Moala Health Centre still short of beds despite new SOS donation
With only two wooden hospital beds at the Moala Health Centre and one new bed donated by Save Our Supplies (SOS) Australia, concerns remain that this is still not enough
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Moala Health Services boosted by medical donation from SOS Australia
The people of Moala are now better supported in healthcare services through a donation of medical equipment from Save Our Supplies (SOS) Australia, which includes 30 boxe
Grandmother sees granddaughter again after free cataract surgery
A 69-year-old grandmother will be able to see her 5-year-old granddaughter again after receiving life-changing cataract surgery through the China (Guangdong) "Bright Jour
Over 100 patients blessed with free cataract surgeries
Over 100 patients will be receiving free of charge cataract surgeries today by the China (Guangdong) "Bright Journey" to Fiji mission at the Pacific Eye Institute. Thi
Workforce shortage still a challenge for nursing – Dr Lalabalavu
Minister for Health Dr Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu says the Ministry continues to face a workforce issue in terms of nursing numbers and is doing its best to address the situa
Maharaj questions Govt’s health achievements amid staff and infrastructure concerns
Opposition MP Alvick Maharaj has questioned how the government can claim victory in the health sector when the basic physical environment for delivering care is falling a
Fiji to establish first National Alcohol and Drug Recovery Centre funded by Korea - Health Minister
Fiji is set to take a major step in addressing the nation’s growing drug problem, with the Ministry of Health and Medical Services leading efforts to establish the
Health Tender: Counsel for Bainimarama, Sayed-Khaiyum and Dr Sharma request for trial next year
Defence counsel for former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama, former Attorney-General Aiyaz-Sayed Khaiyum and former Health Minister Dr Neil Sharma have asked in the Suva
Rising cases of influenza reported across Fiji
An increase in influenza-like illnesses (ILI) has been reported across all four divisions. The Ministry of Health says the rise is consistent with Fiji’s usual
Health Ministry reviewing Tobacco Control Act to expand smoke-free zones and tighten vaping regulations
To improve public health standards in Fiji, the Ministry of Health is reviewing both the Tobacco Control Act and the Food Safety Act. The Ministry says internal consul
Solar panels installation in remote areas to power oxygen concentrators
Unreliable power supply across remote and island health facilities to power oxygen concentrators remain a major challenge for the Ministry of Health. This was highligh
HIV, drugs, rape and domestic violence raised as serious issues in Tailevu Provincial Council meeting
Serious concerns about HIV/AIDS, drugs, rape, and domestic violence against women and girls have been raised by Minister for Lands, Filimoni Vosarogo, during the Tailevu
Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital to install new cath lab next April
Cath labs will be installed at the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital next April to support more interventional procedures for children. This was hig
WHO supports access to safer and affordable surgery framework
With climate change increasing surgical site infections and disrupting healthcare systems, the World Health Organization is supporting a regional framework to improve acc
Healthcare must lead the fight against climate crisis
The climate crisis is a cause for major concern in the Pacific region, and the healthcare sector stands at a crossroads, where it can either continue contributing to the
Sewage leak near Coronation Park poses health and environmental risks in Lautoka
Serious concerns are being raised as raw sewage has been overflowing from a manhole near Coronation Park in Lautoka, posing significant health risks. While speaking to
Ministry identifies anomalies and overcharging by some of the GPs under Free Medical Scheme
The Ministry of Finance has revealed that while the Public-Private Partnership for the Free Medical Scheme has worked well and most General Practitioners get paid in a ti
Nadi Hospital unveils new Tuberculosis and Dermatology Centre
Nadi Hospital has marked a major milestone in healthcare with the opening of its new Tuberculosis and Dermatology Centre and the launch of a comprehensive Maternal and Ch
Fiji Learning Institute for Public Service opens new gym to promote wellness among civil servants
To promote wellness among civil servants and mark a key step, the Fiji Learning Institute for Public Service has opened a new gym in Nasese. Prime Minister Sitiveni Ra
Fiji recognised for elimination of trachoma, rubella and measles
Fiji has been recognised by the World Health Organization for the elimination of trachoma, rubella and measles, marking a historic moment for public health in the nation.
College of General Practitioners urges moderation and healthy choices this Diwali as diabetes cases rise
As many will be indulging in sweets and snacks on the auspicious occasion of Diwali today, the Fiji College of General Practitioners is strongly reminding people to devel