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Nearly 5 000 children are living with blood cancer – you can help

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Blood cancer, a term covering several malignant diseases of the bone marrow or blood-forming system, accounts for 33% of all childhood cancers in South Africa. Currently, nearly 5 000 children are living with the condition. For parents and caregivers, the emotional and financial strain can be overwhelming, often leaving them struggling to cope. Palesa Mokomele, […]

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Hair after cancer: Medical expert shares what to expect

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In a society where a woman’s hair is often her ‘crowning glory’, many cancer patients face a double burden: fighting for their lives while simultaneously grieving the loss of their hair and a core part of their identity. So, one medical expert is calling for greater attention to an often-overlooked aspect of cancer treatment and

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Breast cancer on the rise in younger South African women

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Breast cancer, the most prevalent cancer among South African women, is increasingly being detected in women under 40. This trend mirrors global patterns, where younger women are being diagnosed with more aggressive forms of the disease, underscoring the need for early detection and awareness. A recent study in the United States found that breast cancer

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Understanding childhood cancer: What every parent should know

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Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health coverage, explores childhood cancer, its types, signs and what to expect if your child is diagnosed. “September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to recognise the challenges young cancer patients and their families face,” says Murray Hewlett, CEO of Affinity Health. “While childhood cancer is relatively

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Sun chaser or couch potato – actinic keratosis affects you, too

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Actinic keratosis (AK) is a precancerous skin disease that not enough people are talking about. Most people brush it off as nothing more than dry skin, but its symptoms are clear enough to differentiate it from other everyday skin concerns. While more men are in tune with their skin’s needs today than ever before, the

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Understanding prostate cancer and the power of early detection

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Did you know that prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men? Around 11% of men will face this diagnosis in their lifetime. But there’s hope: early detection is key. What puts you at risk? Screening saves lives Depending on your risk factors, screening could start as early as 40. Don’t wait –

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