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Late detection still hindering cancer treatment efforts

Late-stage cancer diagnosis continues to be a major challenge with the Fiji Cancer Society recording 200 new cases over the past nine months.

November 12, 2025 12:05 pm
 

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Cancer screening disrupted by machine faults

Cervical cancer screening services have been severely affected after pathology machines at the Health Ministry stopped working in April.

November 11, 2025 7:20 am
 

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Pharmacies face tighter oversight

The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission is boosting oversight of the pharmacy sector to ensure fair competition and protect consumers.

November 11, 2025 6:25 am
 

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Pacific HIV response in crisis

Pacific island countries face a fragmented and underfunded HIV response, heavily reliant on external support, UNAIDS Regional Director Eamonn Murphy said.

November 10, 2025 12:34 pm
 

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Four CWMH surgery theatres reopen

Surgery delays at the Colonial War Memorial Hospital may soon improve.

November 9, 2025 4:43 pm
 

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Dentists urged to detect HIV early and save lives

Oral health professionals play a crucial role in infection prevention and early detection of HIV and AIDS, Assistant Minister for Health Penioni Ravunawa said.

November 9, 2025 12:21 pm
 

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New digital tool boosts immunisation reporting

Fiji has launched the Vigimobile App to improve the reporting and monitoring of adverse events following immunisation nationwide.

November 9, 2025 12:12 pm
 

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CWM outsources surgeries as theatres short

Only two of the eight operating theatres at the Colonial War Memorial Hospital are currently functioning.

November 9, 2025 7:57 am
 

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Defibrillators and surgical kits boost Moala clinics

Health services in Moala, Lau have received a major boost with the arrival of new medical supplies.

November 8, 2025 4:30 pm
 

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Eye surgeries brings hope to Fijians

A team of Chinese eye specialists from Guangdong Province is once again in Fiji to help restore sight for dozens of patients under the “Bright Journey” cataract surgery mission.

November 7, 2025 2:25 pm
 

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HPV screening expands cancer prevention in Fiji

The Ministry for Women has wrapped up Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a resounding message: “The fight against cancer must continue every day.”

November 7, 2025 6:20 am
 

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Tongan Fruit Fly detected in the Yasawas, BAF urges caution

The Biosecurity Authority of Fiji has confirmed the detection of species of Fruit Fly native to Tonga, in Fiji.

November 6, 2025 10:32 am

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