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Father and LegendFM radio personality, Jerry Ligairi is making a heartfelt plea to everyone for assistance to help save his son’s life. 13-year-old Alexander Ligairi, who is currently fighting for his life in the
President of International Women's Association Fiji says the shortage of IV fluids, particularly saline, remains a pressing issue. Compain says while they acknowledge the Ministry of Health’s efforts to address p
People in Viti Levu and Vanua Levu will soon benefit from free mobile eye screenings thanks to Island Medical Centre. Island Medical Centre Managing Director Azad Ali says the initiative follows a strong turnout du
Societal barriers, taboos, and insufficient education on menopause emerge as common challenges in Fiji according to the new report on the urgent action needed to assist our women regarding menopause. The report tit
Renowned General and Interventional Cardiologist Dr Vijay Kapadia, based at the Gold Coast University Hospital in Australia, has stressed the need for rheumatic heart surgeries to be carried out at CWM Hospital. Dr
The Ministry of Health will be replacing non-functional fans in public health facilities as soon as possible, following concerns about ventilation and patient comfort in overcrowded medical centres. Minister for He
The number of patients that have succumbed to leptospirosis and dengue fever is regrettable but each patient must be viewed individually based on past medical history and medical care. Minister for Health Dr Ratu A
There have been 7 deaths so far this year from leptospirosis The Ministry of Health says there have also been 610 leptospirosis laboratory confirmed cases from January 1st to March 23rd 2025. The Ministry say
The Ministry of Health has acknowledged the ongoing staff shortages in public health facilities, however, critical cases are always prioritised. While responding to concerns raised by fijivillage News, Minister for
We urgently need your help! A blood donation is required for Tagilala Takawa, who is currently at – CWM Hospital in Sukuna Ward. Required Blood Type: O+ (Positive) If you are able to donate or kno
The Ministry of Health has assured people that upgrading the infrastructure at Valelevu Health Centre remains a priority, however, logistical challenges are delaying the process due to the facility’s high patient dema
Renowned General and Interventional Cardiologist, Dr Vijay Kapadia, based at the Gold Coast University Hospital in Australia, has voiced his frustrations over the serious lack of support for proper heart care services
To combat the increasing typhoid rate in Fiji, the Fiji National University has joined forces with the Ministry of Health to support a Typhoid Vaccination Campaign in the Northern division. FNU says the two-day vac
Concerns have been raised by frustrated patients and families over the poor service and deteriorating conditions at the Valelevu Health Centre, with calls for immediate action from the Ministry of Health. The frust
We can end Tuberculosis, but only if we stand together. That is the message from Subdivisional Medical Officer Nadi, Dr Amos Zibran to community health workers during their training, which coincided with World Tube
People in the Northern Division may not have to worry about medicine shortage after the opening of Labasa Divisional Hospital Warehouse Tolu in Siberia Road, Labasa by the Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka this afternoon.
A major retail shop in Rakiraki Town was issued a closure order due to ongoing compliance issues, while seven businesses were fined heftily following enforcement actions by Health Inspectors from the Ministry of Health
The Tui Cakau and President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu has urged the chiefly leaders within the Cakaudrove Province to take the first step in openly addressing the national HIV outbreak which is being fueled by increased i
Every year, tobacco use claims more than 1,200 Fijian lives, with 71 percent of these deaths occurring in individuals under the age of 70 — representing a significant number of premature deaths. This has been hig
The Ministry of Health is bringing a great opportunity to the people of the Northern Division through its Free Medicine Scheme. A team from the Fiji Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Services will be stationed at Labas
