The Ministry of Health has implemented a triage system at health facilities where the order of treatment will depend on the urgency of treatment or sickness of those seeking medical attention.
Minister for Health Doctor Ifereimi Waqainabete says this is to ensure those needing urgent medical treatment are seen first by the doctors and nurses.
He says the Ministry is continuously striving to improve service delivery and is adopting new and innovative ways of conducting daily operations at the health facilities.
The Minister says with a number of leptospirosis cases as well as viral like illness, patients are encouraged to visit the health facilities between 8am to 4pm.
He says this will ensure patients are served in an effective and efficient manner.
Doctor Waqainabete says those with potential signs of leptospirosis such as fever, headache and muscle pain should visit the nearest health facilities. He is also encouraging Fijians to keep themselves hydrated and to look after their health.
