Health professionals and advocates say Fiji urgently needs to improve data collection on postpartum depression to better identify, support, and treat mothers facing the condition.

Communities across the country are set to benefit from the expansion of radiology services, with new portable ultrasound machines now being introduced at 13 health facilities including Valelevu Health Centre, Nausori Health Centre, Makoi Health Centre, Tamavua, CWMH Paediatrics, Labasa, Navua, Tavua, Rakiraki, Sigatoka, Lomaloma, Lakeba and Rotuma.

Nearly half of all HIV cases in Fiji are linked to inconsistent condom use and multiple sexual partners.

Fiji is facing its fastest-growing HIV outbreak, prompting urgent calls for stronger support and awareness for those living with the virus.

A lack of emotional support during childbirth has left many mothers struggling with long-term mental health issues.

Communities in the Western Division are set to benefit from a new ambulance donated by the Sri Sathya Sai Global Council during its 100-year centenary celebrations last night at the Girmit Centre in Lautoka.

The Ministry of Health in the Northern Division has taken several people to court for failing to keep their compounds and surroundings clean, as such conditions can lead to the spread of diseases.

Sixty-five cancer patients are receiving treatment under Aspen Lautoka through its agreement with the Health Ministry.  

The Ministry of Health is pushing for the introduction of Standard Operating Procedures to regulate high-risk personal services such as tattooing, body piercing, and massage parlors as concerns are growing over public safety and hygiene.

The Ministry of Health has indicated the need for a partnership with the Vanua to provide land space and buildings for tenancy.

The Health Ministry is in talks to set up a pharmaceutical centre in Lomaiviti to improve medicine access.

Fiji is set to strengthen emergency cardiac care with the donation of 40 automated external defibrillators valued at over $247,000.