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Caring for the whole person: Western Cape marks World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day takes place every year on 10 October. It is a reminder of the importance of good mental health. This year’s theme,...

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Western Cape sees drop in infant immunisation coverage – Parents urged to immunise their children

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is concerned about a decline in immunisation coverage for children under one year during...

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We’re building health infrastructure: 45 projects underway in the Western Cape

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness currently has 45 healthcare construction projects underway for the 2025/26 financial year...

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Three young children enjoying the steep hike up Devil’s Peak. 

Movement for life: highlighting the role of physical activity in health and wellbeing

The Power of Movement Here is why physical activity matters, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the National Department of...

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R42 million infrastructure investment to boost healthcare at Montagu Hospital

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is making steady progress on the R42 million infrastructure upgrade at Montagu Hospital...

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Groote Schuur Hospital Facility Board takes custodianship of Heart of Cape Town Museum

The Groote Schuur Hospital Facility Board, together with the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness, confirms that the Heart of Cape...

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Fanelwa Gwashu, a community activist for people living with HIV, encourages all people living with HIV or TB to come back to care of they have tested positive and missed their treatment.

Close the Gap: We want you to come back to care

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness, together with the National Department of Health and community partners, today called on...

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Steady construction progress at Ravensmead CDC: Doors to open 2026

The construction of the new Ravensmead Community Day Centre (CDC) is on track, with doors set to open by mid-2026. Provincial Minister of...

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Stanton with his dad Stanley.

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Stories of courage, healing, and hope

September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shining a light on the courage of children fighting cancer, the...

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New chemotherapy room and pharmacy upgrade brings hope to patients at Groote Schuur Hospital

The Oncology Department at Groote Schuur Hospital (GSH), which cares for approximately 3 000 new patients every year, has officially opened...

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