Health

Healthy living key to combating cancer crisis

Cancer survivors in Fiji are set to receive enhanced emotional and social support alongside medical care with the Fiji Cancer Society welcoming a key strategy in the recently launched National Development Plan.

November 18, 2024 6:38 am
 

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Fiji eyes health tourism growth

The Pacific Specialist Healthcare Hospital has taken a major step in positioning Fiji as a growing health tourism destination with the successful completion of the first open-heart surgery.

November 18, 2024 6:05 am
 

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Fiji takes lead on climate health solutions

Fiji has taken a bold step in tackling the health impacts of climate change with the launch of its Health Adaptation Plan at COP29.

November 17, 2024 7:10 am
 

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Pediatric Cardiology scholarships announced for Fijians

Healthcare professionals keen to study pediatric cardiology can now access fully-funded scholarships at the Sri Madhusudan Sai Institute of Medical Sciences in India.

November 14, 2024 4:17 pm
 

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Calls for stronger focus on preventing amputations

“We cannot keep amputating limbs.”

November 14, 2024 4:02 pm
 

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MOH implements controlled distribution of HIV medications

The Ministry of Health and Medical Services has implemented controlled distribution of crucial Human Immunodeficiency Virus medications as it waits for additional supplies.

November 14, 2024 5:30 am
 

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Chand clarifies overtime payments for health staff

Civil Service permanent secretary Parmesh Chand has clarified why approved overtime payments will only be available for six months.

November 13, 2024 3:33 pm
 

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Church donates $40,000 for CWMH ward upgrades

The Health Ministry says it will focus on upgrading the Colonial War Memorial Hospital’s Children’s Ward washrooms and Special Outpatient Department, following a $40,000 donation from the First United Methodist Church.

November 13, 2024 5:00 am
 

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Cataract surgery restores hope to families

Chinese Ambassador to Fiji Zhou Jian says the “Bright Journey” mission has not only restored patients’ vision but also brought renewed hope to their families.

November 12, 2024 5:07 am
 

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Prostate cancer is preventable: Kapoor

Making small and impactful changes in daily habits can significantly lower the risk of prostate cancer.

November 11, 2024 4:01 pm
 

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New yoga centre to boost preventive healthcare, fight NCDs

The Indian Government has expanded its healthcare partnership with Fiji by launching an initiative focused on preventive healthcare, specifically aimed at combating the rising burden of non-communicable diseases.

November 11, 2024 3:00 pm
 

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Sharma highlights importance of timely eye surgery

Navua resident Janendra Sharma is urging those experiencing any eye issues to seek medical help promptly to ensure timely treatment.

November 11, 2024 12:08 pm

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