The Fiji Cancer Society is calling on women and families to act now to prevent cervical cancer as Fiji observes Cervical Cancer Elimination Day.

The Ra Maternity Hospital, which began as a small seven-bed Catholic maternity unit in 1970, is marking 55 years of service.

In Kasavu Village, 63-year-old Tulia Marama has watched neighbours, relatives and even young parents struggle with diabetes-related complications.

Diabetes is hitting younger Fijians harder, threatening families and the workforce.

The Viseisei Sai Health Centre has reached a key milestone.

As the nation rolls out its diabetes and wellness campaign, health officials are stressing that mental well-being must be recognised as a key part of chronic illness care.

After months of severe chest pain and uncertainty, 58-year-old Harish Chand has been given a second chance at life following successful heart surgery at Pacific Specialist Healthcare in Nadi.

Fiji is facing a growing health emergency, with new data revealing that 16.6 percent of the 588,000 adult population aged 20 to 79 are currently living with diabetes.

For many Fijian families, diabetes is no longer a distant health warning, it is a daily reality.

The Health Ministry has stepped up its crackdown on the illegal sale of vapes, but enforcement teams continue to face hurdles due to weak legislation and limited evidence.

Fijian children are still consuming unhealthy foods at school, raising concerns over the rising cases of non-communicable diseases.

President, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu, visited the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Hospital in Muddenahalli, India, a medical facility providing free, high-quality healthcare for children and families in need.