How age plays a role in your treatment

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Social worker, Avril de Beer, explains the various life stages you could be in when diagnosed and how this plays a role in your treatment plan.

Avril de Beer is a social worker at Alberts Cellular Therapy in Pretoria. She is constantly looking for new ways to connect with patients and learn more about their unique needs. She also has a private practice in Centurion where she counsels individuals who are experiencing major life changes.
30 May 2023 English South Africa Health & Fitness

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