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IOL – World Thyroid Day

Nicole Capper2023-05-26T10:06:09+02:00News|

Many South Africans are still unaware of what the thyroid is, let alone the impact of thyroid cancer. This lack of awareness makes it challenging for individuals to detect and diagnose thyroid diseases early, which can significantly affect their chances of recovery. The importance of early detection and diagnosis cannot be overstated. Thyroid cancer is one of the fastest-growing cancers globally, and it affects people of all ages and genders. Early detection and diagnosis can increase the chances of successful treatment and recovery. The full article is available here.

Good Hope FM interview for World Thyroid Day

Nicole Capper2023-05-24T16:06:57+02:00News|

With permission from Good Hope FM, the interview with Dr Hoosain about thyroid cancer is available to listen to:

Lotus FM speaks to Dr Hoosain about thyroid cancer

Nicole Capper2023-05-23T15:48:51+02:00News|

With permission from Lotus FM, these clips are an interview with Dr Hoosain about the thyroid (what it is and what it does) as well as thyroid cancer - a treatable disease.

The Star – What you need to know about thyroid diseases

Nicole Capper2023-05-23T10:12:50+02:00News|

The thyroid, small as it is, is a crucial gland in the body. As we approach World Thyroid Day 2023, this article details thyroid disease and cancer symptoms whilst imparting the critical message that 'early detection is important'.

City Press – Early diagnosis of breast cancer is essential

Nicole Capper2023-05-03T10:02:59+02:00News|

City Press published this article around the detection of rare forms of breast cancer on 30 April 2023. https://www.news24.com/citypress/news/early-breast-cancer-diagnosis-crucial-20230430

IOL Health-Why young women might be at a disadvantage in the early detection of breast cancer

Nicole Capper2023-04-17T09:35:11+02:00News|

With permission from IOL, the article by Dr Fatima Hoosain from the IOL Health digimag is featured below:

Radio 786 interviews Dr Hoosain about her career and passion

Nicole Capper2023-03-15T15:47:45+02:00News|

With permission from Radio 786, the interview clips are available to listen to:

Specialist Forum – Breast Health – a vital part of each women’s journey – no matter what age

Nicole Capper2023-03-03T10:33:39+02:00News|

With permission from Specialist Forum, the article by Dr Hoosain is featured below:

Bush Radio and Dr Fatima Hoosain

Nicole Capper2023-02-03T11:57:29+02:00News|

Prior to World Cancer Day on the 4th February, Bush Radio chatted to Dr Fatima Hoosain about breast cancer. It's a really insightful interview and with kind permission from Bush Radio, the full interview can be listened to here. [...]

Expresso chats to Carla Steyn, who has breast cancer, along with Dr Fatima Hoosain – about breast cancer and the younger woman

Nicole Capper2023-01-31T17:42:34+02:00News|

With permission from Expresso, the full clips are available to view:

Voice of the Cape chatted to Dr Hoosain about breast cancer and the younger woman

Nicole Capper2023-01-26T15:22:37+02:00News|

With kind permission from Voice of the Cape, the full interview is available to listen to:

Breast cancer and the younger women – kykNET chats to Dr Hoosain and Carla Steyn

Nicole Capper2023-01-19T14:54:10+02:00News|

Carla was kind enough to share her story on kykNET; a story about being diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 32. Dr Hoosain joined her in an interview around "Breast cancer and the younger woman." To watch the [...]

Your Wellness Matters

Nicole Capper2022-10-31T16:24:37+02:00News|

That spectacular coverage was afforded by My Wellness Matters! With their permission, the full media clips are below:

CCFM speaks to Dr Hoosain about what the effects are of a breast cancer diagnosis

Nicole Capper2022-10-25T17:08:25+02:00News|

With permission from CCFM, the interview with Dr Hoosain is available to be listened to below. This is a beautifully positive interview about breast cancer!

Channel Africa speaks to Dr Apffelstaedt about cancer and the younger patient and The Ditto Project

Nicole Capper2022-10-24T14:17:53+02:00News|

With permission from Channel Africa, the full interview clips with Dr Apffelstaedt are below:

Lotus FM speaks to Dr Fatima Hoosain about The Ditto Project

Nicole Capper2022-10-20T15:22:54+02:00News|

This was SUCH a great interview as it really unpacked the psychological effects of a breast cancer diagnosis, as well as the physical. Our thanks to LotusFM for the permission to upload the clip. The full interview is here. [...]

Sipokazi Fokazi and The Ditto Project (TimesLive and Daily Dispatch)

Nicole Capper2022-10-19T10:49:23+02:00News|

A wonderful article about The Ditto Project was written by Sipokazi Fokazi for TimesLive and syndicated onto Daily Dispatch, who have given us permission to upload the published article. Our thanks for the exposure!

Expresso speaks to Dr Hoosain and the spectacular Ruth! A beneficiary of The Ditto Project

Nicole Capper2022-10-19T10:59:28+02:00News|

With permission from Expresso, the interview clips are below. Enjoy!

Cape Talk Speaks To Dr Apffelstaedt About Breast Cancer And Men

Nicole Capper2022-08-18T18:55:27+02:00News|

Refilwe Moloto spoke to Dr Apffelstaedt on Wednesday, 17th August about Breast Cancer and Men. To listen to the full clip, click on: https://www.capetalk.co.za/articles/452348/don-t-ignore-the-lump-reminder-that-men-can-get-breast-cancer-too

THE BRCA GENE – published with permission from FIT LIFE and HIGHBURY MEDIA – written by GLYNIS HORNING

Nicole Capper2022-08-18T18:55:28+02:00News|

Dear Apffelstaedt, Hoosain and Associates patients

Nicole Capper2022-08-19T08:43:26+02:00News|

Cancer doesn’t stop in post-pandemic times. We provide an essential service and we strive to offer excellent patient care. We are situated outside of a hospital environment and do not attend to patients with general or respiratory complaints, which minimises [...]

The Evolution of Genetics in Breast Cancer – Health & Wellness Insights, April 2022

Nicole Capper2022-08-18T18:55:29+02:00News|

The Evolution of Genetics in Breast Cancer – Medical Chronicle

Nicole Capper2022-08-18T18:55:30+02:00News|

Dr Apffelstaedt to present at the 41st Medical Congress in Namibia (taking place on 8th and 9th April)

Nicole Capper2022-08-18T18:55:32+02:00News|

Dr Apffelstaedt will be talking about the Changing Landscape of Genetics in Breast Cancer at the 41st Medical Congress (Medical Association of Namibia). The programme is below:

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