Government will not deviate from its commitment to improve health services and resources across the country.
This was the message from the Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama when he officiated at several projects in Tailevu and Rewa which aimed at lifting the standard of health service delivery.
The Prime Minister commissioned the new Dawasamu Nursing Quarters and also visited Korovou Hospital and Lodoni Health Centre to look at the existing resources and services.
Bainimarama says nothing is more important to the government than providing for the health and physical well‑being of all Fijians and he says that is why government is investing so much in health and education.
He says rural nursing stations are an important part of that because they allow for the provision of basic medical services right to the communities.
Bainimarama says we simply cannot build full‑service hospitals in every community in Fiji, but we must make ensure that all communities have access to basic health care.
The Prime Minister also called on Fijians to lead a healthier lifestyle to ensure that certain diseases can be avoided.
He says he is personally very deeply committed to improving the health of the people, and especially those living in rural areas.
Bainimarama says unfortunately, the increasing numbers of Fijians are suffering from conditions like obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes and heart disease, even in their young and most productive years, when they have so much to contribute to their families and communities.
He says many of these conditions can be prevented or improved if we maintain healthy diets and stay active.
The Prime Minister also opened the new Dining Hall and Staff Quarters at Vutia District School in Rewa where he challenged both students and teachers on the investments made not just by Government but by parents and guardians to ensure that every child has access to quality education.
He urged the students to make the most of these improvements as the government will be with them every step of the way, but it is up to them to apply yourselves in the classroom.
Bainimarama says they are the future of our society, and one day they will become our politicians, scientists, teachers and business leaders.
He called on students to work hard and never give up.
