What is pregnancy associated breast cancer?

By Dr Fatima Hoosain, specialist surgeon at Apffelstaedt & Associates with a particular interest in breast and thyroid health Published in Longevity Live on 9 April 2021 Pregnancy associated breast cancer (PABC) is defined as breast cancer that is diagnosed during pregnancy or in the first postpartum year. What is my risk of pregnancy associated…

17.03.2021

Breast cancer and depression on SAfm

Dr Apffelstaedt spoke to SAfm about breast cancer and depression on Monday evening (15 March). To listen to the podcast, click through to the page and press PLAY.

01.03.2021

Apffelstaedt, Hoosain and Associates renamed to welcome new associate

The established Apffelstaedt & Associates practice is renamed Apffelstaedt, Hoosain & Associates from 1 March 2021. Founded by Dr Justus Apffelstaedt in 2002, Apffelstaedt and Associates is internationally and locally recognised for its excellence, with their highly qualified team often approached for media commentary on topics relating to breast, thyroid and parathyroid health matters. Dr…

03.02.2021

Breast cancer during Covid-19 on Expresso

Dr Apffelstaedt spoke to Expresso on the 2nd February about breast cancer during Covid-19. They speak about treatment and diagnosis during pandemic situations, as well as the vaccination and whether to worry about taking it whilst being treated for cancer. There are three separate clips as viewers were able to call in too.

02.02.2021

COVID-19 and the cost to cancer patients on Voice of the Cape

Voice of the Cape spoke to Dr Apffelstaedt on Monday, 1st February about breast cancer in general and the specific negative effects of the pandemic on breast cancer diagnoses and breast health management. The full interview is available in the sound file.

29.01.2021

COVID-19 and the cost to cancer patients

Featured in Republikein on the 29th January – Dr Apffelstaedt covers an important topic.

10.12.2020

Is your thyroid on the blink?

Dr Apffelstaedt supplied Your Pregnancy & Baby with info on Thyroid health, which was featured in December 2020.

16.11.2020

Breast Cancer and hormonal contraceptive use

By Dr Fatima Hoosain, specialist surgeon with a particular interest in breast and thyroid health. We answer the big question: Are contraceptives safe? Advances of the 21st century have brought all kinds of helpful medical interventions to be grateful for. Contraception is likely one of the most welcome interventions for women. By providing women the…

08.07.2020

Cancer during Covid-19 – Saturday Weekend Argus

Great article in the Saturday Weekend Argus of the 4th July. How Covid-19 is affecting cancer as oncology patients delay procedures due to full hospitals and a fear of infection.

20.05.2020

Depression – The Often-unseen Side-effect Of Breast Cancer

Published by Women On Top During the current COVID-19 pandemic, breast health concerns, depression, and anxiety around breast cancer is still a reality for many women. Breast Cancer does not stop during a pandemic. In these uncertain times, it is even more important to be aware of the connection between depressive symptoms and breast cancer. Women who…

03.03.2020

Dr Apffelstaedt on Ekse on Cape Town TV

Dr Apffelstaedt sat down with Ekse on Cape Town TV on World International Cancer Day to speak about how genetic testing can prevent 1 in 3 cases of cancer and Breast Cancer in general.

20.02.2020

Fine Music Radio’s People of Note: Doctor Justus Apffelstaedt

In an interview with Dragana Jevtovic of Fine Music Radio in 2013, Doctor Justus Apffelstaedt, specialist surgeon with a particular interest in breast, thyroid and parathyroid health management, was interviewed as a Person Of Note. Enjoy this past interview as Doctor Justus Apffelstaedt discusses Breast Cancer and more. People of Note interview:

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