650 people to receive artificial limbs through India’s Jaipur Foot Camp
Around 650 people in Fiji who have lost their limbs are expected to regain their mobility through the Jaipur Foot Camp being organised with support from the Government of
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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
Private pharmacists free to open in Levuka - Ravunawa
Assistant Minister for Health Penioni Ravunawa says the Ministry will not approach private pharmacists about opening a pharmacy in Levuka, but it is up to private operato
Lomaiviti Princess 12 captain and crew honoured for rescuing six medical workers
The captain and crew of Goundar Shipping's Lomaiviti Princess 12 have been honoured for their swift response in rescuing six medical personnel from Lakeba last week, ensu
Colleagues praise boat captain's courage after six health workers rescued from sea ordeal
Boat captain Risiate Senilagakali, who helped save six health workers after they went missing at sea in Lau for more than 30 hours, has been praised by his colleagues for
PM Rabuka meets Health Workers after dramatic sea rescue
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka took time this afternoon to visit the six health professionals who were lost at sea in Lau for more than 30 hours.The six are receiving med
Youngest Type 1 diabetes patient in Fiji just 19 months old - Diabetes Fiji
Serious concerns have been raised by Diabetes Fiji, with the organisation revealing that the youngest person diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes is just one year and seven mon
Health Ministry reviewing safety for maritime health workers following rescue
Assistant Minister for Health Penioni Ravunawa says the Ministry will review the safety measures in place for health workers providing services in maritime areas followin
Fiji-born entrepreneur brings Australian skin health expertise to Fiji
A Fiji-born entrepreneur has fulfilled a dream more than 20 years in the making by bringing advanced skin health treatments from Australia to Fiji. Speaking during the op
Tooth decay affecting 8 in 10 five-year-olds in Fiji - Ravunawa
Almost eight out of every 10 five-year-old children in Fiji are already experiencing tooth decay, with the Ministry of Health reminding children that brushing their teeth
Fijian conjoined twins reach Saudi Arabia for possible separation surgery
Fijian conjoined twins Jesipeli and Di Cecea Kikau have safely reached Saudi Arabia, where they will undergo specialist medical assessments to determine whether they are
Prayer service turns into celebration after miraculous rescue of six health workers
A prayer service organised for six health workers who were missing in the Lau Waters turned into a celebration of thanksgiving following their miraculous rescue last nigh
Emotional reunion as six rescued medical officers arrive safely at Lakeba Hospital
Emotional scenes unfolded as the six medical officers who were missing at sea for more than 30 hours arrived at Lakeba Subdivision Hospital, where they were welcomed by c
6 healthcare workers missing in Lau Waters have been found
Good news as all the 6 healthcare workers who were missing in the Lau Waters have been found.This has been confirmed by Minister for Health, Doctor Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu
Urgent appeal for A+ and O+ blood donors to assist Ravneel Lal
An urgent appeal is being made for A+ and O+ blood donors to help Ravneel Lal, who is currently admitted at Oceania Hospital.People with either of these blood types can g
Health Ministry working to ease pressure on St. Giles Hospital due to increased drug cases
The Ministry of Health is working to ensure that patients admitted to St. Giles Hospital are there to receive the specialised mental health services the facility is inten
Conjoined twins Di Cecea and Jesipeli leave for life-changing separation surgery
After spending the first 10 months of their lives joined together, conjoined twins Di Cecea and Jesipeli Kikau will leave Fiji for Saudi Arabia tomorrow, where they are s
Doctor internship graduates to be employed by next month
Minister for Health, Doctor Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu has assured medical students who have completed their internships and are waiting to be posted that they will be employ
Suva Funeral Directors denies overcrowding claims
The Ministry of Health says it will continue discussions with the privately operated Suva Funeral Directors over concerns about morgue overcrowding.However, the company h
Diabetes Fiji receives donation of $11,000 from IHG Fiji Hotels & Resorts
Diabetes Fiji has received a major boost after FNPF-owned IHG Fiji Hotels & Resorts donated $11,000 to support the people and programmes behind its community health scree
New solar power system enhances healthcare services at Gasele Nursing Station
Residents of Gasele and nearby communities in Kadavu will now have access to more reliable healthcare services following the installation of a solar power system at the G