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Delft MOU welcomed their first baby for Christmas Day, a little boy, born at 03:38, to mom Jamie Lee Manuel.

Western Cape public health facilities welcomes 172* babies on Christmas Day

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is happy to confirm the birth of 172* babies at public health facilities throughout the...

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Respect emergency centres: reduce preventable emergencies this festive season

Respect emergency centres: reduce preventable emergencies this festive season The festive season is a time for celebration, but it often...

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Stay sun smart this summer: Tygerberg Hospital advises prevention, protection, and early detection of skin cancer

Tygerberg Hospital treats approximately 1 000 skin cancer patients annually is appealing to residents to be vigilant regarding sun...

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Festive parade brings joy for all at Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital

The holiday season is a joyful time for many children playing with their mates, enjoying family traditions and receiving gifts. It can also...

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A milestone for Ladismith: State-of-the-art clinic officially opens

The Western Cape Government celebrated a significant milestone this week with the official opening of the new Ladismith Clinic, a state-of...

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Members of the diabetes ward and clinic at the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital.

Reducing diabetes complications: Why early detection, treatment and education are essential

Angelo Plaatjies was just five years old when he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Now 33, he has navigated a lifetime of managing his...

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HIV: Undetectable Equals Untransmittable

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness looks forward to a province where people living with HIV lead long and healthy lives by...

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Invitation to nominate members to hospital facility boards and clinic committees

Be the voice of your community! Want to make a difference as a voice for your community? Then you are invited to serve as a clinic committee...

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Contact Us

Street Address: 4 Dorp Street, Cape Town Postal Address: PO Box 2060, Cape Town, 8000 General Enquiries Telephone: 021 483 5417 Fax: 021 483...

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Dr Keith Cloete

Our Head of Department (HOD), Dr Keith Cloete, has been in the position since April 2020, and was born in District Six, Cape Town. His...

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