Buddies For Life is a bi-monthly lifestyle magazine, published by Word for Word Media in association with the Breast Health Foundation, for breast cancer patients, their families and friends. It was launched in June 2011, and 22 issues have been published to date with many more to come.
The glossy print and online magazine aims to educate, encourage and provide support. An array of medical professionals and experts write supportive and educational articles for the magazine on topics such as treatment, health and wellness, diet, fitness, sexuality, new advances and psychological advice that will assist those affected by cancer to understand the disease and treatment.
The content is essential reading written in a style that simplifies terminology. Super Survivor is featured on the cover of every issue and the breast cancer survivor’s story is told. On the Chemo Couch is another platform for survivors to share their unique story.
In keeping with the aims of the Breast Health Foundation, each issue contains a section dedicated to the early detection and awareness of breast cancer.
Oncology Buddies, supported by CANSA, is a new section within the magazine catering for other cancer awareness, early detection and various support groups.
Buddies For Life is available in print at hospitals, private clinics, oncology practises, 
mammography units, radiology centres and support groups. Medipost courier the distribution of the print magazines to all the various distribution points.
A digital version is also available on www.buddiesforlife.co.za and yearly subscriptions are offered.
The Breast Health Foundation is one of the partner organisations in the Advocates for Breast Cancer (ABC)
ABC - Advocates For Breast Cancer: South Africa 