The site chosen for the new 100-bed specialty hospital in Nadera was selected by the Government of India despite concerns over its proximity to the Kinoya wastewater treatment plant, according to the Ministers for Health and Lands.

The health system is facing mounting pressure as HIV cases rise and patients continue to travel overseas for critical cancer treatment.

Fiji’s patient information system is set to improve after the launch of the HIV module, a digital software that securely monitors HIV patient information.

The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission has issued warnings to three pharmacy businesses that were found operating without a registered pharmacist present on the premises.

Former Fiji Medical Association President Dr. Alipate Vakamocea says Fiji’s doctors are among the highest-paid in the South Pacific, with strong remuneration significantly reducing overseas migration.

Fiji is losing more nurses than it is training, raising concerns over the country’s ability to sustain its healthcare workforce.

Upgrading Fiji’s major hospitals remains the Health Ministry’s top priority ahead of tomorrow’s 2026-2027 National Budget announcement.

Stronger investment, partnerships, and community-level action are needed to address Fiji’s rising Non-Communicable Disease burden, according to Diabetes Fiji.

The Ministry of Health will now proceed with the recruitment of newly qualified medical interns as Medical Officers.

Calls are growing for increased investment in medical laboratory services as Fiji and the region continue to face pandemic and outbreak risks. Experts say stronger laboratory systems are essential for public health protection and national security.

Rotuma’s ability to handle medical emergencies locally is under scrutiny. Concerns remain over frequent and costly medical evacuations to the mainland.

The future location of Diabetes Fiji services remains under discussion as concerns grow over the structural safety of the organisation’s current headquarters.