Health

Move quickly to fight NCDs: Prasad

Deputy Prime Minister Professor Biman Prasad says stakeholders must move quickly to fight non-communicable diseases in the country.

July 24, 2023 10:13 am
 

Health

Health Center enhances its presence to encourage hospital visits

The Raiwaqa Health Center is confident that more people in the area need treatments and check-ups.

July 24, 2023 6:35 am
 

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Chemo costs exceed $40k

The Founder of Walk on Walk Strong has brought attention to the soaring costs of chemotherapy drugs for children battling cancer, surpassing a staggering $40,000.

July 21, 2023 12:53 pm
 

Health

Alarming teenage pregnancy stats revealed

The Ministry of Health has revealed that its Health Information Unit recorded 1, 279 teenage pregnancy cases from 2018 to 2021.

July 20, 2023 4:53 pm
 

Health

Infants to two-year-olds amongst children battling cancer

Walk on Walk Strong commonly known as WOWS is providing care and support to 82 children diagnosed with cancer.

July 20, 2023 4:34 pm
 

Health

Meeting to discuss key factors in oral health

A 6th Pacific Island Chief Dental Officer meeting is currently underway in Suva to discuss the Global Oral Health Strategy and pave the way towards establishing a Global Oral Health Action Plan for the region.

July 20, 2023 12:13 pm
 

Health

260 percent surge in new HIV infections

The number of new HIV infections has surged by a staggering 260% since 2010, making Fiji the second fastest country in the Asia Pacific with the HIV epidemic.

July 20, 2023 6:21 am
 

Health

World Bank to assist Fiji’s health sector

The World Bank has stepped in to assist Fiji in improving its health infrastructure and services.

July 19, 2023 4:45 pm
 

Health

Minister admits security lapse at Vunato landfill

Minister for Local Government, Maciu Nalumisa admits that anyone can access Vunato Landfill in Lautoka as they do not have strict security measures.

July 19, 2023 12:24 pm
 

Health

Psychological first aid provided to accident witnesses

Some residents, especially the elderly, who witnessed a bus carrying primary school student’s tumble in Lautoka last month are still trying to recover from what they saw.

July 17, 2023 5:54 am
 

Health

Health Ministry addresses critical infrastructure issues

The Health Ministry has embarked on a mission to address severe electrical and sewage problems plaguing Navua Hospital.

July 16, 2023 4:53 pm
 

Health

Discussing suicide with empathy and care

Lifeline Fiji has emphasized the importance of discussing suicide in a sensitive manner, avoiding exaggeration or sensationalism that may further burden individuals already struggling with suicidal ideations.

July 16, 2023 11:34 am

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