Good Hope FM speaks to Dr Apffelstaedt about breast cancer and breast cancer stages
A great interview that unpacks the various stages of breast cancer and the treatment options. Aired on 13th October, the full clip is below:
Are South Africa’s socially deprived at greater risk for breast cancer mortality?
By Dr Justus Apffelstaedt and Dr Fatima Hoosain, specialist surgeons with an interest in breast, thyroid and parathyroid health as well as soft tissue surgical oncology. While the fierce and ongoing debate around the standard of our public health system [...]
Dr Fatima Hoosain speaks to Voice of the Cape about social deprivation and breast cancer
On Wednesday, 11th August, Dr Hoosain spoke to Voice of the Cape about social deprivation and the impact on breast cancer risk and treatment. The entire interview is available below:
Benito Vergotine of SmileFM speaks to Dr Apffelstaedt about social deprivation and the impact and reality for breast cancer
The Honest Truth (hosted by Benito Vergotine), spoke to Dr Apffelstaedt about the current public health system infrastructure, social deprivation in SA and the impact on women when it comes to breast cancer.
Schilddrüsenkrebs: Was man wissen muss
Published in Allgemeine Zeitung on Tuesday, 8th June 2021
What is pregnancy associated breast cancer?
By Dr Fatima Hoosain, specialist surgeon at Apffelstaedt & Associates with a particular interest in breast and thyroid health Published in Longevity Live on 9 April 2021 Pregnancy associated breast cancer (PABC) is defined as breast cancer that is diagnosed [...]
Breast cancer and depression on SAfm
Dr Apffelstaedt spoke to SAfm about breast cancer and depression on Monday evening (15 March). To listen to the podcast, click through to the page and press PLAY.
Apffelstaedt, Hoosain and Associates renamed to welcome new associate
The established Apffelstaedt & Associates practice is renamed Apffelstaedt, Hoosain & Associates from 1 March 2021. Founded by Dr Justus Apffelstaedt in 2002, Apffelstaedt and Associates is internationally and locally recognised for its excellence, with their highly qualified team often [...]
Breast cancer during Covid-19 on Expresso
Dr Apffelstaedt spoke to Expresso on the 2nd February about breast cancer during Covid-19. They speak about treatment and diagnosis during pandemic situations, as well as the vaccination and whether to worry about taking it whilst being treated for cancer. [...]
COVID-19 and the cost to cancer patients on Voice of the Cape
Voice of the Cape spoke to Dr Apffelstaedt on Monday, 1st February about breast cancer in general and the specific negative effects of the pandemic on breast cancer diagnoses and breast health management. The full interview is available in the [...]
COVID-19 and the cost to cancer patients
Featured in Republikein on the 29th January - Dr Apffelstaedt covers an important topic.
Is your thyroid on the blink?
Dr Apffelstaedt supplied Your Pregnancy & Baby with info on Thyroid health, which was featured in December 2020.
Breast Cancer and hormonal contraceptive use
By Dr Fatima Hoosain, specialist surgeon with a particular interest in breast and thyroid health. We answer the big question: Are contraceptives safe? Advances of the 21st century have brought all kinds of helpful medical interventions to be grateful for. [...]
Cancer during Covid-19 – Saturday Weekend Argus
Great article in the Saturday Weekend Argus of the 4th July. How Covid-19 is affecting cancer as oncology patients delay procedures due to full hospitals and a fear of infection.
Depression – The Often-unseen Side-effect Of Breast Cancer
Published by Women On Top During the current COVID-19 pandemic, breast health concerns, depression, and anxiety around breast cancer is still a reality for many women. Breast Cancer does not stop during a pandemic. In these uncertain times, it is even more [...]
Dr Apffelstaedt on Ekse on Cape Town TV
Dr Apffelstaedt sat down with Ekse on Cape Town TV on World International Cancer Day to speak about how genetic testing can prevent 1 in 3 cases of cancer and Breast Cancer in general.
Fine Music Radio’s People of Note: Doctor Justus Apffelstaedt
In an interview with Dragana Jevtovic of Fine Music Radio in 2013, Doctor Justus Apffelstaedt, specialist surgeon with a particular interest in breast, thyroid and parathyroid health management, was interviewed as a Person Of Note. Enjoy this past interview as Doctor Justus [...]
Dr Apffelstaedt on Afternoon Express discussing breast cancer
Dr Apffelstaedt joined the Afternoon Express team in studio to discuss breast cancer and early detection for Breast Cancer Awareness month as it comes to an end. Watch the interview here:
Dr Apffelstaedt dicusses breast cancer in men on Cape Talk’s Weekend Breakfast
LISTEN: on October 5th Doctor Justus Apffelstaedt was a guest on Cape Talk's Weekend Breakfast with Africa Melane where they discussed Breast Cancer in Men. Listen to the interview here:
Tackling the stigma of Breast Cancer this Women’s Month
Published in Spice4Life. While October is traditionally Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the importance of discussing this very common disease in Women’s Month cannot be overlooked – after all, Breast Cancer is the most commonly diagnosed, yet highly curable disease among [...]
Depression: The Often Unseen Side Effect Of Breast Cancer
Published in LongevityLive. Depression is a powerful and understandable side effect of a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. There are a number of reasons why – from the trauma of your diagnosis, to the physiological side effects of the [...]
Doctor Apffelstaedt discusses on CapeTalk the connection between hormonal IUD’s and Breast Cancer risk
LISTEN: On 27 June, Doctor Justus Apffelstaedt was a guest on the CapeTalk's Afternoons with Pippa Hudson show where he unpacked an international study linking breast cancer to hormone-releasing IUDs.
Is there a link between breast cancer risk and birth control devices?
Published in Cosmopolitan. Commentary by: Dr Justus Apffelstaedt, specialist surgeon with an interest in breast, thyroid and parathyroid health as well as soft tissue oncology Q&A: Could your birth control device or medication be increasing your risk of Breast Cancer? [...]
Doctor Apffelstaedt discusses on PowerFM the link between breast cancer and certain IUDs
LISTEN: On 20 May, Doctor Justus Apffelstaedt was a guest on the Power FM 98.7 Power Lunch show where he unpacked an international study linking breast cancer to hormone-releasing IUDs.