Health

New Rotuma hospital to reduce reliance on costly evacuation

The Ministry of Health will now be able to save an average of $176,000 annually following the opening of the new Rotuma Sub-divisional Hospital.

February 8, 2024 12:28 pm
 

Health

Sewerage burst into the Rewa River, a concern

The public has voiced frustration over a major sewerage burst next to the Rewa River since last year, which is becoming a nuisance and health hazard.

February 7, 2024 4:44 pm
 

Health

Increase noted in Cancer cases

There has been a general increase in most types of cancer in Fiji in the last decade.

February 7, 2024 12:07 pm
 

Health

Transparent policies needed to bridge cancer care gap

There is a need to advocate for policies that promote affordable and transparent pricing of medicine for individuals diagnosed with cancer.

February 5, 2024 4:34 pm
 

Health

Emotional and financial burdens can be overwhelming: Dr Tappoo

Fiji has about 200 recorded cases of congenital heart defects annually.

February 5, 2024 4:25 pm
 

Health

Awareness week spotlights congenital heart issues

In a bid to shine spotlight on a silent, significant heart health issue that affects countless lives around the world, the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Heart Hospital today launched the Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week.

February 5, 2024 12:36 pm
 

Health

Tackling cancer’s root causes

The Health Ministry’s Head of Wellness has stressed the importance of mitigating cancer risk factors.

February 4, 2024 4:17 pm
 

Health

Dietician shortage amidst rising NCD’s

The Health Ministry has disclosed a shortage of dieticians, reporting only 109 professionals available to address the growing population facing Non-Communicable Diseases.

February 4, 2024 12:42 pm
 

Health

Concerns mount over traditional medicine use on infants

The Colonial War Memorial Hospital’s Pediatrics Department has raised concerns about the use of traditional medicine on infants, emphasizing potential risks to the infants’ health and well-being.

February 2, 2024 12:54 pm
 

Health

MoH focuses on workforce expansion and promotions

The Ministry of Health is in the process of expanding its workforce and creating additional positions in key areas within divisional hospitals.

February 2, 2024 6:42 am
 

Health

Dr. Waisale raises alarm on late presentation of sick infants

The Colonial War Memorial Hospital Pediatrics Department has expressed ongoing concerns about the late presentation of sick infants to hospitals, emphasizing the importance of early medical intervention for better outcomes.

February 1, 2024 4:58 pm
 

Health

Health workers cautioned

The Health Ministry is issuing a stern warning to health professionals that complaints against them are taken seriously.

February 1, 2024 4:23 pm

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