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Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness launches innovative 3D spinal brace service to improve patient care

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is leading the charge in digital innovative products to improve the lives of patients...

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Western Cape launches SA’s first health rewards pilot for public healthcare users

Today, the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is proud to launch South Africa’s first rewards programme for residents who make...

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Nearly 37 000 Western Cape girls protected against HPV, with thousands more to be reached as next vaccination round begins

In the first six months of 2026, nearly 37 000 Grade 5 girls in the Western Cape have already received a vaccine that can help protect them...

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Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness strongly condemns EMS attack

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness strongly condemns all attacks on our Emergency Medical Services personnel and our...

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Youth Day: WCG launches Positive Parenting Series on connecting with your teen

This Youth Month, the Western Cape Government is launching an innovative positive parenting series, covering specific topics that teens told...

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Western Cape Health and Wellness implements mitigation measures to maintain specialist healthcare access for Central Karoo patients

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is implementing a range of mitigation measures to ensure that patients from the Central...

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Western Cape expands HIV prevention with rollout of Lenacapavir

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness has today commenced the phased rollout of Lenacapavir, a long-acting HIV prevention...

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World Clubfoot Day 2026: Early intervention gives children with clubfoot the chance to walk, play and thrive

When Jessica Lukoji (13) and Amara Bedja (2) were born, their parents immediately noticed that their feet looked different. Like many...

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World Cancer Survivors Day

When Desiree Herbert heard the word “cancer”, fear filled the room. When Juniad Malgas received his diagnosis, what had started as a routine...

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Public-private collaboration helps Strand man walk independently again after advanced limb reconstruction

For Mr Tashinga Skipa, a 46-year-old resident from Strand, the ability to walk without crutches is more than a medical outcome. It is a...

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