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CCFM speaks to Dr Apffelstaedt about the use of AI in mammography
This interview unpacks the accuracy of AI interpretation in mammography. AI enhanced mammography interpretation is at least as good as a mammography reader and Dr Apffelstaedt explains how it works.
Lotus FM speaks to Dr Apffelstaedt about AI assisted mammography
The interview explains what AI assisted mammography is, and what the value is. With kind permission, the full interview is available to listen to. Click the Read More link.
Channel Africa talks to Prof Apffelstaedt about AI in mammography
Prof Apffelstaedt chats about how AI is very beneficial in mammography and how far science has come in the successful treatment of breast cancer.
Dr Fatima Hoosain talks about thyroid cancer.
The thyroid and its functions are not well-known to many people, despite its importance. In a recent Radio 786 interview, Dr. Hoosain sheds light on thyroid cancer, discussing its development, symptoms, and available treatments.
Dr Fatima Hoosain talks about cervical cancer.
Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer among women in our country, but it is preventable. Dr Hoosain talks about what can be done to reverse this concerning issue and why screening and the HPV vaccine are important.
Bush Radio speaks to Dr. Fatima Hoosain about cervical cancer and the HPV vaccine.
1 in every 42 women have cervical cancer, and 80% of cervical cancer is caused by HPV however, cervical cancer is preventable. In recognition of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Hoosain talks about the need for better gynaecological health care, the importance of screening, and the HPV vaccine.
Events
Breast Cancer Talk at Creation Wines, Hermanus on 18 October 2014
On Saturday, 18 October professor Apffelstaedt will be talking about "What we need to know about 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 Tygerberg [...]
Breast Cancer Talk at Thornton Methodist Church on 20 September 2014
On Saturday, 20 September the Thornton Methodist Church ladies group is hosting a Breast Cancer talk at the church hall (cnr of Cypress and Chestnut Street). Karlien La Douce and Dr Zakira Parker from Professor Justus Apffelstaedt and Associates will [...]