Health Minister Dr Atonio Lalabalavu this morning received essential medicines required for Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses from the Indian Government.

Calls have been made for increased community involvement in healthcare services and infrastructure.

Global Head of Mission, Sadguru Sri Madhusudan Sai reveals ambitious plans for establishing a new Sai Sanjeevani Institute of Medical Sciences in Fiji to up-skill local health professionals.

The shortage of midwives is an issue that is gradually emerging in the health sector, as these specialized nurses depart for attractive offers in other countries.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka reaffirms the government’s commitment to assisting in expanding Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital’s initiatives in providing essential healthcare services to the community.

Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital has been able to save 277 lives in two years.

The health of indigenous people in the Asia-Pacific region is among the many topics discussed at the World Health Summit Regional meeting, underway in Melbourne, Australia.

E-cigarettes, or vaping devices, have become increasingly popular among young people in Fiji, gradually replacing conventional cigarettes, says Minister for Health Dr Atonio Lalabalavu.

Thirty members of the Nailega Village Youth Group in Wainibuka have started their week by carrying out minor works at the Nasavu Nursing Station in the interior of Ra.

Health Minister Dr Atonio Lalabalavu says Fiji will strengthen its collaborations with international health organizations and invest in sustainable healthcare education.

The Ministry of Youth partnered with Empower Pacific to host a four-day awareness program on Suicide Prevention and Combating Trafficking in Persons.

Fiji faces a shortage of skilled Medical Imaging Technologists (MITs), says Health Minister Doctor Atonio Lalabalavu.