Episodes

  • Welcome to Buddies for Life

    Welcome to Buddies for Life
    Aug 1 2024
    The lifestyle platform for breast cancer survivors.

    Buddies For Life informs and inspires all those who have or are affected by breast cancer or other cancers. Buddies For Life is committed to working with all stakeholders to find solutions aimed at improving the quality, lifestyle, satisfaction, enjoyment and activities of people affected by breast cancer and other cancers.

    Mail us at sandra@buddiesforlife.co.za Visit mybreast.org.za to find out the side effects of each therapy. · Find past issues here · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    Less than 1 minute
  • Art therapy - turning pain into creativity

    Art therapy - turning pain into creativity
    Jul 31 2024
    Sam Davis, an art psychotherapist, explains how art therapy can be cathartic by turning pain into creativity.

    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.

    Sam Davis is an HPCSA registered art psychotherapist who trained at the University of Hertfordshire, UK. For over 24 years, Sam has run a private practice in South Africa, working with adults and children in individual and group settings. She also runs various groups and workshops for personal and professional development and teaches and supervises art therapy trainees. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    5 mins
  • Embracing your sensuality through the five senses

    Embracing your sensuality through the five senses
    Jul 31 2024
    Lisa Welsh, an accredited sex educator, bridges the gap and advises how to reclaim your sensuality, guiding you on a journey back to yourself through the five senses.

    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.

    Lisa Welsh is an accredited sex educator who focuses on helping men who feel frustrated and isolated in their relationships to build stronger, more fulfilling connections with their partners. She serves as the communications lead for My Sexual Health and The World Association for Sexual Health. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    4 mins
  • Using all your senses to eat

    Using all your senses to eat
    Jul 31 2024
    Changes in your senses caused by cancer treatment can significantly impact what and how much you eat. Dietitian, Sindi-marie de Beer, offers guidance on how to combat these changes.

    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.

    Sindi-marie de Beer is a registered dietitian with a passion for imparting positive transformations through the realm of nutrition. She is committed to fostering well-being among those grappling with chronic or life-changing conditions, such as cancer, and the elderly. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    8 mins
  • Frequently asked questions: BRCA gene mutations

    Frequently asked questions: BRCA gene mutations
    Jul 31 2024
    Most have heard of BRCA gene mutations, but do you know enough about them? Here’s frequently asked questions.

    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. Visit SASHG.org · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    5 mins
  • Lost in the pregnant breast cancer jungle

    Lost in the pregnant breast cancer jungle
    Jul 31 2024
    If you find yourself in the pregnant breast cancer jungle, Prof Carol-Ann Benn advises you choose the right boat (a specialist unit) to get you and baby both safe to cover.

    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.

    Prof Carol-Ann Benn heads up an internationally accredited, multi-disciplinary breast cancer centre at Netcare Milpark Hospital. She lectures at Wits University and, in 2002, established the Breast Health Foundation. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    16 mins
  • Phentisilia Dollie - a plan and a purpose

    Phentisilia Dollie - a plan and a purpose
    Jul 31 2024
    For five months, Phentisilia Dollie was unaware she was pregnant and underwent treatment for inflammatory breast cancer. She shares her miracle and why she chooses to trust.

    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.

    Laurelle Williams is the editor at Word for Word Media. She graduated from AFDA with a Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in Live Performance. She has a love for storytelling and sharing emotions through the power of words. Write to editor@buddiesforlife.co.za Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    9 mins
  • Denise Reddy - the makings of a breast cancer warrior

    Denise Reddy - the makings of a breast cancer warrior
    Jul 31 2024
    Denise Reddy shares how love and support from her family, friends, and a new Facebook friend built her up to be a breast cancer warrior.

    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. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
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    6 mins