Latest News
A chat with Cape Talk about collaboration between medical and traditional healthcare providers and treatment options
A chat with Clarence Ford about the rural versus urban divide and some detailed conversations around treatment options and when breast-related conversations should start. The full interview is available to listen to here.
eNCA speaks to Dr Hoosain about the stigma’s that still exist around breast cancer
Even in today's times, there are still stigma's and beliefs that exist about breast cancer. This important conversation explains why it's so important that women understand that breast cancer is a disease, and that it can be treated, and that self-examination and screening saves lives.
CCFM chats with Dr Hoosain about why not enough breast health conversations are taking place and why they should!
Dr Hoosain outlines why there are not enough breast health conversations taking place and why these conversations are important. She also touches on how churches can play a role in opening up positive conversations around breast health.
On cooking with wine – the scientific basis – Winemag
Wine is in essence put into food for 3 reasons: 1. To add acidity 2. To soften proteins, notably meat 3. To provide taste in food. This article breaks down exactly how it works.
A chat with Cape Pulpit and Dr Hoosain about cultural misperceptions around breast cancer
Cape Pulpit speaks to Dr Hoosain about cultural misperceptions around breast cancer, and with permission, is available to listen to here.
Lotus FM has a chat with Dr Hoosain about self-care (and of course breast health)
Lotus FM chats to Dr Hoosain about self-care and the conversations that women should be having to dispel some of the myths and fears around breast health care. The full interview is available to listen to here.
Events
CUPPA FOR CANSA & Breast Cancer Talk at Val de Vie on 11 October 2014
On Saturday, 11 October Professor Justus Apffelstaedt will be talking about everything you should know about breast cancer at the Cuppa for CANSA event at Val de Vie. Tickets cost R150 p/p and include breakfast and a performance by Emile [...]
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 [...]
