The Water Authority of Fiji has clarified that its network, including modern plastic pipeline systems, is safe and internationally approved for potable water applications, and poses no risk to public health or water quality.

Fiji is facing a serious childhood malnutrition crisis, with 63 percent of children under the age of five affected.

The Ministry of Health has advised the public to avoid the Colo-i-Suva Forest Park area and swimming in the forest pools until further notice due to the risk of leptospirosis following recent cases.

Fijians have been urged to take immediate precautionary measures following a recent death and admissions with suspected severe leptospirosis last week.

Fiji is ramping up efforts to eliminate scabies as a public health concern, with new national guidelines, stronger surveillance and improved access to treatment now in place.

Aspen Medical has completed 1,000 cardiothoracic procedures at Lautoka Hospital since 2022, marking a major milestone for cardiac care in Fiji.

The Ministry of Health says it is committed to upgrading electrical systems in major hospitals to ensure newly installed medical equipment operates safely and efficiently.

The Ministry of Health will procure additional equipment with a $4.6m grant from the Japanese government’s Economic and Social Development Programme.

Shifting to whole, unprocessed foods could be critical in tackling the rising burden of non-communicable diseases, according to a leading plant-based cooking advocate.

Diabetes is increasingly affecting young Fijians, raising serious health concerns.

A spike in risk of leptospirosis in Tavua has triggered a joint health and biosecurity operation.

Stroke is increasingly affecting younger Fijians, challenging the belief that it only affects older adults.