Health

High demand for midwifery services

Amidst a shortage of staff and rural-to-urban migration, midwives are struggling to meet the rising demand for services.

January 3, 2024 12:13 pm
 

Health

Self-medication remains a challenge

The Ministry of Health is urging Fijians to refrain from self-medication and strictly adhere to prescribed medications.

January 3, 2024 6:56 am
 

covid

Ministry works with WHO to monitor COVID VOI

Our Ministry of Health & Medical Services is collaborating with the World Health Organization (WHO) on the reported emergence of the JN.1 variant of the COVID-19 virus.

January 2, 2024 4:51 pm
 

Health

Surge in child tooth issues

The Ministry of Health has noted an increase in the prevalence of tooth decay and tooth swelling among children aged five to fifteen.

January 2, 2024 4:34 pm
 

Health

Increased demand for medical scans

The Ministry of Health is addressing the increased demand for medical scans at the Colonial War Memorial hospital, averaging over 150 patients daily for x-rays and ultrasound.

January 1, 2024 4:05 pm
 

Health

Fiji looks to modernize Cervical Cancer screening methods

The Ministry of Health in Fiji is looking forward to seeking an HPV molecular testing machine to replace the current Pap smear method for cervical cancer screening at hospitals.

December 31, 2023 12:37 pm
 

Health

More outreach programs needed to detect RHD

Amidst a staggering 5000 reported cases of rheumatic heart diseases, the Ministry of Health stresses the critical role of community outreach and screening programs.

December 31, 2023 7:31 am
 

Health

WHO focuses on addressing NCDs and Mental Health

The World Health Organization is working to change how we see mental health, treating it like any other illness and ending the stigma.

December 29, 2023 12:43 pm
 

Health

Mom shares journey of raising daughter with cancer

A resilient mother of twins, aged 3, is courageously navigating the challenging journey of raising one of her twins battling cancer.

December 29, 2023 12:27 pm
 

Health

WHO targets NCD risk factors

The World Health Organization is focusing on reducing the major risk factors for noncommunicable diseases to prevent deaths.

December 27, 2023 12:18 pm
 

Health

MoH grapples with rising medical record demand

The Ministry of Health’s Record Department is struggling to meet the increasing demand for medical records amidst shortage of staff.

December 27, 2023 10:25 am
 

Health

Ministry notes an increase in oral cancer cases

The Health Ministry has noted an increase in oral cancer cases, with two to three cases diagnosed per month, compared to one case per month in previous years.

December 26, 2023 5:06 pm

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