News and Speeches for Department of Health and Wellness
Local community interventions are central to achieving the end of AIDS in the WC
1 December 2023Local community interventions are central to achieving the end of AIDS in the Western Cape (WC) Read More
Community participation and leadership in spotlight on World Aids Day
1 December 2023Healthcare 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
102 patients able to regain their vision after cataract surgery
31 October 2023During the week of 16 to 20 October 2023, a team of health care workers from the Belgium organisation, Smile and See Foundation, performed 102 cataract surgeries at the Vrendendal Hospital Eye Care Centre. Read More
Strengthening community relationships is key to improving mental health
26 October 2023Strengthening community relationships is key to improving mental health and wellbeing for residents Read More
Deon Lackay defies the odds: beats stroke and slims down!
24 October 2023This Stroke Awareness Week (25 October – 1 November), we are calling on all the residents of the Western Cape to make healthier choices to reduce their risk of having a stroke. One incredible survivor, Mr Deon Lackay of Pniel, describes recovery... Read More
To eliminate cervical cancer one day, the key is vaccinating young girls
23 October 2023The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness supports ongoing efforts to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health threat one day. An effective way in which it does this is through improving access for young girls to human papillomavirus (... Read More
5th consecutive clean audit underlines DoHW’s good governance and quality
23 October 20235th consecutive clean audit underlines Department of Health and Wellness’s good governance and quality healthcare services Today, the Western Cape Department of Health Wellness tabled its Annual Report for the 2022/23 financial year. Read More
"Mental wellness begins in childhood": Nurse encourages mental wellness for all
20 October 2023"Mental wellness begins in childhood": Nurse encourages mental wellness for young and old Read More
Breast cancer survivors share stories of hope and ways to cope
20 October 2023Ten years ago, Bishop Lavis resident Trini Arries was diagnosed with breast cancer. Three months after her breast cancer diagnosis, Trini received another health update and was diagnosed with stage three pancreatic cancer. Read More
GSH and RCWMCH reach major milestone with 50th kidney transplant
19 October 2023Groote Schuur Hospital and Red Cross Children’s Hospital reach major milestone with 50th kidney transplant Read More
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