Apffelstaedt, Hoosain & Associates - Breast & Thyroid Health

02/12/2025

Curious about breast and thyroid health?

Our article library offers clear, information-based resources written by Dr Hoosain and Dr Apffelstaedt.

From understanding breast cancer risks and fertility concerns to thyroid nodules, surgery, and postpartum thyroiditis, the articles provide facts, context, and guidance to help you make informed decisions about your health.

Whether you’re looking for clinical updates, explanations of common conditions, or practical advice, you’ll find reliable information to support your care journey.

Explore the full collection: https://www.apffelstaedt-hoosain.com/articles/

27/11/2025

More young adults are being diagnosed with cancer, often in their 30s and 40s, and long before routine screenings begin.
The causes are complex, but the need for awareness, early detection, and lifestyle shifts is urgent.
This Health-e News Service article explores the rising trend, the possible risk factors, and what you can do to protect yourself and your loved ones:
https://health-e.org.za/2025/06/20/the-growing-concern-of-early-onset-cancers-and-what-you-can-do-cancer/

In my practice, we have experienced a 30% increase in the number of patients under the age of 40 who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.

25/11/2025

Your thyroid may be small, but it plays a powerful role in your overall well-being. So, when you hear the term “thyroid nodule,” it’s natural to feel uncertain or even anxious.
But not all nodules are dangerous, and understanding what they are can help you feel more informed and less overwhelmed.

This article offers clear insight into what thyroid nodules are, why they form, and when to seek medical advice.
If you’ve noticed changes in your energy, mood, or neck area, or simply want to learn more about thyroid health, this is a gentle, empowering place to start.

Read the full article here: https://www.apffelstaedt-hoosain.com/thyroid-nodules-what-are-they-and-should-you-be-worried/

21/11/2025

Dr. Apffelstaedt sal beskikbaar wees om pasiënte in Windhoek te sien van 24 – 28 November 2025.
Al sy Windhoek-datums vir die res van die jaar kan op ons webwerf gevind word: https://www.apffelstaedt-hoosain.com/contact-us-namibia-2.
Om 'n konsultasie te bespreek, kontak asseblief die Paramount Healthcare Centre.
Tel: 061 287 1103 of 061 287 1125 of e-pos: apffelstaedt@paramounthcc.com.na

19/11/2025

This International Men’s Day, we honour the strength, vulnerability, and complexity of men’s health, and we’re calling for a shift: from silence to self-care.
Physical and mental health go hand in hand.
When men are informed, supported, and encouraged to speak up, they’re better equipped to detect changes early, seek help, and protect their future.
Graeme’s story reminds us that breast cancer doesn’t only affect women. Though rare, it can and does occur in men, often diagnosed late due to lack of awareness.
By sharing his journey, Graeme helps break the silence and empower others to take charge of their well-being.
Learn more about male breast cancer and how to take proactive steps toward wellness:
http://www.apffelstaedt-hoosain.com/understanding-breast-cancer-and-men/

13/11/2025

Meet Lyn!
Lyn is a generalist with a quiet passion for women’s health, especially breast and thyroid wellness. She brings intuition, compassion, and a deep curiosity to every conversation, always attuned to each patient’s unique experience and concerns.
Her interest in sexology, psychology, and pleasure activism reflects a belief that well-being includes joy, connection, and emotional truth.
Lyn finds renewal in yoga, the natural world, music, literature, theatre, and dance. These are more than interests, they are sources of healing, creativity, and presence that enrich her life and relationships.

11/11/2025

When it comes to breast cancer, some risk factors are beyond our control. But others, like how we care for our bodies, can be shaped with small, steady steps.
In this article, Dr Fatima Hoosain and Dr Justus Apffelstaedt offer thoughtful, evidence-based guidance on lifestyle changes that may help reduce breast cancer risk. They explore the impact of alcohol, smoking, weight, and hormone therapy, always mindful that each woman’s journey is her own.
If you’re seeking gentle, practical ways to support your health, this piece may offer a reassuring place to begin.
Read the full article – https://www.apffelstaedt-hoosain.com/lifestyle-changes-that-can-decrease-your-risk-of-breast-cancer-3/

06/11/2025

Dr Apffelstaedt will be available to see patients in Windhoek from 24 – 28 November 2025.
All his Windhoek dates for the rest of the year can be found on our website: https://www.apffelstaedt-hoosain.com/contact-us-namibia-2.
To book a consultation, please contact the Paramount Healthcare Centre.
Tel: 061 287 1103 or 061 287 1125 or Email: apffelstaedt@paramounthcc.com.na

Our dedicated and highly qualified, multi-disciplinary team provides both breast and thyroid clinical consultations and mammography, ultrasound screening and diagnostic services. The team assists you in proactively managing your health, as well as guiding you through disease diagnoses and treatment....

04/11/2025

Movember is more than a moustache; it’s a movement that challenges silence around men’s health, including a condition many don’t realise affects men too: breast cancer.
Awareness saves lives.
Male breast cancer may be rare, but it’s real. Symptoms like lumps, ni**le changes, or skin dimpling often go unnoticed or unspoken.
That’s why this month, we’re urging men to pay attention to their bodies, speak up about changes, and seek medical advice early.
Learn more about male breast cancer and how we can support early diagnosis: https://www.apffelstaedt-hoosain.com/services-list/breast-health/male-breast-cancer/

31/10/2025

Tydens ’n insiggewende verskyning op Die GROOT Ontbyt het Dr. Fatima Hoosain die komplekse kulturele lae ontleed wat borskanker-ervarings in Suid-Afrika vorm.
Sy het lig gewerp op hoe diepgewortelde oortuigings oor heksery, sonde en skaamte steeds pasiëntgedrag beïnvloed, en dikwels die pad na diagnose, behandeling en toegang tot lewensreddende sorg vertraag.
Kyk die volledige onderhoud hier: https://www.apffelstaedt-hoosain.com/die-groot-ontbyt/

Van vrese vir heksery tot stilte gewortel in skaamte, het sy ontrafel hoe stigma diagnose en behandeling vertraag – veral in minderbevoorregte gemeenskappe. Haar oproep tot deernisvolle, kultureel sensitiewe sorg herinner ons daaraan dat begrip die eerste stap na genesing is.

31/10/2025

Not every recipe is about ingredients. Some are about intention.
Margot Fourie’s pap recipe came with a message that speaks to the quiet strength behind healing:
“Be still & know that I am God – let go of the steering wheel.”
Her words reflect the inner stillness that often accompanies uncertainty and the faith it takes to move through it. Thank you, Margot, for sharing your recipe and your presence.
https://www.apffelstaedt-hoosain.com/the-pap-test/ -test-recipes

Our dedicated and highly qualified, multi-disciplinary team provides both breast and thyroid clinical consultations and mammography, ultrasound screening and diagnostic services. The team assists you in proactively managing your health, as well as guiding you through disease diagnoses and treatment....