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  • The 2025 Big C Survivor's Guide: childhood cancers - how is it diagnosed?

    The 2025 Big C Survivor's Guide: childhood cancers - how is it diagnosed?
    Apr 1 2025
    This year we have focused on the diagnostic procedures of various cancers (solid tumours, blood cancers, and childhood cancers) to help you understand what tests will be done, why they are done, and which doctors are likely to do them, as well as the referral pathway.

    In this episode, we cover childhood cancers: leukaemia; brain tumours; lymphoma; neuroblastoma; nephroblastoma; soft tissue sarcoma; and bone tumours.

    This guide is brought to you by Word for Word Media, publishers of Oncology Buddies and Buddies for Life in the interest of education, awareness, and support. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    16 m
  • The 2025 Big C Survivor's Guide: blood cancers - how is it diagnosed?

    The 2025 Big C Survivor's Guide: blood cancers - how is it diagnosed?
    Apr 1 2025
    This year we have focused on the diagnostic procedures of various cancers (solid tumours, blood cancers, and childhood cancers) to help you understand what tests will be done, why they are done, and which doctors are likely to do them, as well as the referral pathway.

    In this episode, we cover blood cancers: leukaemia; lymphomas, and multiple myeloma.

    This guide is brought to you by Word for Word Media, publishers of Oncology Buddies and Buddies for Life in the interest of education, awareness, and support. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    12 m
  • The 2025 Big C Survivor's Guide: solid tumours - how is it diagnosed?

    The 2025 Big C Survivor's Guide: solid tumours - how is it diagnosed?
    Apr 1 2025
    This year we have focused on the diagnostic procedures of various cancers (solid tumours, blood cancers, and childhood cancers) to help you understand what tests will be done, why they are done, and which doctors are likely to do them, as well as the referral pathway. Our hope is that this will outline what you can expect.

    In this episode, we cover solid tumours: breast cancer; colorectal cancer; lung cancer; prostate cancer; nasopharyngeal cancer; skin cancer, and gynaecological cancer.

    This guide is brought to you by Word for Word Media, publishers of Oncology Buddies and Buddies for Life in the interest of education, awareness, and support. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    32 m
  • Welcome to Oncology Buddies

    Welcome to Oncology Buddies
    Apr 1 2025
    Your platform for cancer care.

    Oncology Buddies informs and inspires all those who have or are affected by cancer. Oncology Buddies is committed to working with all stakeholders to find solutions aimed at improving the quality, lifestyle, satisfaction, enjoyment and activities of people affected by cancer. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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  • More than everyday nutrition

    More than everyday nutrition
    Apr 1 2025
    We learn the factual reasons behind why you need more than everyday nutrition when facing a cancer diagnosis and treatment.

    This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that can support chronic illness. Visit lifegain.co.za for more information. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    4 m
  • Cross-species cancer research

    Cross-species cancer research
    Apr 1 2025
    Andrew Robson explores how cancer studies in animals contribute to understanding and treating human cancers.

    This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that can support chronic illness. Visit lifegain.co.za for more information.

    Dr Andrew Robson, a veterinarian based in Mpumalanga, holds a Master of Science Degree and has a special interest in companion animal health and well-being. Passionate about improving pet health and fostering the human-animal bond, he is also a proud dog dad. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    6 m
  • Your tongue health

    Your tongue health
    Apr 1 2025
    Melanie Wright explores tongue health and what it reveals about your well-being, as well as signs of tongue cancer.

    This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that can support chronic illness. Visit lifegain.co.za for more information.

    Melanie Wright is an oral hygienist and is currently working at a specialised prosthodontic practice alongside Dr Michael and Dr van der Linde; they all function as an integral part of the Morningside Head and Neck Oncology Team. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    8 m
  • The unspoken long-term side effects of childhood brain cancer

    The unspoken long-term side effects of childhood brain cancer
    Apr 1 2025
    With May being Brain Cancer Awareness Month, Bonni Suckling highlights the effects of brain cancer treatment, and how the journey never really ends.

    This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that can support chronic illness. Visit lifegain.co.za for more information.

    Bonni Suckling is the founder of Rainbows and Smiles Foundation. In 2022, she completed her Paediatric Post Grad Diploma, a testament to her dedication to improving paediatric healthcare. She has played a pivotal role in establishing paediatric palliative care support groups, offering solace and guidance to families. She is also a gym instructor and endurance athlete. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    8 m
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