Sleep Medicine

Sleep Medicine

Good quality, restorative sleep is necessary for optimal physical and psychological wellbeing. Many people struggle with sleep issues and fail to ask for help. Help is available! Common sleep disorders include insomnia, obstructive sleep apnea, circadian rhythm...
Role of Nutrition in Cancer Care

Role of Nutrition in Cancer Care

Article By: Michelle McDermott – B.Dietetics(UP), M.Therapeutic Nutrition(US) Nutrition plays a critical role in cancer care, from diagnosis, through treatment and into survivorship. A patient with cancer presents with specific nutrition demands based on the...
Lymphoedema: What is it and how do we treat it?

Lymphoedema: What is it and how do we treat it?

Gabriella Kourie BSc OT(WITS) In the world of oncology, patients are faced with multiple side effects that can trigger from the various treatments they receive. One of the more common secondary side effects associated with cancer removing surgeries, and in particular...