Aspen Medical partners with Ronald McDonald House Charities
Aspen Medical has launched the Hospitality Cart Program with Ronald McDonald House Charities Fiji (RMHC) at the Lautoka Hospital to provide comprehensive support to famil
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More interpreters needed at polling stations - Fiji Association of the Deaf
There needs to be more interpreters and sign language experts present at polling stations to assist deaf people and people with disabilities to understand the processes b
Cancer survivor calls for Health ministry to have better plans in place for patients treatment
Jiu Tikoitoga who was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2020 is calling on the Ministry of Health and Medical Services to have better plans in place for patient's treatme
High Commission of India to Fiji donates $282,481 worth of medical consignment for children
A medical consignment for children valued at $282,481 has been handed over by the High Commission of India to Fiji, this contains medicine and injections for children und
More than 1,400 cancer cases are diagnosed in Fiji each year – Min for Health
The cases of cancer continue to increase in Fiji as more than 1,400 cases of cancer are diagnosed in Fiji each year and it remains one of the top five causes of death.
277 lives saved through free-heart surgeries at Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital
277 little hearts have been healed by 10 visiting international teams. While speaking during the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital’s second a
Navola villagers conduct clean-up to mitigate spread of diseases
In a bid to mitigate the spread of diseases such as dengue fever, Navola villagers conducted a clean-up campaign in their village. The clean-up campaign was led by the
E-cigarettes presents health risk – Dr Lalabalavu
Despite claims that e-cigarettes are a safer option, they present a significant public health risk. This was highlighted by the Minister for Health, Dr Atonio Lalabala
Health Ministry urges people to beware of fake Free Medical Insurance Posts
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services is urging people to be aware of the fake Free Medical Insurance posts circulating on social media, which appears to be an atte
LDS church donates $171,692 to the Fiji Govt to support health care infrastructure
In bolstering the health care infrastructure in the country, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has entered into a contribution agreement by donating a total
Relief for Nursing Association as government approves payment for nurses
Fiji Nursing Association President, Doctor Adi Alisi Vudiniabola has acknowledged the government for securing the payment for the nurses, as this has been the main issue
9 more successful surgeries conducted at Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital
Nine successful surgeries have been conducted for children born with congenital heart disease at the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital within three day
No decision made to remove the International Women's Association from CWM - Dr Lalabalavu
Health Minister, Doctor Atonio Lalabalavu says there has been no decision made to remove the International Women's Association, and they welcome any assistance from peopl
Why is Health Ministry trying to oust IWA - Compain
Direct attempts were made earlier this week by the Ministry of Health to disengage from the International Women’s Association who have been voluntarily assisting t
Urgent measures underway to combat HIV/AIDS epidemic
Unsafe sexual practices and the use of injectable drugs have been identified as the contributing factor to the rise of HIV and AIDS cases in Fiji, and the latest new HIV
State requests court to expedite case against Bainimarama, Sayed-Khaiyum and Sharma
DPP Lawyer Laisani Tabuakoro has requested the Suva Magistrates Court today to expedite the case against former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama, former Attorney General
Bainimarama, Sayed-Khaiyum and Sharma back in court for Health Ministry tender case
Former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama, former Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and former Health Minister Neil Sharma will appear in court for the Health Ministry
Severe pneumonia and newborn illnesses leading causes of death among children in Fiji - Dr. Stephen Howie
Severe pneumonia and newborn illnesses are the leading causes of death among children in Fiji. This has been revealed by Pediatrician Associate officer Dr. Stephen How
Health Ministry instituting nationwide recall of the sale of “Hot and Tasty†branded peanuts
The Ministry of Health is instituting a nationwide recall of “Hot and Tasty†brand Peanuts (150g) after receiving an alert from the International Food Safety
Rabuka advocates for active living
As we look forward to World Health Day, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says a day exercise shouldn't be restricted by age, it should be part of our lifestyle and we shoul
Teeth numbers determine the wellness of Oral health - Tudravu
A healthy baby should have 20 teeth, an adult teeth should have 32 teeth and a senior citizen must have 20 teeth at the end of their life if you do not have the right num