Education Minister Aseri Radrodro says they are ramping up efforts to combat the rising number of HIV cases among school-aged children.

The newly launched National HIV Surge Strategic Plan aims to reduce HIV transmission, prioritize prevention, diagnosis, treatment, care, and harm reduction, and address its connection with drug use.

For every person affected by HIV, there is an estimated ratio of three unregistered cases.

The battle against HIV is not only a health issue but also a potential economic and developmental challenge says Minister for Health Dr Atonio Lalabalavu.

There has been a disturbing rise in HIV-related deaths, with 115 fatalities recorded between January and September last year prompting the Ministry of Health to declare a national HIV outbreak.

Health Minister Dr Atonio Lalabalavu has declared an outbreak of HIV cases in the country.

Oceania Hospital Pte Limited is strengthening its commitment to improving healthcare delivery with an ongoing focus on both infrastructure development and expanding its service offerings.

Pacific Specialist Healthcare (PSH) Hospitals has welcomed the announcement by Fiji Airways of direct flights between Cairns, Australia and Nadi from April 10 this year.

Health Minister Dr Atonio Lalabalavu has supported a request by healthcare workers for the provision of specialized vehicles capable of handling challenging terrain.

The Nadi Hospital has received yet another boost to its healthcare services with the donation of a Vital Signs Monitor to its General Outpatients Department by Club Wyndham Denarau Island.

Newly appointed Assistant Minister for Health Penioni Ravunawa has pledged to assist health workers who are struggling to maintain service.

The Health Ministry has set plans to revisit and refurbish medical centres, however, funds is an issue.