News and Speeches for Ministry of Health & Wellness | Western Cape Government

News and Speeches for Ministry of Health & Wellness

Knysna Hospital Boasts New Emergency Centre

28 March 2014

The new Knysna Hospital Emergency Centre (EC) was officially opened, to the delight of the Knysna community, on Friday 28 March 2014 by the Western Cape Health Minister, Mr Theuns Botha. Read More

A TB Test, Treatment and Cure for All

24 March 2014

Avoid the spread of TB and get tested at your local clinic today. Read More

Western Cape Health Minister Launches Wellness Centres

11 March 2014

The Western Cape Department of Health partners with pharmacy groups to bring the HIV screening service to clinics as a promotion of wellness to patients in the Western Cape. Read More

Department of Health Kicks off Human Papillomavirus Vaccination Drive

10 March 2014

The Western Cape Government Health encourages parents and guardians of Grade four female learners to get vaccinated against Human Papillomavirus (HPV). Read More

Western Cape Health Facilities Geared for Eskom's Load Shedding

10 March 2014

Western Cape Health department has secured a standard contingency plan in preparation for any electricity emergency that may affect hospitals across the province. Read More

Western Cape Government Health's Position on Training of Doctors in Cuba

10 March 2014

Western Cape Minister of Health says he stands by the decision to not send students to Cuba for medical training. Read More

Turning the Tide on Human Papillomavirus Vaccination

10 March 2014

The Human Papillomavirus Vaccination drive commences as health teams visit schools around the Western Cape to vaccinate Grade 4 girls. Read More