The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is happy to announce the birth of 231 babies at public health facilities throughout the Western Cape on Christmas Day 2023.* The total number reported from 0:00 on 25 December 2023, comprises of... Read More
TeleICU pilot project lays the foundation for further innovation in digital health technology Read More
The food services at hospitals of the Western Department of Health and Wellness play a crucial role in contributing to the efficiency of patient care. Read More
On the 11th of December, Western Cape Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr Nomafrench Mbombo, together with senior officials of the department, unveiled the province’s festive season readiness plans at Hermanus Provincial Hospital. Read More
Groote Schuur Hospital (GSH) kidney transplant recipient receives generous birthday gift to prolong her life Read More
The Western Cape Government (WCG) urges President Ramaphosa to refer the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill back to National Assembly for reconsideration Read More
Help us protect young children against diarrhoea and pneumonia in the Western Cape (WC) Read More
The Poisons Information Helpline provides tips to prevent paediatric poisonings this festive season As the festive season approaches, there are several poisoning dangers to be aware of, particularly with regards to children. Read More
Local community interventions are central to achieving the end of AIDS in the Western Cape (WC) Read More
Healthcare workers have joined people around the world to commemorate World Aids Day on 1 December 2023 and have highlighted the important role communities play in shaping the HIV/AIDS response. Read More
Men’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 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
As 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
Tygerberg 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
Donation of assistive devices strengthens Western Cape services to people living with disabilities Read More
Sporting 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
New LINAC radiation therapy machine improves outcomes for cancer patients at Tygerberg Hospital Read More
On 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
Celebrating 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 – Western Cape Health and Wellness partners with Anova Read More