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IOL – World Thyroid Day
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
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
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
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
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
With permission from IOL, the article by Dr Fatima Hoosain from the IOL Health digimag is featured below:
Events
42nd Annual Medical Congress (Medical Association of Namibia)
Pre-registration is compulsory. Click here to register. Registration fees (21 & 22 July 2023) N$ 2,000 - MAN Members N$ 3,100 - State doctor (non-member), NPPF & NMS members N$ 4,100 - Private doctor (non-member) N$ 1,500 - Interns [...]
Breast Cancer Talk at Creation Wines, Hermanus on 22 OCTOBER 2022
On Saturday, 22 October 2022 Dr Justus Apffelstaedt will be talking about "The evolution of genetics in breast cancer" at Creation Wines, Hermanus. For more information and ticket sales, please email Carolyn Martin at carolyn@creationwines.com. Proceedings will go towards the [...]
