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Is your medication changing the way wine tastes?
From age 40 onward, the majority of patients in our practice are on some medication, be it for hypertension, high cholesterol or – the newest fashion – on weight loss medication and still many more. In younger female patients, hormonal contraception is common. It therefore makes sense to examine what is known about the potential interaction between your medication and sense of taste.
World Cancer Day 2025 – Bush Radio interview with Dr Fatima Hoosain
Dr. Fatima Hoosain highlights that lifestyle factors like diet, stress, and lack of exercise can contribute to early-onset cancer. She advises women to start mammograms and screenings earlier and to regularly examine their breasts for any changes
World Cancer Day 2025 – interview with eNCA
Dr. Fatima Hoosain addresses breast and colon cancer, and treatments for younger patients, emphasising early detection and fertility planning. She also highlights cervical cancer prevention through the HPV vaccine and the importance of regular screenings.
World Cancer Day 2025 – interview with ETV
Dr Fatima Hoosain talks about an increase in cancer diagnoses among younger people. The positive aspect is that this trend of increasing early-onset cancer diagnoses is receiving significant attention.
Africa Melane talks to Dr Justus Apffelstaedt about exercise whilst undergoing radiation/chemo treatment.
Dr Apffelstaedt talks about the benefits of regular physical activity for breast cancer patients both during and after treatment, as well as how a healthy exercise routine can help reduce the risk of cancer recurrence.
Voice of the Cape interviews breast cancer survivor, Carla Steyn.
Carla talks about her diagnosis and how she coped with the emotional and psychological aspects of her diagnosis. She also shares how important the support of her family and friends was, and how her perspective on life has changed.