Diabetes and high blood pressure are prevalent non-communicable diseases reported daily at the Raiwaqa Health Centre, serving one of the largest urban populations, totalling 35,000 people.

The Fiji Cancer Society has emphasized the need to close the care gap for cancer patients.

The Raiwaqa Medical Area, which looks after 35,000 Fijians, reported a concerning increase in leptospirosis, typhoid, and dengue fever last year.

A staggering 1200 cases of non-communicable diseases were recorded within the Raiwai-Raiwaqa health subdivision last year.

Minister for Health Doctor Atonio Lalabalavu has promised the refurbishment of the Kioa Health Center.

The need for fresh data for informed decision-making in eye health has been brought to the forefront.

Improving the facilities at hospitals and health centres continues to be one of the main challenges.

The Health Ministry is urging individuals with diabetes to prioritize their eye health.

Tavua Hospital presented a series of challenges to Deputy Prime Minister Biman Prasad, shedding light on the critical issues faced by the healthcare facility.

The Pacific Eye Institute has identified a concerning trend, as one in every ten children is diagnosed with a refractive error, resulting in blurred vision.

The Health Ministry has raised concerns over self-treatment of eye diseases and infections by the use of herbal leaves, as the CWM Hospital Eye Clinic records over one case on a weekly basis.

Medical staff need to be well looked after, especially in rural areas, so that they can serve members of the community better.