Health

Shortage of EMTs in Fiji

There is a shortage of emergency medical technicians within the health sector.

September 8, 2024 12:47 pm
 

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Ministry acknowledges timely assistance

The multi-country Western Pacific Integrated Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Tuberculosis Programme is timely assistance considering the grave situation of HIV and TB in Fiji.

September 7, 2024 4:54 pm
 

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Plans to reduce HIV and other diseases by 85 percent

The Ministry of Health has set a target to have an 85 percent reduction in substance abuse, morbidity, and HIV cases linked to injectable drug use over the next five years.

September 7, 2024 7:46 am
 

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Fiji faces rising suicide rates

The Health Ministry is calling for major shift in how the country addresses suicide.

September 5, 2024 4:35 pm
 

Health

Ministry to expand point-of-care testing

The need for tailored approaches to public health initiatives, particularly in the context of a surge strategy aimed at addressing HIV transmission has been stressed.

September 5, 2024 2:36 pm
 

Health

Plans for Waiyevo hospital upgrade

Plans and assessment works are currently underway for the Waiyevo Hospital upgrade project.

September 5, 2024 5:20 am
 

Health

16 children lose battle to cancer this year

WOWS Kids Fiji reveals that 16 children have lost their lives to cancer between January and August this year.

September 4, 2024 12:54 pm
 

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Female doctors at CWM grappling with barriers

Despite significant strides in gender parity within the medical field, female doctors at CWM Hospital are still grappling with substantial barriers, particularly related to gender discrimination and the challenges of balancing career aspirations with family responsibilities.

September 3, 2024 4:50 pm
 

Health

Alarming health statistics emerge from workplace screenings

A health screening conducted by the Health Ministry in the past 12 months has highlighted a growing concern among younger workers.

September 3, 2024 12:55 pm
 

Health

New policy prioritizes health and nourishment

The Ministry of Health, in its efforts for a secure future of the Blue Pacific, has adopted the Fiji National Childhood Development Policy.

August 29, 2024 3:19 pm
 

Health

PIF focuses on climate-resilient health care

Investment in climate-resilient and environmentally sustainable health care facilities took center stage on the third day of the 53rd Pacific Island Forum Leaders meeting.

August 28, 2024 12:33 pm
 

Health

Ministry acts to resolve drug shortages

The Health Ministry acknowledged that there is an ongoing shortage of specific drugs, including some antibiotics, paracetamol, and elixirs, which are crucial for patient care.

August 20, 2024 4:20 pm

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