Health

Concerns mount over traditional medicine use on infants

The Colonial War Memorial Hospital’s Pediatrics Department has raised concerns about the use of traditional medicine on infants, emphasizing potential risks to the infants’ health and well-being.

February 2, 2024 12:54 pm
 

Health

MoH focuses on workforce expansion and promotions

The Ministry of Health is in the process of expanding its workforce and creating additional positions in key areas within divisional hospitals.

February 2, 2024 6:42 am
 

Health

Dr. Waisale raises alarm on late presentation of sick infants

The Colonial War Memorial Hospital Pediatrics Department has expressed ongoing concerns about the late presentation of sick infants to hospitals, emphasizing the importance of early medical intervention for better outcomes.

February 1, 2024 4:58 pm
 

Health

Health workers cautioned

The Health Ministry is issuing a stern warning to health professionals that complaints against them are taken seriously.

February 1, 2024 4:23 pm
 

Health

Pediatrics Department urges safe driving amidst rising child vehicle accidents

The Pediatrics Department at the Colonial War Memorial Hospital has expressed deep concern over the escalating number of vehicle accidents involving children.

February 1, 2024 6:43 am
 

Health

New survey to reveal current NCD trend

The evolving landscape of non-communicable diseases in Fiji has prompted a reassessment of health strategies to address current needs.

February 1, 2024 6:04 am
 

Health

Surge in admissions spark urgent call for child safety

Child safety has been thrust into the spotlight following the recent admission of nine children to the Colonial War Memorial Hospital’s Pediatrics Department.

January 31, 2024 4:56 pm
 

Health

Plans to establish Posting Committee

Amidst the resignation of over 200 health professionals in the last five months, the Ministry of Health is planning on establishing a Posting Committee to fill these vacant positions.

January 31, 2024 12:23 pm
 

Health

Operational hurdles revealed

Health Minister Dr Atonio Lalabalavu and his team recently identified a range of challenges affecting the health sector in the northern division during a tour of health facilities.

January 31, 2024 6:45 am
 

Health

Ample budget for new medical equipment: Prasad

Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad is adamant that the budget allocation for the Ministry of Health is sufficient to meet its needs.

January 30, 2024 4:51 pm
 

Health

Fiji needs drug and alcohol rehab facility: Volatabu

Drug Free World Fiji Founder Kalesi Volatabu is calling for a dedicated drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility in the country as according to her there is lack of support for those struggling with addiction.

January 30, 2024 12:46 pm
 

Health

Concerns over equipment malfunction

The Colonial War Memorial Hospital is grappling with a significant challenge as its cervical cancer sample testing machine has been malfunctioning since December last year.

January 30, 2024 6:28 am

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