Caroline Rich shares tips on how to talk to your doctor about your mental health. 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. Caroline Rich qualified as a radiographer in 1991 and work in the pharmaceutical industry for 25 years. Her area of expertise became oncology/haematology, and she started working in the NGO space in this field 13 years ago. She now works as a patient advocate, guiding and empowering patients and families through their cancer journey.

After eight years of changing treatment regimens to manage Stage 4 lung cancer, Bessie happily reports a major tumour shrinkage thanks to the targeted drug - osimertinib.

Dietitian, Meagan Atcheson, highlights the power of nutritional support in cancer care. Meagan Atcheson is a registered dietitian who focuses specifically in oncology. She is a plant-centric foodie who promotes a nourishing approach to health and wellness using evidence-based research and guidelines only.

Slindokuhle Sibiya describes the hereditary cancer syndromes that increase the risk of uterine and ovarian 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. Slindokuhle Sibiya is a first-year genetic counselling intern at the National Health Laboratory Service. As part of her training, she provides counselling in prenatal, paediatric, and cancer clinics across public hospitals.

Dr Leanne Prodehl explains the intricate process of the Whipple procedure. 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 Leanne Prodehl is an upper gastrointestinal and hepatopancreaticobiliar surgeon at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital with a special interest in oesophageal cancer and multi-disciplinary teams.

Despite a severe complication from a nuclear medicine treatment, Maryke du Toit, who has metastatic pancreatic cancer, would have it again if she had the choice. 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. 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

Dr Lizette Louw explains how peptide receptor radionuclide therapy using Lutetium-177 radiation targets neuroendocrine tumours. 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 Lizette Louw is a nuclear physician with a passion for oncology imaging and nuclear medicine therapy for NETs, thyroid, and prostate cancer. She is well-known and respected nationally and internationally. As a representative of the World Federation of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Biology, she works closely with various international experts.

Dr Angela Murphy looks at the correlation between diabetes and 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. Dr Angela Murphy is a specialist physician practicing at Sunward Park Medical Centre. She retains a special interest in endocrinology and a large part of her practice is diabetes and obesity. She is a member of the Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism of South Africa and the National Osteoporosis Foundation and is actively involved in diabetes patient education.

Dr Michelle King discusses the important topic of when your emotions are unseen, and how invalidation impacts your healing journey. 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 Michelle King is a psychiatrist with a special interest in chronic pain and palliative care. She is dedicated to improving quality of life for patients through compassionate, evidence-based approaches. She currently serves as President of the Pain Society of South Africa (PAINSA). Visit michellekingpsychiatrist.com

Bonni Suckling depicts her mother’s intuition in a fictional monologue of her late son, Jed Brady Thomas-Suckling. 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.

Kusha Kalideen unpacks why genetic testing helps determine prostate cancer treatment, specifically with the use of the targeted drugs, PARPi.

Dr Andrew Robson sheds light on how environmental carcinogens not only affects humans but companion animals too. 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.

Bonni Suckling shares how she concluded what resilience really is: a child wearing cancer. This episode is brought to you by Boston Scientific. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Boston Scientific. 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.

Dr Andrew Robson explores the unseen role of companion animals as caregivers in cancer recovery. This episode is brought to you by Boston Scientific. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Boston Scientific. 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.

Richard Laskey candidly talks about his struggle with addiction, even during his late wife’s cancer diagnosis, and how he chose to get sober and live a life he is satisfied with. This episode is brought to you by Boston Scientific. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Boston Scientific. 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

Dr Jireh Serfontein educates us on the causes of testosterone deficiency in men, as well as natural and medical interventions to manage it. This episode is brought to you by Boston Scientific. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Boston Scientific. Dr Jireh Serfontein is a medical doctor and sexologist who has a special interest in sexual health and HIV management. She is dedicated to providing the highest standard of medical care, focusing on a holistic approach to sexual health that takes into consideration the physical, mental, and emotional health of patients.

Did you know prevention can start on your plate? Lailaa Cajee expands on prostate health on your plate. This episode is brought to you by Boston Scientific. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Boston Scientific. Lailaa Cajee is a pharmacist with a diploma in nutrition and extensive expertise in oncology. Her career encompasses chemotherapy preparation, patient counselling, and the training of future oncology pharmacists. She has a particular professional focus on the critical role of nutrition in cancer management and recovery, striving to integrate evidence-based nutritional strategies into comprehensive oncology care.

Dr Gareth Bydawell explains cryoablation, its indications, patient selection criteria, procedural expectations, and the long-term success rates. This episode is brought to you by Boston Scientific. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Boston Scientific. Dr Gareth Bydawell is an interventional radiologist and partner at Lake Smit and Partners in Durban. He is the chairperson of the RSSA SAINTS subgroup (South African Interventional Society) and is an honorary lecturer at Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital.

Donald Stewart shares his 25-year journey of living with multiple myeloma, giving all glory to God. This episode is brought to you by Boston Scientific. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Boston Scientific. 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

Dr Kerry-Ann Louw explains why self-care needs to be done on a regular basis to be effective. This episode is brought to you by Boston Scientific. Statements of fact and opinions expressed in this episode belong to the contributor and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of Boston Scientific. Dr Kerry-Ann Louw is a consultation-liaison psychiatrist and senior lecturer at Stellenbosch University. She is the Head of Clinical Unit of Adult Psychiatry Services and runs consultation-liaison psychiatry services at Tygerberg Hospital.