The Ministry of Health faces the major challenge of poor nutrition and malnutrition among Fiji's children.
National advisor Family Health Dr Josaia Samuela said records show high and unacceptable levels of anaemia in Fiji among both children at all age groups and pregnant women.
He added that Fiji has also promoted exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months as part of Baby Friendly Hospital initiative.
A National Breastfeeding and Immunization Week has also been organized from the 26th to 30th October and the Health Ministry has reiterated its call for commitment towards meeting the needs of the children and mothers.
