is dedicated to providing specialised psychosocial care, helping both patients and their families navigate the emotional and practical challenges of a cancer diagnosis. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    5 Min.
  • The blue hue

    The blue hue
    Feb 3 2026
    Casey Forman, a counselling psychologist, sheds light on the many associations of the blue hue.

    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 everyday nutrition that can support chronic illness. Visit lifegain.co.za for more information.

    Casey Forman is a registered counselling psychologist with a special interest in oncology support, rare diseases, and palliative care. Her work focuses on empowering individuals and families through compassionate, evidence-based psychological care across the illness journey. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    3 Min.
  • The value of a multi-disciplinary team

    The value of a multi-disciplinary team
    Feb 3 2026
    Dr Mia Hugo expands on how a multi-disciplinary team benefits the patient and family.

    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 everyday nutrition that can support chronic illness. Visit lifegain.co.za for more information.

    Dr Mia Hugo is a radiation oncologist in private practice. 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. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    6 Min.
  • When do I need palliative care?

    When do I need palliative care?
    Feb 3 2026
    With the help of Winnie the Pooh, Dr Margie Venter answers the question of when palliative care is needed.

    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 everyday nutrition that can support chronic illness. Visit lifegain.co.za for more information.

    Dr Margie Venter is an oncologist and palliative care doctor based in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. She is a the Clinical Director of PALPRAC, the Association of Palliative Care Practitioners of South Africa, an organisation that provides national leadership and advocacy for the equitable provision of palliative care to all South Africans. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    5 Min.
  • Ernesta Nagel - appreciating the rainbow of life

    Ernesta Nagel - appreciating the rainbow of life
    Feb 3 2026
    The cheerful colours of Ernesta Nagel’s dress is an accurate depiction of her outlook. Even after losing her husband and facing a breast cancer diagnosis, she sees the brighter side of life.

    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 everyday nutrition that can support chronic illness. Visit lifegain.co.za for more information.

    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@buddiesforlife.co.za Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    6 Min.
  • The beautifully shy five

    The beautifully shy five
    Feb 3 2026
    Prof Carol-Ann Benn discusses how the Shy Five can assist in improved oncology outcomes.

    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 everyday nutrition that can support chronic illness. Visit lifegain.co.za for more information.

    Prof Carol-Ann Benn heads up an internationally accredited, multi-disciplinary breast cancer centre at Netcare Milpark Hospital. She
    has a professorship at University of Pretoria and lectures locally and internationally. In 2002, she established the Breast Health Foundation. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    11 Min.
  • What to expect before, during, and after surgery

    What to expect before, during, and after surgery
    Feb 3 2026
    Dr Johan van Heerden walks us step by step through the breast cancer surgery and reconstruction process.

    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 everyday nutrition that can support chronic illness. Visit lifegain.co.za for more information.

    Dr Johan van Heerden is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon based at Cintocare Hospital, Pretoria and is part of the multi-disciplinary breast cancer team at Life Groenkloof Hospital. He recently passed the Certificate of Competence in Breast Cancer with The European School of Oncology. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    8 Min.