The Ba Hospital has officially opened its doors, marking a significant milestone in the enhancement of healthcare services in Fiji since its inception in 2019.

The Health Ministry remains concerned about the increasing HIV cases and AIDS-related deaths with troubling trends tied to illicit drug use and mother-to-child transmission.

Medical teams from the Bua and Labasa subdivisions have been conducting medical outreaches in the Northern Division for the past two weeks.

Construction has begun on the new multi-million dollar Vuo Health Center just outside Labasa town.

Health Minister Doctor Atonio Lalabalavu says there is no need to establish a cancer centre in Fiji currently, as treatments are incorporated at various primary and secondary healthcare facilities.

As World Oxygen Day was celebrated earlier this week, the Cure Kids Fiji together with the Ministry of Health and Medical Services continues to highlight the message that no one should die for lack of oxygen.

The Fiji Cancer Society is dealing with a sharp increase in cancer cases, having registered 772 new patients since January last year.

The Fiji Cancer Society is facing ongoing funding challenges as it works to provide essential support to cancer patients.

The shortage of specialist skillsets like urologists continues to be a challenge within the health care systems in Fiji.

Lifeline Fiji has noted a change in the mindset on mental health, as a significant number of people have sought assistance with their struggles in life.

Decked Out Fiji Group has joined the fight against cancer, as it has committed to donate three percent of its total sales to the Fiji Cancer Society.

Radiology services at the Nausori, Valelevu, Vunidawa, and Korovou health centres are currently not operational.