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

News and Speeches for Department of Health and Wellness

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

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

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

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