A conversation about why Dr Hoosain became interested in breast health, why some of the fear surrounding breast cancer is a challenge in South Africa, and what the reality is. She also takes questions from listeners and the full interview is available to listen to here.
With kind permission from Channel Africa, the interview is available to listen to here:
There is considerable evidence, that moderate consumption of wine strengthens bone mineral density, the most important and standardized measure of risk of fractures, in both males and females.
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A topic that is not frequently discussed is that of intimacy and sexual health post a breast cancer diagnosis. Whilst these conversations do take place between patients and medical practitioners, there is often hesitation about raising questions and discussing the [...]
With kind permission from Your Pregnancy & Baby, the full article is available to read here.
Mammogramme is 'n belangrike siftingstoets in die vroeé opsporing van borskanker. Dr. Justus Apffelstaedt, 'n chirurg wat in bors-, skildklier- en byskildkliergesondheid spesialiseer, verduidelik waarom 'n multidissiplinére benadering tot borskankerbehandeling nodig is.
In Suid-Afrika kom ongeveer 1 uit 6 borskankers voor by vroue jonger as 40 jaar. Al hoe meer vroue stel geboorte uit totdat hulle hul tersiêre opleiding voltooi het, loopbane gevestig het en stabiele verhoudings gevorm het. Die gevolg is dat borskanker toenemend voorkom by vroue wat nog nie gesinsbeplanning voltooi het nie. Kommer oor vrugbaarheid en swangerskap word dikwels by hierdie pasiënte ondervind.
Men and women are equal before the law and any discrimination according to gender and a lot of other things is unfair and plainly unlawful. Ever the medical nerd that I am, my reply was: “Not so. Because while it is so, that before the law, men and women are equal, biologically and specifically medically, they are quite unequal. Therefore, I should have a bigger share of that bottle.” And proceeded to give the following explanation - click to read more:
Osteoporosis is silent. Until it’s not. This brochure helps you spot the warning signs before a fracture changes everything. Learn about modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors, take the IOF One-Minute Risk Test, and explore prevention strategies that go beyond diet and exercise. Whether you’re over 50, caring for ageing parents, or managing chronic conditions, this guide offers actionable steps to protect your future.
From toddlerhood to your golden years, nutrition matters. This fact sheet breaks down the “Big 3” nutrients for bone health: calcium, vitamin D, and protein. Discover how each plays a unique role in building, maintaining, and protecting your skeleton. With age-specific guidance, food sources, and lifestyle tips, this resource empowers families, educators, and health professionals to support bone health at every life stage.
Your bones are talking — are you listening? This guide from the International Osteoporosis Foundation lays out a clear, evidence-based path to lifelong bone strength. Learn how vitamin D, calcium, and targeted exercise work together to prevent fractures, boost mobility, and protect independence as we age. With practical tips, food tables, and expert insights, it’s a must-read about bone health.
Dr Apffelstaedt challenges prevailing misconceptions around “moderate” wine consumption and its health implications. Drawing on clinical research and global data, he advocates for smarter, science-backed messaging that bridges the gap between medical insight and public understanding.
In the United States alone, 2,001,140 new cancer cases are predicted to occur in 2024[1]. When examining the prevalence of breast cancer in sub-Saharan Africa, it's observed that breast cancer makes up between 30% to 40% of all cancer cases [...]
Skildklierkanker, soos baie kankers, is kompleks. Hierdie artikel is oor "wat jy moet weet".
The trend is unmistakable: younger people are being diagnosed with cancer more frequently. Over the past three decades, global research has revealed a concerning surge in early-onset colon and breast cancers, with very little data available on what is driving this disturbing trend.
In this column, Dr Apffelstaedt looks at recommendations concerning endurance or cardiovascular exercise with recommendations for the average couple Jane and John Smith who want to live healthily.
Linda was diagnosed with breast cancer at 45 years of age. She shares her journey to remission here.
Borskanker is die kanker wat die meeste by vroue gediagnoseer word. Vroue oorleef langer, het verhoogde remissiekoerse en leef in baie gevalle so lank soos hul kankervrye eweknieé. Volgens Dr. Justus Apffelstaedt, is die lewe na borskanker” gevolglik 'n toenemend belangrike onderwerp as gevolg van die negatiewe uitwerking van lewensreddende borskankerbehandelings soos kardiovaskulére toksisiteit, beenverlies en meer.
Wéreldwyd word vermoed dat 1,6 miljard mense die risiko loop om 'n skildklierafwyking te hé, en een uit agt vroue sal in hul leeftyd 'n skildklierafwyking ontwikkel. Baie mense is nie bewus dat genetiese faktore hulle waar- skynlikheid om skildkliersiekte te ontwikkel aansienlik kan beinvloed nie. As jy 'n familiegeskiedenis van skildklierprobleme het, of as jy nie lekker voel nie en nie ‘weet hoekom nie, is dit belang rik om jou tiroiedhormoonvlakke te toets.
It is safe to conclude that moderate wine consumption does not interfere with nor enhance a resistance exercise program and so both have their rightful place in a healthy lifestyle. Read Dr Apffelstaedt's latest Winemag column here.
Navorsing dui daarop dat aangesien die risiko van borskanker gekoppel is aan die tydsduur van die gebruik van HVT, dit raadsaam is om dit so ver moontlik teen die laagste dosis vir die korste tydperk te neem. Dit is belangrik om jou persoonlike risiko, HVT-dosering en beplande tydsduur van behandeling vooraf met jou dokter te bespreek.
