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

News and Speeches for Ministry of Health & Wellness

Alert on rabies risk along the Western Cape coast: be cautious

27 June 2024

Alert on rabies risk along the Western Cape coast: High-risk individuals are urged to be cautious Read More

Vaccination remains the best protection against severe flu this year

26 June 2024

The Western Cape is currently experiencing the peak of the annual influenza or flu season as the virus circulates in communities. Read More

To our youth: Let’s keep you healthy to help you reach your goals

25 June 2024

Being a young person brings many new opportunities: making decisions about your style, picking subjects in school that could shape your career, new relationships with people, figuring out who you are and what you stand for. Read More

Welcome Minister Mireille Wenger

19 June 2024

We are excited to welcome Ms Mireille Wenger as the Minister for the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness.  Read More

Let’s work together to keep healthy and safe this winter

19 June 2024

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is prioritising the health and safety of all patients during this cold season.  With winter upon us, many people are navigating healthcare facilities visits amidst cold and wet conditions. Read More

PUBLIC NOTICE: Reed Street CDC Dental Clinic reopens

6 June 2024

The Reed Street CDC Dental Clinic in Bellville has resumed its services after a temporary closure caused by heavy rainfall. Following mop-up operations, we have successfully restored our services to ensure continued access to dental care for the... Read More

Fuelling wellness: Dietitians at the heart of healthy communities

6 June 2024

Dietitians stand at the forefront of public health initiatives, championing wellness and healthy living for all people. Read More

Dietitians play an important role in your health journey

5 June 2024

Healthcare providers within the public healthcare system treat many people accessing services living with either a single or multimorbidity of chronic illnesses in the Western Cape. Read More

Supporting children born with clubfoot in the Western Cape

3 June 2024

On World Clubfoot Day, 03 June 2024, the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is raising global awareness about clubfoot, a treatable birth defect. This day is of specific significance in South Africa, where around 2000 children are born... Read More