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Western Cape Government Health and Wellness

Organ transplant patients, parents and hospital staff from Red Cross and Groote Schuur gathered for the handover of the artwork and programme at the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital.

World Kidney Day – Canadian Blood Service gifts organ donation education programme

To mark World Kidney Day on 13 March 2025, the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is excited to announce the launch of the...

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Bunono with his Netcare-donated cochlear implant

World Hearing Day: Why early detection is important

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness encourages individuals of all ages on World Hearing Day (3 March), to empower themselves...

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Western Cape Emergency Centres and EMS: festive season activity report highlights high demand

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness released statistics for the festive season period (15 December 2024 – 15 January 2025)...

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Building a healthier future for you in 2025

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness can confirm that emergency centres across the province managed 2,549 trauma cases and 5...

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The first baby born was a little girl, weighing 2.98kg, born at George Hospital to mom Esmerelda Bordtjies.

A joyful start to 2025: Western Cape public health facilities welcome 101 newborns on New Years Day

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness can now confirm that 101 babies were born in public health facilities across the province...

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WCDHW welcomes new CEO at George Hospital

WCDHW welcomes new CEO at George Hospital

It is with great excitement that the department welcomes Mr Tshepo Kau as the new CEO of George Hospital, starting 1 January 2025....

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Delft MOU welcomed their first baby for Christmas Day, a little boy, born at 03:38, to mom Jamie Lee Manuel.

Western Cape public health facilities welcomes 172* babies on Christmas Day

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is happy to confirm the birth of 172* babies at public health facilities throughout the...

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Respect emergency centres: reduce preventable emergencies this festive season

Respect emergency centres: reduce preventable emergencies this festive season The festive season is a time for celebration, but it often...

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Stay sun smart this summer: Tygerberg Hospital advises prevention, protection, and early detection of skin cancer

Tygerberg Hospital treats approximately 1 000 skin cancer patients annually is appealing to residents to be vigilant regarding sun...

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Festive parade brings joy for all at Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital

The holiday season is a joyful time for many children playing with their mates, enjoying family traditions and receiving gifts. It can also...

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