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WARNING! Rising childhood burn injuries as Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital marks 70 years of care

As Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital (RCWMCH) marks 70 years of caring for children across the Western Cape, the hospital is...

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Western Cape honours nurses on International Nurses’ Day

On International Nurses’ Day, the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness joins the global community in recognising the dedication...

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Provincial healthcare services remain operational amid severe weather conditions

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness confirms that while severe weather persists across parts of the province, majority of our...

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Western Cape adds 800+ posts to strengthen public healthcare system

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is entering a new phase of stabilisation and strengthening of its health system, with...

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Health Budget 2026/27: Care, Dignity and Delivery - Investing in a Healthier Western Cape

Honourable Speaker Members of the Western Cape Provincial Parliament Special guests Most importantly, residents of the Western Cape Good...

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Record TB testing in Western Cape as province steps up fight to end TB

Ahead of World TB Day, recognised on 24 March each year, the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness (WCDHW) has recorded its highest...

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Paarl Hospital fire: R67 million investment secures recovery and future resilience

The Western Cape Government has allocated R67 million to rebuild and strengthen Paarl Hospital following a recent fire, with the funding...

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When every second counts: New emergency care professionals graduate in the Western Cape

More than 50 new emergency care professionals and rescue technicians graduated today from the Western Cape Government’s College of Emergency...

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Largest targeted skin cancer screening of its kind launched at Cape Town Cycle Tour

The Western Cape Government is supporting Skin Scan, powered by Tim’s Test, an innovative screening initiative that is transforming how skin...

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Largest targeted skin cancer screening of its kind launched at Cape Town Cycle Tour

The Western Cape Government is supporting Skin Scan, powered by Tim’s Test, an innovative screening initiative that is transforming how skin...

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