Latest News
Glamour magazine features Dr Fatima Hoosain and her insights on cervical cancer screening
Having breast cancer does not put you at a higher risk of getting cervical cancer, nor does having one cancer omit you from developing another unrelated cancer. For that reason, it is of utmost importance for anyone with a cervix to undergo regular cervical cancer screening.
Dr Hoosain was interviewed by VOC in August 2024 – about breast and thyroid health
Dr Hoosain chats to Voice of the Cape about her special interests - breast and thyroid health. She goes into detail on breast health management as well as breast cancer itself. Questions are also taken from listeners.
Busting breast health myths-Future Media News – Namibia
Does it really hurt to have a mammogram and are drinkers really at a higher risk of developing breast cancer? With so many myths and preconceived ideas on the internet and in our minds, it is often difficult to distinguish between fact and fiction. Breast, thyroid, and parathyroid specialists Dr Justus Apffelstaedt and Dr Fatima Hoosain help to debunk some common misconceptions about breast health.
Sexual health and cancer – Longevity Live
A topic that is not frequently discussed is that of intimacy and sexual health post a breast cancer diagnosis. Whilst these conversations do take place between patients and medical practitioners, there is often hesitation about raising questions and discussing the reality of intimate relationships. This article sensitively delves into this topic.
Breast and Bones in Windhoek Express
Breast cancer is the most diagnosed cancer in women. A comprehensive research effort stretching back more than half a century makes breast cancer the most well-understood cancer, with advanced screening and treatment therapies available. Women are surviving longer, have increased remission rates and, in many cases, live as long as their cancer-free counterparts. Consequently, life after breast cancer is an increasingly important topic due to the negative effects of life-saving breast cancer treatments such as cardiovascular toxicity, bone loss and more. This article focuses on bone loss.
Pippa Hudson of Cape Talk speaks to Dr Hoosain about thyroid cancer
The thyroid is one of those glands that you don't really think about. Small as it is, it is crucial. It affects, directly or indirectly, almost every function in our bodies, including our temperature, digestive system and mental development. It [...]
Events
Breast Cancer Talk at Creation Wines, Hermanus on 18 October 2014
On Saturday, 18 October professor Apffelstaedt will be talking about "What we need to know about breast cancer" at Creation Wines, Hermanus. For more information and ticket sales, please email Carolyn Martin at carolyn@creationwines.com. Proceedings will go towards the Tygerberg [...]
Breast Cancer Talk at Thornton Methodist Church on 20 September 2014
On Saturday, 20 September the Thornton Methodist Church ladies group is hosting a Breast Cancer talk at the church hall (cnr of Cypress and Chestnut Street). Karlien La Douce and Dr Zakira Parker from Professor Justus Apffelstaedt and Associates will [...]