A newly inaugurated Dogo Health Centre in Tailevu, located in the northern part of Fiji, is set to provide healthcare services to over 8,000 residents in the districts of Dawasamu, Namena, and Sawakasa. This facility will also manage services at nearby nursing stations associated with Ratu Kadavulevu School and Queen Victoria School.
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka highlighted the opening as an essential milestone that reflects the Coalition Government’s commitment to improving access to quality healthcare. During the commissioning, he expressed gratitude to the Minister for Health, the Permanent Secretary, and the New Zealand Government for their ongoing support to Fiji’s healthcare sector.
The health centre has been refurbished following a fire in 2017, funded by the New Zealand Government at a total cost of $472,895. During the event, Prime Minister Rabuka also addressed the pressing issue of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), encouraging attendees to utilize available health services for checks on blood sugar and blood pressure. He emphasized the importance of personal health, stating that it is essential for the wellbeing of families, communities, and the nation as a whole.
New Zealand’s High Commissioner to Fiji, Ms. Charlotte Darlow, reaffirmed her country’s commitment to supporting Fiji in healthcare, climate resilience, and economic empowerment initiatives, among other key areas.
This new health facility represents a significant step forward in enhancing healthcare access and addressing critical health challenges in the region. It’s a hopeful development that showcases international cooperation and the government’s dedication to prioritizing health for a stronger Fiji.
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