Episodes

  • Welcome to Oncology Buddies

    Welcome to Oncology Buddies
    Dec 3 2024
    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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    Less than 1 minute
  • 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?
    Dec 2 2024
    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 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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    16 mins
  • 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?
    Dec 2 2024
    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 mins
  • 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?
    Dec 2 2024
    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 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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    32 mins
  • Honouring yourself daily

    Honouring yourself daily
    Dec 2 2024
    Mel Fourie suggests ancient wellness practices to focus on yourself and give yourself the honour you deserve.

    This episode 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.

    Melody Fourie is an AADP board certified holistic health practitioner and transformational nutritionist. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Holistic Health Science; a Bachelor of Science in Holistic Nutrition and Botanical Medicine; a Master of Natural Medicine; and a Doctorate in Alternative Medicine. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    5 mins
  • Kidney cancer - more hope than ever

    Kidney cancer - more hope than ever
    Dec 2 2024
    Dr Sylvia Rodrigues expands on why there is more hope than ever when looking at the treatment options for kidney cancer.

    Dr Sylvia Rodrigues is a clinical oncologist who works in Alberton, Gauteng. She participates in weekly oncology multi-disciplinary meetings and is a member of the Alberton breast cancer multi-disciplinary team. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    6 mins
  • The gift of giggles

    The gift of giggles
    Dec 2 2024
    We learn how Reach For A Dream’s Laughter Hero Programme is sharing the gift of giggles with children undergoing cancer treatment.

    This episode 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.

    Chloe Katompa is the Head of Operations at Reach For A Dream, where she has been an integral member of the team for the past eight years. As a relentless pursuer of excellence, Chloe possesses extensive experience in formulating and executing operational strategies aimed at achieving performance targets and maximising organisational value. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    5 mins
  • Circumcision lowers risk of cervical cancer

    Circumcision lowers risk of cervical cancer
    Dec 2 2024
    Dr Khumbulani Moyo advocates why men should circumcise to lower the risk of their female partners developing cervical cancer.

    This episode 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.

    Dr Khumbulani Moyo is head of the Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision programme at Right to Care. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    4 mins