When do I need palliative care?
From Buddies For Life by Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard
February 3, 2026 · 5 min
About this episode
Dr Margie Venter discusses when palliative care is needed, using Winnie the Pooh as a reference.
With the help of Winnie the Pooh, Dr Margie Venter answers the question of when palliative care is needed. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that can support chronic illness. Visit lifegain.co.za for more information. Dr Margie Venter is an oncologist and palliative care doctor based in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. She is a the Clinical Director of PALPRAC, the Association of Palliative Care Practitioners of South Africa, an organisation that provides national leadership and advocacy for the equitable provision of palliative care to all South Africans. Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · LinkedIn
People in this episode
Guest: Dr Margie Venter
Topics covered
- palliative care
- chronic illness
- oncology
- nutrition
- healthcare advocacy
Keywords
- palliative care
- chronic illness
- oncologist
- nutrition supplement
- healthcare
Sponsors
Lifegain
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: PALPRAC
Books & works: Winnie the Pooh
Places: Stellenbosch, Western Cape
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