Health

Infant HIV cases rise as more pregnant women test positive

HIV cases among infants are on the rise as more expectant mothers test positive for the virus.

March 30, 2026 7:59 am
 

Health

Parent advocate urges early medical care as RHD cases remain high in Fiji

A parent advocate is calling on families across Fiji to seek early medical attention for children showing signs of illness, warning that delays and reliance on traditional remedies are contributing to the country’s high rates of Rheumatic Heart Disease.

March 30, 2026 7:58 am
 

Health

TB cases persist despite prevention and treatment efforts

The Health Ministry is aiming for a tuberculosis-free Fiji by 2035, but rising cases and persistent challenges are threatening that goal.

March 30, 2026 7:57 am
 

Health

MoH slams inaccurate posts on Valelevu foot clinic

The Ministry of Health and Medical Services has clarified issues from a social media post regarding the Valelevu Foot Clinic, saying the claims were inaccurate.

March 27, 2026 12:01 pm
 

Health

Media urged to help curb HIV crisis as cases surge

Media organisations are being called on to play a stronger role in Fiji’s HIV response, as the country faces a rapidly evolving outbreak.

March 26, 2026 7:58 am
 

Health

Shortage of nutritionists puts public health at risk

A growing shortage of qualified nutritionists is raising serious concerns about public access to proper dietary guidance and long-term health outcomes.

March 24, 2026 4:45 pm
 

Health

TB cases surge as Fiji faces growing health threat

Fiji is facing a growing tuberculosis crisis, with health officials warning that urgent national action is now critical.

March 24, 2026 4:30 pm
 

Health

CWM East wing temporarily closed

The East Wing Lift of the Colonial War Memorial Hospital is currently out of service due to a mechanical fault.

March 24, 2026 3:38 pm
 

Court

Ex-investigator links Sharma to hospital tender emails

Prosecution witness Alifereti Wakavesi told the Suva High Court that former Health Minister Dr Neil Sharma was directly involved in a hospital equipment tender.

March 24, 2026 1:37 pm
 

Health

Eye health warning issued for coastal communities

Health officials are warning Fijians living in coastal and maritime communities to take urgent steps to protect their eyesight, as two preventable conditions continue to threaten vision.

March 24, 2026 11:06 am
 

Health

Women urged to prioritise health amid diabetes struggles

A woman living with Type 1 diabetes for two decades is urging others not to let the condition define their lives, as she shares a powerful story of resilience, discipline and hope.

March 21, 2026 4:38 pm
 

Health

MOH concerned with rising tooth decay

Increasing cases of tooth decay among children are becoming a growing public health concern in Fiji, according to Health Minister Dr. Atonio Lalabalavu.

March 20, 2026 5:14 pm

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