News and Speeches for Ministry of Health & Wellness
Working together with all men to detect prostate cancer early in Western Cape
28 November 2023Men’s health month is a fitting reminder that early detection of prostate cancer starts with being aware of our general prostate health. Given that prostate cancer grows slowly, by the time men experience symptoms, the cancer may already be advanced. Read More
Delft Area-Based Team launched at WCG update on Violence Prevention Unit
27 November 2023Delft Area-Based Team formally launched as WCG provides update on Violence Prevention Unit During the Western Cape Government’s (WCG) update on the Violence Prevention Unit (VPU) today, the Department formally launched Delft’s Area-Based Team (ABT). Read More
Protect our children under 5 during Paediatric Surge Season
21 November 2023As the Paediatric Surge Season (PSS) gets underway, the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness urges parents and caregivers to take the necessary precautions to protect all children against preventable and treatable diarrhoeal disease over... Read More
Assistive devices strengthens Western Cape services to people with disabilities
17 November 2023Donation of assistive devices strengthens Western Cape services to people living with disabilities Read More
Tygerberg Hospital celebrates resilience of preemies and excellence in care
17 November 2023Tygerberg Hospital (TBH), the Western Cape’s largest public health facility, cares for nearly 800 of the tiniest of babies who have entered this world prematurely in its neonatal intensive care unit. Read More
Men, this month is for your health!
15 November 2023Sporting a newly grown moustache in November, also known as “Movember” is more than just a new look. It is part of a growing awareness of health issues affecting men. Read More
Improving access to diabetes care for people of the Western Cape
14 November 2023On World Diabetes Day, 14 November, the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness encourages residents to know their risk of type 2 diabetes and to take proactive steps to help delay or prevent this chronic disease. Read More
New LINAC radiation therapy machine improves outcomes for cancer patients at TBH
14 November 2023New LINAC radiation therapy machine improves outcomes for cancer patients at Tygerberg Hospital Read More
Celebrating patient safety with radiographers at Tygerberg Hospital and RCWMCH
8 November 2023Celebrating patient safety with radiographers at Tygerberg Hospital and Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital (RCWMCH) Read More
New Men's Health Centre now open in Fisantekraal
2 November 2023New Men’s Health Centre now open in Fisantekraal – Western Cape Health and Wellness partners with Anova Read More
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