Fiji Corrections clarifies 206 active HIV cases, not 1,440
The Fiji Corrections Service has clarified that there are 206 active cases of HIV recorded within Fiji’s correctional facilities.The Corrections Service stressed t
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Uni Fiji launches HIV Prevention, Care and Awareness Campaign
The University of Fiji has launched its HIV Prevention, Care and Awareness Campaign, strengthening its commitment to public health advocacy and empowering young people to
No single leader or programme can tackle HIV outbreak alone - Wong
Fiji’s HIV response requires a whole-of-community approach, with Australia’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong saying no single leader or programme
Australian Govt commits $23.5 million to support Fiji's HIV response
Fiji's fight against HIV has received a boost as Australia will provide $23.5 million in support of Fiji's National HIV Outbreak Response Plan.This has been highlighted b
Peer outreach worker urges Tavua families to get tested as HIV crisis deepens
Peer Outreach Worker Viliame Vauvau, also known as Willy Gold, will continue his HIV awareness and community outreach programme in the Tavua and Vatukoula corridors tomor
New HIV digital module launched to improve patient tracking and care in Fiji
Fiji’s HIV response has moved towards a more integrated digital system with the launch of a new HIV module within PATISPlus, aimed at improving patient care, data
Fiji faces generalized HIV epidemic as children as young as five test positive
Children as young as five are now being diagnosed with HIV in Fiji, as health experts warn the virus is spreading beyond traditional high-risk groups to pregnant women, c
48% of new HIV infections associated with high-risk drug use - Dr Mitchell
48 percent of people who are now becoming infected with HIV are associated with high-risk drug use, with people who inject drugs and share needles and syringes at risk of
Ministry is not just reporting HIV numbers, we are acting - Dr Mitchell
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services is working on a targeted outreach program designed to engage key populations including youth, street dwellers, inmates, and
Students to benefit from new HIV and drug awareness materials
Students across Fiji are expected to benefit from new educational materials aimed at raising awareness about HIV prevention, drug abuse and healthy lifestyle choices.The
Fiji’s HIV epidemic has changed rapidly, and health workers must adapt – Dr Mitchell
National HIV Outbreak and Cluster Response Chair Dr Jason Mitchell says Fiji is now facing a much larger HIV epidemic than health experts expected, with rising infections
HIV cases surge in Fiji, now among highest worldwide
Fiji is currently reporting the highest HIV/AIDS rates in the Pacific, ranking third globally, with cases continuing to rise.This concern was highlighted by Ministry f
Every child needs one adult to trust and believe in them
As Fiji faces increasing challenges with drugs, HIV and non-communicable diseases among young people, every child needs at least one responsible adult who believes in the
Infant HIV rise linked to mother-to-child transmission, not testing
An increase in HIV infections among infants is raising serious concern, with health officials warning that this reflects a real rise in cases rather than just improved te
Death penalty for drug manufacturing and 20% pay cut for MPs -Sharma
The introduction of the death penalty for deliberate drug manufacturing and a 20 percent reduction in MPs’ salaries has been proposed by Opposition MP Rinesh Sh
Fiji could soon have 9,000 people living with HIV - Ravunawa
Assistant Minister for Health Penioni Ravunawa revealed that Fiji is currently facing a HIV pandemic, and if current trends continue, projections indicate that Fiji could
59 babies born with HIV last year - Dr Lalabalavu
About 59 babies were born with HIV last year, in comparison to 31 babies in 2024.Minister for Health Doctor Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu explains that when HIV is rising in ant
$150M needed a year to treat all HIV patients in Fiji - Dr Mitchell
Where is Fiji going to get $150 million to put everyone living with HIV on treatment?This is the stark question posed by Dr Jason Mitchell as he warns that Fiji’s
Kiran reveals high HIV risk among street children
Almost every child who lives on the street has HIV and AIDS.This has been confirmed by the Minister for Children, Sashi Kiran while speaking during Queen Victoria School
Silence will make it worse: Rotuma youth leader calls for HIV awareness
With HIV cases emerging in Rotuma and fears that the festive season could accelerate transmission, youth representative Inoke Mani says urgent education and open discussi
There is a need for greater support for pregnant mothers living with HIV - Colati
With HIV cases rising in Fiji, organisations are urgently calling for stronger support systems for pregnant women living with HIV to protect both mothers and their childr