Margaret takes cancer awareness to new heights

Former air hostess for South African Airways Margaret Boshoff closed off Cancer Awareness Month with an educational talk.

November 16, 2021

Busi Vilakazi 1 minute read

Prof Carol-Ann Benn of the Breast Care Centre of Excellence and a fellow of the College of Surgeons of South Africa with a special interest in breast disease.

Former air hostess for South African Airways Margaret Boshoff closed off Cancer Awareness Month with an educational talk.

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Margaret hosted a cancer charity event at the South African Airways Museum, Rand Airport in Germiston, on October 30.

She offered an awareness talk with a twist.

“Thank you to the museum for willingly donating the use of its beautiful Boeing 747-SP display aircraft to serve as the unique venue,” said Margaret.

Prof Carol-Ann Benn and Margaret Boshoff.

The keynote speaker was Prof Carol-Ann Benn of the Breast Care Centre of Excellence and a fellow of the College of Surgeons of South Africa with a special interest in breast disease.

She touched on several issues and encouraged regular check-ups.

She also encouraged people to obtain second opinions and take time in making a decision regarding treatment.
All the proceeds of the day were donated to a cancer research project.