News and Speeches for Ministry of Health & Wellness
Sponsored devices at Tygerberg Hospital improve the heart functions of patients
14 September 2023Two patients show good signs of recovery after undergoing cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT) at Tygerberg Hospital a few months ago. The procedure involves implanting a special pacemaker (a small, battery-powered device) in these patients to... Read More
Karl Bremer Hospital needs your help to find families of patients
14 September 2023Karl Bremer Hospital requires the assistance of anyone who can help us with the contact details of any relatives of patients who were admitted to the facility. Read More
HPV vaccination campaign kicks off at Western Cape public and special schools
12 September 2023Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness officials will be visiting public and special schools in September and October 2023 to administer human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines. Parents and guardians are encouraged to sign and return the... Read More
Western Cape is promoting the responsible use of antibiotics and antimicrobials
8 September 2023Providing antibiotic and other antimicrobial treatment that results in the best clinical outcomes with minimal side effects to patients and minimal impact on subsequent resistance is a high priority for the Western Cape Department of Health and... Read More
Hospital cares for patients with acute and chronic kidney disease
6 September 2023Hospital cares for patients with acute and chronic kidney disease in a friendly and collaborative environment. Read More
Lifesaving organ transplants at Groote Schuur and Red Cross Children Hospitals
4 September 2023Thanks to the generosity of registered donors, donor families, and living donors, hundreds of individuals lives have been lengthened over the years because of transplants at Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness health facilities. Read More
Our children’s futures: Protect our girls from cervical cancer
4 September 2023Our children’s futures depend on our choices today: Protect our girls from cervical cancer Read More
Health care FOR YOU in YOUR mother tongue!
31 August 2023Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness leads the way in providing health care in your mother tongue language, including sign language. Read More
Tygerberg Hospital provides maternal and foetal screening, diagnosis and therapy
29 August 2023Tygerberg Hospital provides maternal and foetal screening, diagnosis and therapy in a friendly and caring setting Read More
Help us to improve healthcare services at your clinic
25 August 2023Healthcare workers in the Northern and Tygerberg Substructure want to ensure that you receive the best services when you visit your local community health centre. Various communication channels are available to you to ensure your complaint,... Read More
New Bishop Lavis clinic manager praised for open-door policy for community
24 August 2023The Bishop Lavis Community Day Centre’s (clinic) newest addition to the team comes in the form of Sr Bronwyn Piedade, who was appointed as the facility manager. Read More
Tygerberg Hospital and Project Flamingo catch-up surgery provides hope
22 August 2023Tygerberg Hospital and Project Flamingo catch-up surgery provides hope to 14 women living with breast cancer Read More
Hospitals improve quality of life in patients affected by terminal organ failure
15 August 2023Tertiary hospitals improve the quality of life in patients affected by terminal organ failure Read More
Plans on track to ensure improved health service delivery to Atlantis Community
15 August 2023The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness (WCGHW) and City of Cape Town (CoCT) are working closely together to ensure plans remain on track for a smooth service handover of the Saxon Sea and Protea Park Clinics in Atlantis. Read More
Update on health services affected by the ongoing minibus taxi strike
10 August 2023The ongoing minibus taxi strike and associated sporadic violence in certain areas are continuing to impact the delivery of health services, resulting in staff being unable to report for work, facilities having to close or operate at reduced capacity... Read More
Update on health services affected by minibus taxi strike and criminal activity
8 August 2023Update on health services affected by the minibus taxi strike and criminal activity. Read More
Several health facilities closed due to taxi strike and criminal activity
7 August 2023Several health facilities closed due to taxi strike and criminal activity in the Cape Metropole and certain rural areas Read More
Taxi violence and criminal activity severely impacts health services in the Cape
4 August 2023Yesterday’s minibus taxi violence has severely impacted the health service delivery in the Cape metro area, which has resulted in several health services operating at a reduced capacity today. Read More
Western Cape Poisons Centre advisory: Protect yourself against carbon monoxide
4 August 2023Western Cape Poisons Centre advisory: Protect yourself against carbon monoxide poisoning or exposure Read More
Western Cape is committed to enabling breastfeeding for working parents
3 August 2023Working mothers face many challenges and need support from their spouses, families, friends, employers, and healthcare professionals to maintain breastfeeding. Read More
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