The increase in excise tax on alcohol and tobacco (five percent) and carbonated and sugar products indicates government’s intent to tackle the non-communicable disease crisis in Fiji.

The newly-opened private hospital, Pacific Specialist Healthcare in Nadi has successfully delivered its first baby last weekend.

The Health Ministry has issued a strong advisory, urging individuals with chronic diseases to refrain from visiting the Vunato Area in Lautoka until the smoke from the ongoing rubbish dump fire subsides.

Fiji recorded 46 HIV-related deaths last year, which is also the highest in the region and for Fiji.

The youngest patient to have undergone heart surgery last week at the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital in Suva was an eight-week old baby.

A Solomon Island family is celebrating the successful heart surgery of their son today following his discharge yesterday.

A donor coordination team has been established by the Ministry of Health to fast-track their assistance process.

St. Giles Hospital has joined forces with Health and Wellness mentors to introduce yoga sessions as part of their stress-relieving efforts, aiming to address the high burnout rate among staff members.

Pacific Specialist Healthcare Private Hospital has unveiled ambitious plans to establish a major branch in Labasa, along with a network of affiliated clinics spanning the country.

Permanent Secretary for Health, Doctor James Fong recently held a meeting with ASPEN Medical to discuss collaborative initiatives that would complement health service delivery.

Permanent Secretary for Health, Doctor James Fong, has called for patience in the improvement of nurses’ welfare in the country.

The Ministry of Health’s allocation in the 2023–24 National Budget has enabled the health sector to spend in the upcoming financial year.