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Peer educator calls for open HIV testing

Many people in the iTaukei community confuse HIV/AIDS symptoms with other common local illnesses such as “Bo ni Uvi” or “Kalounidraki.’’

April 1, 2025 2:36 pm
 

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Dengue fever claims three lives

Three dengue fever deaths have been confirmed in the country so far this year.

April 1, 2025 6:24 am
 

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Fiji records second-highest TB cases in the Pacific

Fiji recorded the second highest number of tuberculosis cases last year in the Pacific.

March 24, 2025 11:34 am
 

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Promoting healthy oral habits

Parents need to develop good eating habits for their families to promote optimal oral health.

March 22, 2025 4:05 pm
 

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Ministry targets remote areas for dental access

The Health Ministry is intensifying efforts to improve access to dental services mainly for children and those in remote areas.

March 20, 2025 12:50 pm
 

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CWMH’s pediatric ward overcrowded

The pediatric wards at Colonial War Memorial Hospital in Suva are operating beyond capacity due to a rise in dengue fever cases and respiratory illnesses.

March 20, 2025 6:44 am
 

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Surge in flu and dengue cases

Hospitals are witnessing a concerning rise in flu-like illnesses and dengue fever among children.

March 18, 2025 6:55 am
 

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Ministry committed to improving PPP arrangement

The public-private partnership between Lautoka and Ba hospitals has seen improvements over the past two years.

March 17, 2025 6:26 am
 

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Plans to expand women’s health services

A meeting was held to discuss expanding women’s health services, with a focus on improving screening programs for cervical and breast cancer.

March 17, 2025 5:24 am
 

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Businessman looks to build mini hospital

A businessman who owns a medical centre, accommodation property and car dealership, is looking to establish a mini private hospital in Suva.

March 14, 2025 2:00 pm
 

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Floods fuel dengue surge

As of February 23, Fiji has recorded a total of 2,436 dengue cases.

March 13, 2025 2:57 pm
 

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Nine percent of Fiji’s health facilities still offline

Nine percent of health care facilities around the country are yet to have internet connectivity.

March 6, 2025 9:30 am

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