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
 

Health

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
 

Health

HIV explosion is a wake-up call says Usamate

The rise in HIV cases in Fiji is shocking and serves as a wake-up call requiring urgent attention from the Government and a whole-of-community approach, says Independent MP Jone Usamate.

August 20, 2024 2:55 pm
 

Health

Water disruption at Navua Hospital

The Ministry of Health has made arrangements with the Water Authority of Fiji to refill two 10,000 litres water tanks at the Navua hospital.

August 20, 2024 2:46 pm
 

Health

Early testing for expectant mothers is vital: Dr Devi

In a concerning development, six infants are now among the youngest to be diagnosed with HIV in Fiji, with the virus being transmitted through their mothers.

August 19, 2024 5:01 pm
 

Health

Health Ministry sees shift in HIV demographics

A concerning trend has emerged in the HIV data, with 70 percent of the new cases being men, while 30 percent are women.

August 19, 2024 12:55 pm

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