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

News and Speeches for Ministry of Health & Wellness

GSH opens dedicated space for family counselling and bereavement support

9 February 2024

Groote Schuur Hospital (GSH) opens dedicated space for family counselling and bereavement support Read More

Knysna Forensic Pathology Laboratory handled 81 cases since being commissioned

7 February 2024

Brand-new Knysna Forensic Pathology Laboratory handled 81 cases since being commissioned Read More

Youth Zone offering free sexual health services to open in Beaufort West

5 February 2024

Youth Zone offering free sexual and reproductive health services to open in Beaufort West Read More

Announcing Dr Shaheem De Vries as the CEO of Groote Schuur Hospital

2 February 2024

Dr Shaheem De Vries began his exciting tenure as the CEO of Groote Schuur Hospital on 01 February 2024. Read More

Lasting legacy Groote Schuur Hospital CEO Dr Bhavna Patel retires after 23 years

30 January 2024

Lasting legacy: Groote Schuur Hospital CEO, Dr Bhavna Patel, retires after 23 years Read More

More than 120 000 patients seen in the Western Cape during the Festive Season

24 January 2024

More than 120 000 patients seen in provincial emergency centres during the Festive Season Read More

Make sure your child is ready to learn and be healthy this year

19 January 2024

As many children start the new school term, parents and caregivers are encouraged to continue giving them the support they need to be healthy and thrive this year. Schools offer a unique opportunity to implement effective health services at scale... Read More

Western Cape public health facilities welcome 253 babies on New Year’s Day

1 January 2024

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is happy to announce the birth of 253* babies at Western Cape public health facilities on 1 January 2024. The total number reported from 00:00 on New Year’s Day, comprises of 107 boys and 146 girls. Read More

Western Cape public health facilities welcomed 231 babies on Christmas Day

26 December 2023

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is happy to announce the birth of 231 babies at public health facilities throughout the Western Cape on Christmas Day 2023.* The total number reported from 0:00 on 25 December 2023, comprises of... Read More

TeleICU pilot project is foundation for further innovation in health technology

20 December 2023

TeleICU pilot project lays the foundation for further innovation in digital health technology Read More

Patients receive good, healthy meals at all Western Cape public hospitals

14 December 2023

The food services at hospitals of the Western Department of Health and Wellness play a crucial role in contributing to the efficiency of patient care. Read More

Minister Mbombo unveils Department’s festive season readiness plans

11 December 2023

On the 11th of December, Western Cape Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr Nomafrench Mbombo, together with senior officials of the department, unveiled the province’s festive season readiness plans at Hermanus Provincial Hospital. Read More

GSH kidney transplant recipient gets generous birthday gift to prolong her life

7 December 2023

Groote Schuur Hospital (GSH) kidney transplant recipient receives generous birthday gift to prolong her life Read More

WCG urges President Ramaphosa to refer NHI Bill back to National Assembly

7 December 2023

The Western Cape Government (WCG) urges President Ramaphosa to refer the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill back to National Assembly for reconsideration  Read More

Help us protect young children against diarrhoea and pneumonia in the WC

6 December 2023

Help us protect young children against diarrhoea and pneumonia in the Western Cape (WC) Read More

The Poisons Information Helpline provides tips to prevent paediatric poisonings

5 December 2023

The Poisons Information Helpline provides tips to prevent paediatric poisonings this festive season    As the festive season approaches, there are several poisoning dangers to be aware of, particularly with regards to children. Read More

Local community interventions are central to achieving the end of AIDS in the WC

1 December 2023

Local 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 2023

Healthcare 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 2023

Men’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 2023

Delft 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

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