Health and Wellness

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Early detection and collaboration save lives

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and this year South Africa’s theme, “No One Should Face Breast Cancer Alone”, reminds us that...

A provincial event held at Stellenbosch University’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences on 17 October 2025 brought together...

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) professionals are often only visible in moments of crisis, flashing lights, urgent rescues and life-saving...

With school holidays in full swing, it’s more important than ever for parents to be vigilant about hidden dangers in everyday household...

Palliative care is often misunderstood as care provided only at the end of life. In reality, it is a service that supports people of all...

World Mental Health Day takes place every year on 10 October. It is a reminder of the importance of good mental health. This year’s theme,...

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is concerned about a decline in immunisation coverage for children under one year during...

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness currently has 45 healthcare construction projects underway for the 2025/26 financial year...

The Power of Movement Here is why physical activity matters, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the National Department of...

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is making steady progress on the R42 million infrastructure upgrade at Montagu Hospital...