Advanced treatment saves Lautoka man’s leg from amputation
A 28-year-old mechanic from Lautoka who was advised that his injured left leg would need to be amputated is now undergoing treatment aimed at saving the limb at Pacific S
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Sterilizer equipment for CWM Maternity not working, another sterilizer being used but turnaround is slow
Serious concerns are being raised by some patients and their families as the sterilizer equipment for the CWM Maternity Hospital is not working.When asked by fijivillage
More than 70 children under 15 have died from HIV in Fiji - Vanawalu
More than 70 children under the age of 15 have died from HIV in Fiji, with Assistant Minister for Education Iliesa Vanawalu stressing the need for better-trained teachers
More than 1,600 students reached through HIV and drug awareness programme, but knowledge gaps remain
More than 1,600 students have been reached through a one-year HIV and drug awareness programme, but important gaps in young people’s understanding of HIV testing,
Health ministry plans to upgrade Nursing stations into Health Centres
As part of efforts to improve healthcare access, the Ministry of Health and Medical Services is planning to upgrade selected nursing stations into health centres and relo
Valelevu Health Centre set for major refurbishment and upgrade
People can hope for better facilities as the Valelevu Health Centre as the Ministry of Health is now looking at a major structural refurbishment, combined with a ne
121 new medical doctors expected to complete internships by July 2027 - Health Minister
121 new medical doctors are expected to complete their internship by July 2027, while another 121 new medical interns are expected to commence their internship in January
Conjoined twins mother hopeful her babies will live a normal life after surgery
The mother of conjoined twins, Akeneta Rokobati Tacaqe says she is very happy and excited knowing her babies will be able to live a normal life after the life-changing su
Father questions delayed CT scan as Health Minister points to hospital space constraints
The father of a 17-year-old boy is still waiting for his son to receive further medical assessment after he was unable to be transferred from Nadi Hospital to Lautoka Hos
Ministry of Health begins major hospital bed upgrade programme
More beds are expected to be delivered to hospitals around the country as the Health Ministry has started the implementation of a nationwide hospital bed upgrade progr
From 20 Cents to a Doctor-Dr Tukaha Mua
With 20 cents in his pocket, Doctor Alfred Tukaha Mua left his home in Malha'a, Rotuma to pursue his secondary school at Queen Victoria School with a promise in mind n
No-case-to-answer ruling in health tender trial set for October 1st
The ruling on the no-case-to-answer application in the health tender trial of former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama, former Attorney-General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and fo
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
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