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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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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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Celebrating International Volunteer Day: Western Cape Minister of Health and Wellness thanks EMS volunteers for their extraordinary service

In recognition of International Volunteer Day, celebrated this past week, the Western Cape Minister of Health and Wellness, Mireille Wenger...

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Minister Mireille Wenger’s 2024/25 Adjustment Budget Speech: A Strategic Response to Healthcare Challenges

Honourable Speaker, Members of the Provincial Parliament, Esteemed guests, People of the Western Cape. It is an honour to present the 2024...

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Stay safe this festive season: Protect lives and support our health heroes

As the festive season approaches, the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness (WCDHW) is calling on all residents and visitors to...

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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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Men's Health Centre

The Western Cape Department of Health has officially opened a men’s health centre in the Cape Metro Northern Tygerberg Sub-structure (Karl...

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Working together with all men to detect prostate cancer early in Western Cape

Men’s health month is a fitting reminder that early detection of prostate cancer starts with being aware of our general prostate health...

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