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102 patients able to regain their vision after cataract surgery

During the week of 16 to 20 October 2023, a team of health care workers from the Belgium organisation, Smile and See Foundation, performed...

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Strengthening community relationships is key to improving mental health

Strengthening community relationships is key to improving mental health and wellbeing for residents On the 25th of October, Western Cape...

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Deon Lackay defies the odds: beats stroke and slims down!

This Stroke Awareness Week (25 October – 1 November), we are calling on all the residents of the Western Cape to make healthier choices to...

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To eliminate cervical cancer one day, the key is vaccinating young girls

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness supports ongoing efforts to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health threat one day...

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5th consecutive clean audit underlines DoHW’s good governance and quality

5th consecutive clean audit underlines Department of Health and Wellness’s good governance and quality healthcare services Today, the...

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'Mental wellness begins in childhood': Nurse encourages mental wellness for all

"Mental wellness begins in childhood": Nurse encourages mental wellness for young and old The World Health Organisation defines mental...

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Breast cancer survivors share stories of hope and ways to cope

Ten years ago, Bishop Lavis resident Trini Arries was diagnosed with breast cancer. Three months after her breast cancer diagnosis, Trini...

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Help us to improve healthcare services at your clinic

Healthcare workers in the Northern and Tygerberg Substructure want to ensure that you receive the best services when you visit your local...

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New Bishop Lavis clinic manager praised for open-door policy for community

The Bishop Lavis Community Day Centre’s (clinic) newest addition to the team comes in the form of Sr Bronwyn Piedade, who was appointed as...

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Tygerberg Hospital and Project Flamingo catch-up surgery provides hope

Tygerberg Hospital and Project Flamingo catch-up surgery provides hope to 14 women living with breast cancer In a joint effort to close the...

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