More funds for HIV programs, infrastructure upgrades and medications – Dr Lalabalavu
With the country’s HIV status continuing to grow, the Health Ministry is looking at getting more funding in the upcoming 2025/2026 National Budget to run their di
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Community Health Workers provide important linkage between the health system and the communities – Dr Tudravu
The role of Community Health Workers (CHWs) is an integral part of our primary health care system as they provide an important linkage between the health system and the c
Health Ministry receive six ambulances from Japanese Govt
The Ministry for Health received six new ambulances from the Japanese Government, which have been distributed to six sub-divisions to ensure a consistent and fully operat
Health Ministry establish HIV Sexual Reproductive Health Unit to lead combat of HIV
To combat the ongoing crisis of HIV cases in the country, the Health Ministry has now established the HIV Sexual Reproductive Health Unit, that will take the lead in the
Over 2,000 HPV test kits donated to boost cervical cancer prevention in Fiji
More women will now be able to get tested for cervical issues as the Ministry of Health has received a donation of over 2,000 expert HPV assay kits and other essential su
Bainimarama, Sayed-Khaiyum and Sharma case transferred to High Court for trial
Former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama, former Attorney-General Aiyaz-Sayed Khaiyum and former Health Minister Dr Neil Sharma's case has been transferred to the High Co
State seeks High Court transfer in case against Bainimarama, Sayed-Khaiyum and Sharma
Former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama, former Attorney-General Aiyaz-Sayed Khaiyum and former Health Minister Dr Neil Sharma appeared before Senior Magistrate Sufia H
Health Minister says they do not condone mistreatment of patients as allegations surface of mistreatment of grandmother
Following allegations of mistreatment of patients who suffered minor heart attacks and strokes at the Valelevu Health Centre, Minister for Health Dr Ratu Atonio Lalabalav
Health Ministry hopes to receive more funding to battle HIV cases
The Health Ministry is hoping to receive more funding to battle the increase in HIV cases in the upcoming budget. Minister for Health Dr Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu says th
Unsafe food can lead to over 200 diseases – Health Minister
When food is unsafe due to harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites, or chemical contaminants, it can lead to up to 200 diseases, ranging from minor injuries to life-threaten
Alarming statistics show 1,583 new HIV cases recorded, out of which 90% are iTaukei
Recent statistics have revealed a concerning rise in HIV cases in Fiji, with 1,583 new diagnoses recorded between January and December 2024 - and of these, a staggering 9
4 meningococcal cases doesn’t meet criteria for an outbreak – Ministry
Following 4 confirmed cases of meningococcal disease and the death of a child between April 21st and May 5th in the Central Division, no other cases have been confirmed a
Cost of tobacco-related illness is more than the revenue generated by cigarette taxes - Dr Lalabalavu
The Health Ministry is looking to increase taxes on tobacco as the cost of tobacco-related illness on the economy is about 4.3 times more than the revenue generated by ci
66% of women stay silent on menopause at work - Doctor Vaniqi
66 percent of women did not speak to their employers about adjustments made to support them during menopause. This has been highlighted by the Ministry of Healthâ€
PSH CEO calls for tax incentives to boost local and medical tourism healthcare
The Pacific Specialist Healthcare CEO, Pravish Kumar has called for tax incentives for health providers serving both; local and foreign patients. Kumar proposed this d
Peripartum depression affects 10 percent of mothers in Fiji - Dr Erasito
A psychiatrist based in Suva, Doctor Violet Erasito says around 10 percent of women who give birth annually in Fiji are affected with peripartum depression. Peripartum
23 children diagnosed with HIV in 2024 - Doctor Thaggard
23 cases of HIV in children have been recorded by the Ministry of Health from January to September 2024. While speaking at the Fiji Medical Association Central Mini-Co
Pacific Specialist Healthcare plans to bring radiotherapy to Fiji for cancer patients
As cancer contributes to 11 percent of all deaths in Fiji, the Pacific Specialist Healthcare is planning to bring radiotherapy treatment for cancer patients. Deputy Pr
Aspen Medical opens new Cath Lab in Lautoka
Aspen Medical has opened a new Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory (cath lab) at Lautoka Hospital, which it says signifies an advancement in the provision of world-class c
Bainimarama, Sayed-Khaiyum and Sharma health tender case motion hearing on June 10th
The motion hearing for the health tender case against Voreqe Bainimarama, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and Neil Sharma will be held on June 10th. Magistrate Sufia Hamza has tol
Fiji calls on the Commonwealth to partner with global health agencies to develop health strategies
Assistant Minister for Health & Medical Services Penioni Ravunawa has made a call to the Commonwealth on behalf of the Fijian Government to leverage partnerships with