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Early detection saves lives: Understanding paediatric cancers and when to seek care

In recognition of International Childhood Cancer Day on 15 February, Tygerberg Hospital and Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital are...

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Western Cape supports national efforts to tackle child stunting

The Western Cape Government has welcomed national recognition of the urgent need to end child stunting and reaffirmed its commitment to...

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One "yes" can save your daughter’s life

Preventing cervical cancer begins long before adulthood, and one of the most effective tools we have is the HPV immunisation. From 2...

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Professor Heloise Buys, Head of Ambulatory and Emergency Services at Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital.

Help us keep our young children safe this paediatric surge season in the Western Cape

Every year from November to May, more young children become ill with diarrhoea and pneumonia. These illnesses are common in young children...

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WCDHW3 Paarl Hospital Fire Emergency Teams

Paarl Hospital update: Care continues despite fire damage

Western Cape Minister of Health and Wellness, Mireille Wenger, visited Paarl Hospital today following a fire yesterday which led to...

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Western Cape public health services record more than 130 000 cases over the festive season

Every year, the festive season places increased pressure on emergency services in the Western Cape as population movement, travel and...

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Mowbray Maternity Hospital Renovations

Mowbray Maternity Hospital renovations

Mowbray Maternity Hospital has begun a major two‑year renovation project to create a safer, more comfortable and efficient environment for...

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Our emergency centres are under pressure, let’s work together to protect health and support staff

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is experiencing significant pressure across hospitals and emergency centres during the...

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The first baby born on New Year’s Day was a little boy at Mowbray Maternity Hospital at 00:00, weighing 3.8 kg to proud mother Geneva Claasen.

A joyful start to 2026: WC public health facilities welcome 28 newborns on New Year’s Day

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is delighted to announce the arrival of 132 babies born in public health facilities...

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The first baby born on Christmas Day was a little girl at Helderberg Hospital to mother Zizibele Silo.

Western Cape public health facilities welcomed 171 babies on Christmas Day

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is happy to announce the birth of 171 babies at public health facilities throughout the...

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