News and Speeches for Department of Health and Wellness | Western Cape Government

News and Speeches for Department of Health and Wellness

Accessible adolescent and youth healthcare spaces for high school learners

4 October 2024

Accessible adolescent and youth healthcare spaces and services for high school learners Read More

Western Cape Rehabilitation Centre celebrates 20 years of healthcare service

3 October 2024

The Western Cape Rehabilitation Centre (WCRC), located on the grounds of Lentegeur Psychiatric Hospital in Mitchells Plain, proudly celebrated 20 years of specialist rehabilitation healthcare services with a Gala Dinner on Wednesday, 02 October 2024. Read More

Over 120 cataract surgeries underway at Central Karoo InReach

19 September 2024

On 17th September 2024, Western Cape Minister of Health and Wellness, Mireille Wenger, visited Beaufort West Hospital to meet and engage with the partners, staff and volunteers who are performing over 120 cataract surgeries in a sterile portable... Read More

Childhood Cancer Month: Know the early warning signs and how to access support

17 September 2024

Worldwide, September is dedicated to raising awareness about childhood cancer and supporting families impacted by it. In the Western Cape, children affected by cancer and benign blood disorders receive treatment at a specialised hospital’s... Read More

Deaf Awareness Month: Seek urgent care if you have hearing problems

11 September 2024

September is National Deaf Awareness Month aimed at increasing awareness of the deaf and hard-of-hearing population. Tygerberg Hospital (TBH) appeals to residents to seek medical care if they have problems with their hearing, or their child is... Read More

New Hanover Park Community Health Centre in the works

11 September 2024

On 5th September, Western Cape Minister of Health and Wellness, Mireille Wenger met with City of Cape Town Subcouncil Chairperson Councillor Antonio van der Rheede and Hanover Park community structures, including the Hanover Park Clinic Committee to... Read More

If you look after your kidneys, you also look after your body

6 September 2024

While our kidneys may be small in size, they play a crucial role in our health and well-being. Read More

Child Safety Month: Children need your help to prevent burn injuries

27 August 2024

In August, Child Safety Month, the Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness and its partners appeal to adults to take precautions to reduce the risk of burn injuries. Read More

Celebrating excellence in healthcare: Dr Anita Parbhoo proudly honoured

26 August 2024

  Celebrating excellence in healthcare: Dr Anita Parbhoo proudly honoured with Jakes Gerwel Award Read More

A second chance at life: Organ donation transforms lives in the Western Cape

23 August 2024

Organ donation is the process of giving an organ or a part of an organ to someone who needs it to survive or improve the quality of their life. Organ donation and transplantation is more than just a medical procedure; it’s a remarkable gift of life. Read More

Women’s health and wellness is a priority of every stage of life

16 August 2024

Celebrate and cherish your health and wellness at every stage of life!  Taking care of your health is important every day, but this Women’s Day the Western Cape Government Health and Wellness reminds women to seize two opportunities that will... Read More

New rural Ambulance Station to boost emergency medical care in Theewaterskloof

12 August 2024

On Monday, 12 August 2024, Western Cape Minister of Health and Wellness, Mireille Wenger, officially opened the new R8.45 million Villiersdorp Ambulance Station. Read More

Closing the Gap: Breast milk has a positive effect on your child

5 August 2024

Breastfeeding has long-term benefits for your baby, lasting right into adulthood. The longer you breastfeed, the longer the protection lasts and the greater the benefits. Breastfeeding takes centre stage annually between 1 and 7 August, during World... Read More

Call for Nominations: 'Health Heroes' for Hospital Boards & Clinic Committees

11 July 2024

Provincial Minister of Health and Wellness, Mireille Wenger, is inviting nominations for eligible residents to serve on newly constituted boards and committees, for the period 2024-2027. Read More

Invitation to nominate members to hospital facility boards and clinic committees

9 July 2024

Be the voice of your community! Want to make a difference as a voice for your community? Then you are invited to serve as a clinic committee / hospital board member and represent your health facility and community. Read More

Provincial Minister of Health and Wellness kicks off ‘Listening and Learning’

1 July 2024

Provincial Minister of Health and Wellness kicks off ‘Listening and Learning’ programme of visits  Read More

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