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Understanding Haemophilia

This World Haemophilia Day, Busamed would like to share important information that could save lives on this rare genetic disorder.

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Understanding Radiotherapy in the Treatment of Breast Cancer: A Comprehensive Insight - featured image

August 28, 2023

Understanding Radiotherapy in the Treatment of Breast Cancer: A Comprehensive Insight

Being diagnosed with breast cancer is an emotionally draining and challenging experience. Breast cancer starts when cells in the breast begin to divide and grow in an unusual and uncontrolled way. Among the myriad treatment options available, radiotherapy may be recommended as a treatment modality. In this article, Dr. Rob Wilson explains how it works and what to expect.

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August 25, 2023

Busamed Modderfontein staff came out to support Pelo Foundation!

In its efforts to raise awareness and funds, Pelo Foundation sold homemade fresh boerewors roll to staff and patients at Busamed Modderfontein Private Hospital. The initiative was part of the Mandela Month activities hosted by the foundation in July, but the Boerewors rolls became a hit at Busamed.

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August 21, 2023

Never Skip These Important Health Checkups for Your Children

Dr. Jayendra Narsai says regular health checkups is one way to ensure you’re raising healthy happy little ones.

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August 11, 2023

Breaking the Silence: Leukemia

Understanding one of the deadliest cancers to afflict mankind.

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August 4, 2023

Signs of Labour: Contractions and Timing.

Dr. Lynette Augustine delves into five myths and truths about going into labour

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August 1, 2023

Breastfeeding: Its Surprising Mental, Physical and Financial Benefits

Dr. Esther Rockson says as more research is conducted, breastfeeding holds more than just a nutritional benefit for baby.

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July 31, 2023

Celebrating Heroes – August is Organ & Tissue Donor Month!

August is upon us, the time of the year to celebrate our special heroes – organ and tissue donors that save and improve the lives of strangers as an end of life wish. A single donor can save up to seven lives with solid organ donation, such as hearts, lungs, livers and kidneys; and improve … Continued

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July 31, 2023

Colon Cancer Screening

In South Africa the incidence of Colo-rectal cancer is increasing, and it is noted that screening for colon cancer reduces Colo-rectal cancer related morbidity and mortality.

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July 31, 2023

QUE-LESS Hospital Admissions at Busamed

We are pleased to announce that the online pre-admissions form is now available on our websites.

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July 21, 2023

Bilateral Breast Reduction (BBR)

This technique can be used both for cosmetic reductions as well as treatment of early breast cancer in patients with larger breasts.

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July 18, 2023

Moving with Madiba’s Legacy

As we celebrate our beloved hero, here’s how we’ve incorporated Madiba into our everyday lives.

What is the Busamed Way? - featured image

July 4, 2023

What is the Busamed Way?

So many healthcare professionals and patients trust Busamed. Here’s what we’ve put into ‘the Premium Care and Personal Touch’ that we simply call, the Busamed way.

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June 30, 2023

Pelo turns 2!

Pelo Foundation is delighted and grateful to have been able to live up to its slogan: Every Beat Counts to raise funds and awareness for children living with Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).

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June 26, 2023

Fragility Fractures and Osteoporosis

Brittle bones and injuries are common in seniors and usually indicate an underlying problem.

15-Year-Old Cancer Survivor: “It’s a journey of hope and perseverance” - featured image

June 22, 2023

15-Year-Old Cancer Survivor: “It’s a journey of hope and perseverance”

Qiniso Modlane talks to us about moving from stage 3 nasopharyngeal cancer to being in remission.