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A milestone for Ladismith: State-of-the-art clinic officially opens

The Western Cape Government celebrated a significant milestone this week with the official opening of the new Ladismith Clinic, a state-of...

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Celebrating International Volunteer Day: Western Cape Minister of Health and Wellness thanks EMS volunteers for their extraordinary service

In recognition of International Volunteer Day, celebrated this past week, the Western Cape Minister of Health and Wellness, Mireille Wenger...

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Minister Mireille Wenger’s 2024/25 Adjustment Budget Speech: A Strategic Response to Healthcare Challenges

Honourable Speaker, Members of the Provincial Parliament, Esteemed guests, People of the Western Cape. It is an honour to present the 2024...

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Stay safe this festive season: Protect lives and support our health heroes

As the festive season approaches, the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness (WCDHW) is calling on all residents and visitors to...

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Join the Western Cape in taking the Equal Rights, Equal Care path to ending AIDS

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness prioritises the needs of individuals living with HIV, at risk of contracting, or affected...

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Emergency Services take to the skies to advance accessible healthcare

Ahead of the peak season, Western Cape Minister of Health and Wellness, Mireille Wenger, visited the Western Cape Government’s emergency air...

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Reducing diabetes complications: Why early detection, treatment and education are essential

Angelo Plaatjies was just five years old when he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Now 33, he has navigated a lifetime of managing his...

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Men's Health Centre

The Western Cape Department of Health has officially opened a men’s health centre in the Cape Metro Northern Tygerberg Sub-structure (Karl...

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Invitation to nominate members to hospital facility boards and clinic committees

Be the voice of your community! Want to make a difference as a voice for your community? Then you are invited to serve as a clinic committee...

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DSD committed to promoting dignity and well-being of girl learners

With the 2024 school year in full swing, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) is doing its part in ensuring the well...

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