Rigorous assessment and continuous enhancement are crucial in any dynamic public health initiative to ensure comprehensive coverage for all children, households, and communities.

In an alarming development, Fiji could have over 500 new cases of HIV in just the first half of this year – a figure that has already surpassed the total for last year.

The Ministry of Health and Medical Services is advising travelers to countries affected by Mpox to take precautions to avoid close contact with individuals showing symptoms of the disease.

Cabinet has endorsed the review of the Mental Health Act 2010.

Childhood obesity is a major concern for the Ministry of Health and Medical Services.

Acting Chief Medical Advisor of the Ministry of Health and Medical Services Dr Luisa Cikamatana emphasizes the ongoing relevance of COVID-19 as she opened the 15th Directors of Clinical Services Meeting in Nadi today.

A team from the Ministry of Health and Medical Services’ Wellness division recently had a successful meeting with Australia’s First Nations Ambassador Justin Mohammed, where key health issues were discussed.

The review of the Fiji Veterinary Surgeons Act of 1956 will begin by mid-month when the World Organization for Animal Health consultants arrive in the country.

The results of the Non-Communicable Disease survey will also offer guidance for refining current NCD strategies.

The Health Ministry has partnered with the Fiji Bureau of Statistics to conduct an extensive survey aimed at understanding risk factor behaviors among Fijians aged 18 to 69.

Most Fijian families are being impacted by cancer either directly or indirectly at some stage in life.

The Health Ministry is re-hiring and re-employing dental hygienists who are retiring and those unvaccinated.