Health

Race to raise $500K for kids

The Cure Kids Race to Survive Fiji returns next month after an eight-year break, bringing together teams from Fiji, Australia and New Zealand.

September 29, 2026 6:38 am
 

Health

Billions needed for new hospital

Cabinet has endorsed a staged redevelopment of the existing Colonial War Memorial Hospital.

September 28, 2026 8:14 am
 

Health

Flu cases surge

Deaths among people suffering from influenza-like illnesses may be linked to underlying medical conditions.

September 25, 2026 7:05 am
 

Health

Ayurveda complements modern healthcare

Ayurveda is being recognized as a potential complement to modern healthcare, with the Health Minister stressing the importance of using traditional medicine responsibly.

September 24, 2026 11:57 am
 

Health

Remote facilities gain reliable power

Remote health facilities are getting more reliable power, helping strengthen healthcare services in some of Fiji’s most isolated communities.

September 24, 2026 6:01 am
 

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Water shortage triggers diarrhoea cases

A water shortage on Batiki Island is now becoming a health concern, with the local nursing station reporting a surge in diarrhoea cases.

September 22, 2026 6:02 am
 

Health

Youth urged to address HIV stigma

Young people are being urged to look beyond condemnation and focus on the underlying factors that can lead to drug use and HIV stigma.

September 21, 2026 2:58 pm
 

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Health ministry strengthens youth support

Teenagers in Fiji have access to a range of reproductive health services, but the Ministry of Health says greater awareness is needed to ensure young people know where to seek help.

September 20, 2026 5:22 pm
 

Health

Diabetes Fiji takes Pacific voice to global stage

Diabetes Fiji has taken Fiji’s community-based approach to diabetes care to the international stage, calling for stronger Pacific leadership and investment in the fight against non-communicable diseases.

September 20, 2026 8:25 am
 

Health

Ministry strengthens HPV screening efforts

Human Papillomavirus, or HPV, screening is being strongly encouraged for women aged 30 to 59 as part of efforts to prevent and detect cervical cancer early.

September 19, 2026 8:29 am
 

Health

Flu cases jump 75 percent

Flu-like illnesses have jumped by 75 percent in just one week, with children under five among those most affected across Fiji.

September 18, 2026 6:06 am
 

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HIV response faces critical staff shortage

Health officials say Fiji’s HIV response is being held back by a shortage of health workers, limiting efforts to get more people tested and into treatment.

September 17, 2026 9:50 am

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