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Breast Cancer Awareness Month Giveaway Winner

Congratulations to Rene Kotzee who WINS a Hernuvin Total Rejuvenation Set in honour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! We’re so happy for you Rene! Please send us your contact details (either in a Facebook message or in email) so we can arrange delivery of your prize? IF YOU DIDN’T WIN, DON’T WORRY! WE HAVE A […]

Skin and nail changes from cancer treatment

Your skin and nails may be affected by cancer treatment. There are ways you can look after them. Cancer treatments and skin and nail changes Some cancer treatments may affect your skin and nails. Their condition and appearance may change, depending on the drug or treatment you are having. Tell your doctor or nurse about […]

14 Inspiring Breast Cancer Quotes

Being diagnosed with breast cancer is a life-changing experience. It can be hard to handle the news at first, and even harder to know how to proceed, no matter your prognosis. While everyone’s journey is unique, knowing that others before you have been through something similar can give you the strength and inspiration you need […]

Book Review: My Best Worst Year – A Breast Cancer Story (Alison Tucker)

“Alison, I’ve got bad news.” The voice of the pathologist at the other end of the telephone confirmed for Alison Tucker the news no woman ever wants to hear: she had breast cancer. Once the shock had settled, Alison decided that she would take charge. Not only would she take ownership of the dreaded disease, […]

What to Include in a Cancer Care Package

If someone you know has been diagnosed with cancer, you want to make the situation better, but you don’t always know the best way. While you can’t change your loved one’s diagnosis or treatment, you can do something to make that process a little more pleasant, especially if chemotherapy treatment is involved. Chemo treatments can […]

A Soothing Skincare Routine Before and After Chemo

Overview Chemotherapy is a common treatment for cancer. It has many potential benefits when it comes to effectively treating cancer, but it also tends to cause side effects. Among other possible side effects, chemo may cause changes to the texture, color, or health of your skin. You can take steps to manage the skin-related side […]

Cancer Patients Need Emotional Care, Too

Besides the physical challenges of treatment, cancer patients also travel an emotional journey. Fear, anxiety and depression can happen while dealing with the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation. That’s why it is important to address how a patient is coping in addition to how he or she is physically feeling. According to Cure.com, the […]

Women’s Month Giveaway Winner

Congratulations to Leatitia du Toit who WINS a Hernuvin Total Rejuvenation Set in honour of Women’s Month! We’re so happy for you Leatitia! Please send us your contact details (either in a Facebook message or in email) so we can arrange delivery of your prize? IF YOU DIDN’T WIN, DON’T WORRY! WE HAVE A WOMENS […]