Health

Cancer patients plead for easy-to-follow path to treatment

A cancer survivor, Jiu Tikoitoga shares that the arrangement of treatment locally and internationally is still difficult for people diagnosed with cancer.

May 10, 2024 6:27 am
 

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Ministry notes increase in flu-like illnesses

The Ministry of Health has noted an increase in reports of flu-like illnesses in the Northern Division.

May 7, 2024 2:43 pm
 

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Wholesalers should take responsibility: Prasad

The Fiji Pharmaceutical Society has called on pharmaceutical companies and pharmacies to refrain from supplying the listed batches of blood pressure medicine to the public.

May 7, 2024 12:36 pm
 

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Ministry advocates for empathy and support for mental health

The Ministry of Women, Children, and Poverty Alleviation reflects on the challenges faced by society, particularly in caring for individuals with mental health issues.

May 7, 2024 6:25 am
 

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Minister highlights correlation between HIV and TB

Tuberculosis maybe endemic in Fiji, but it can become complicated by the presence of other diseases such as Human Immunodeficiency Virus.

May 4, 2024 4:01 pm
 

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MoH declares dengue fever outbreak

The Ministry of Health has declared dengue fever outbreaks in Ovalau and the Western Division where case numbers are significantly above expected levels for this time of the year.

April 29, 2024 4:30 pm
 

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West and Kadavu record rise in leptospirosis cases

The Western Division has reported 212 cases of leptospirosis while there have been 31 laboratory-confirmed cases at Kadavu Medical Subdivision since the beginning of this year.

April 29, 2024 4:24 pm
 

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MoH receives essential medicines for children

Health Minister Dr Atonio Lalabalavu this morning received essential medicines required for Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses from the Indian Government.

April 29, 2024 2:35 pm
 

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Addressing healthcare needs through engagement

Calls have been made for increased community involvement in healthcare services and infrastructure.

April 27, 2024 4:33 pm
 

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Plans to establish medical institute in Fiji

Global Head of Mission, Sadguru Sri Madhusudan Sai reveals ambitious plans for establishing a new Sai Sanjeevani Institute of Medical Sciences in Fiji to up-skill local health professionals.

April 27, 2024 4:05 pm
 

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Shortage of midwives emerges again

The shortage of midwives is an issue that is gradually emerging in the health sector, as these specialized nurses depart for attractive offers in other countries.

April 25, 2024 12:36 pm
 

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PM reaffirms support to Sai Sanjeevani

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka reaffirms the government’s commitment to assisting in expanding Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital’s initiatives in providing essential healthcare services to the community.

April 25, 2024 12:06 pm

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