Welcome to Buddies for Life

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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

2 Apr English South Africa Health & Fitness

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Whistle a happy tune

Sandra Bollen-Hughes elaborates on how a positive quote or song can be used to fill your mind with strength and positivity while treatment is ongoing. Sandra Bollen-Hughes is a counselling psychologist. In 2015 she was diagnosed with breast cancer and realised the great burden of stress that cancer places on…

2 Apr 5 min

Nompumelelo Jwili - I found my calling

Nompumelelo Jwili shares how she found her calling as an oncology nurse. This episode is brought to you by Aspen Pharmacare in the interest of education, awareness, and support. Statements of fact and opinions expressed are those of the contributor and are not the opinion or position of Aspen Pharmacare.

2 Apr 4 min

Let's do chair cardio

Have you ever heard of chair cardio? If you haven’t, Jennifer Dunn explains what it is and how it can benefit you during and after treatment. Jennifer Dunn is an occupational and lymphoedema therapist who also has certification in cancer rehabilitation. Her practice, based in Cape Town, focuses on adult…

2 Apr 6 min

The breast illusions

Prof Carol-Ann Benn uncovers the breast illusions that may look like cancer and warns that when it’s not cancer, you need the master magician to spot the trick. Prof Carol-Ann Benn heads up an internationally accredited, multi-disciplinary breast cancer centre at Netcare Milpark Hospital. She lectures at Wits University and,…

2 Apr 11 min

Nonhlanhla Sephula - ploughing back

Nonhlanhla Sephula tells her story of how breast cancer inspired her to start Risima Foundation so she could spread the hope. This episode is brought to you by Aspen Pharmacare in the interest of education, awareness, and support. Statements of fact and opinions expressed are those of the contributor and…

2 Apr 6 min

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