Motorfietsfamilie span saam vir ‘Run for Bennie’
MOKOPANE – Die motorfietsfamilie het Saterdag saamgespan om hul ondersteuning te wys vir die welbekende Bennie Venter wat tans ‘n pad met kanker stap.
Lifestyle changes that can decrease your risk of breast cancer
We all know that smart lifestyle choices directly translate to a healthy mind and body, but did you know that certain lifestyle choices can decrease your risk of breast cancer? A recent review[1] confirmed that lifestyle choices that have been earmarked since 2016 as being of benefit to reducing breast cancer risk, are still valid. These include minimizing your alcohol intake, not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, and ascertaining risk when taking hormone therapy. FutureNews features this article, the Read More button takes you to the full article.
LIFE DURING BREAST CANCER TREATMENT – PREPARATION IS KEY
Our doctors Justus Apffelstaedt and Fatima Hoosain (specialist surgeons with an interest in breast, thyroid, and parathyroid health as well as soft tissue surgical oncology) stress the importance of being prepared for treatment post a breast cancer diagnosis. Whilst the physical side effects of treatment are generally fully discussed, it’s as important for all cancer patients to prepare for the psychological impact of their treatment and the long-term physical realities.
Breast cancer, fertility and pregnancy
A cancer diagnosis in a younger woman obviously requires a multitude of conversations, but one that we are increasingly having is that of fertility. More women are postponing childbearing until they have finished tertiary education, are established in their careers, and have formed stable relationships. For women who have not yet finished family planning, a breast cancer diagnosis has profound implications on their ability to have a child. While breast cancer itself does not have any known effect on fertility, the treatment of it does. Some of the implications and important factors that women should be aware of when undergoing treatment and wanting to fall pregnant are outlined in this article.
BREAST CANCER AND OLDER WOMEN: IS RADIATION NECESSARY?
Selection criteria for radiotherapy after surgery in the elderly have been refined and subgroups identified, in whom radiotherapy may safely be avoided. These are women with small tumours that are strongly oestrogen receptor-positive and where nodes are not infiltrated. These patients present a sizable group of 65+ year-old breast cancer patients. But the news is also good for patients not fulfilling these criteria. Current radiation regimens that are less onerous than the standard 25 – 32 daily radiation sessions are on the scene; and proven effective.
The impact of breast cancer treatments on bone health – Longevity Live
For women undergoing breast cancer treatment, it is a fact that some of their treatments will result in treatment-induced bone loss. For those who are already at risk of bone density loss, this can result in fragility fractures if not managed from the start of treatments. Fragility fractures decrease the quality of life and, if a weight-bearing bone such as the femur is involved, can lead to loss of mobility and through complications, even premature death. This is an important consideration for your medical team to discuss with you.
Fresh Radio chats to Dr Apffelstaedt about breast cancer and pregnancy
Fresh FM discusses how breast cancer is treated when the patient is pregnant. There are complex medical conversations that need to take place to ensure the health of both mother and child during treatment. The full interview is available to listen to here.
Republikein – Breast cancer, Fertility and Pregnancy
Published in Republikein, this article provides detailed information on fertility and pregnancy considerations when diagnosed with breast cancer. The article is free to read on their site from 12:00 each day.
eNCA chats to Dr Hoosain about breast cancer (for World Cancer Day 2024)
World Cancer Day is on 4th February every year. It's all about mobilising awareness of screening and meeting WHO cancer goals. eNCA speaks to Dr Hoosain about what the cancer stats are globally (and locally) and to talk about breast cancer in particular.
Jeanne-Marie’s oncology journey
Jeanne-Marie is 41 years old and has been diagnosed with Stage 2 cancer. She is currently on her treatment plan with Dr Hoosain. She shares her BRCA2 story here.
Mix 93.8 presenter, Sam Lehoko, speaks to Dr. Apffelstaedt about his published work, breast cancer stats and the importance of the consideration of the psychological and long-term effects of breast cancer treatment – during and post treatment
With kind permission from The Morning Wave, Mix 93.8, the full interview is available to be listened to here. This is a great information based interview, filled with Q&A's :
Bush Radio – Dr Hoosain talks about breast cancer; prevention, risk management, and more.
All about breast cancer. This is a great interview with Dr Hoosain (by Bush Radio). They speak about diet and breast cancer, lifestyle changes that you can make and more (for prevention), along with diagnosis and treatment.
Bona – what to proactively prepare for to protect your health post breast cancer treatment
Whilst the physical side effects of treatment are generally fully discussed, it’s as important for all cancer patients to prepare for the psychological impact of their treatment and the long-term physical realities. This article details what to consider.
Cape Town TV is ‘all about breast cancer’ with Dr Hoosain
With huge thanks to Cape Town TV, below is the full interview.
Rooi Rose – Trauma na borskanker
Twee uit elke drie vroue ly onder langtermyntrauma. Klik hier om meer te lees.
Voice of the Cape – speaking about breast cancer with Dr Fatima Hoosain
It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month and one of the very appreciated media supporters is Voice of the Cape. This is an interview with Dr Hoosain around breast health screening and prevention of breast cancer. With permission from Voice of the Cape, the interview clip can be listened to here:
Lotus FM – the “ASK THE DOC” interview with Dr Hoosain
With permission from Lotus FM, the clips below contain an interview with Dr Hoosain. It includes questions from listeners and is in three segments.
CANCER LIFESTYLE EVENT – 28 OCTOBER 2023
The Cancer Lifestyle event aims to bring awareness for breast, ovarian, colon and prostate cancer. The organisers went through a cancer journey with their mother and discovered that they are cancer gene carriers. For more detail and to register, visit the page.
Regular cervical cancer screening is important – a surgeon’s opinion
Cervical cancer screening as seen through the eyes of a surgeon. An article by Dr Fatima Hoosain, this details the importance of cervical cancer screening, and the very treatable cancer that is is, if detected early.
Anne and Diane
Anne is currently 71 years old and was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014. Dr Apffelstaedt diagnosed her, and Anne had Stage 2 cancer at the time. Anne’s daughter Diane, who is 36 years old found that she too, had breast cancer, in 2022. Diagnosed by Dr Fortuin, her cancer was found at Stage 2. Grade 3.
Understanding breast cancer and men
When Graeme Comrie received his breast cancer diagnosis in 2009, it came as a shock for several reasons. At the age of 64, he had been leading a healthy lifestyle, he did his medical check-ups regularly, and lastly, he never thought that – as a male – he could be diagnosed with breast cancer.
Oncoplastic surgery
The treatment of breast cancer goes far beyond merely eliminating the cancer. Oncologists now understand that surgical treatments and radiotherapy must be integrated.
Borskanker sonder die knoppie – is dit gevaarliker?
For a great article by Salome Delport of Rooi Rose, click on the link below (or above) to read more.
Radio 786 has an in-depth conversation about a breast cancer diagnosis and mental health
With kind permission from Radio 786, the full interview with Dr Fatima Hoosain is available here.