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Former Ba midfielder Tuimasi Manuca, Fiji international, dies after cancer battle
Beloved Ba football icon Tuimasi Manuca has died after a battle with cancer. A fixture on the pitch and a devoted community figure, his legacy in Ba and Fiji football will be felt for years to come.
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Women Account for Two-Thirds of Fiji’s Western Division Cancer Diagnoses in 2023, Breast Cancer Tops the List
New figures from Fiji’s Western Division suggest a pronounced female burden in cancer diagnoses, with breast and reproductive cancers leading the way. The findings also point to gaps in local diagnostic capacity that could affect how people access care.
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Vaping linked to cancer risk in NZ study, prompting calls for stricter regulation and youth protections
New findings suggest vaping may carry a measurable cancer risk, especially when used beyond smoking cessation. Heating vape liquids can generate toxic byproducts like formaldehyde and acrolein. While vaping is likely less harmful than smoking, the exact risk remains unquantified, prompting calls for precaution and tighter controls—especially to curb youth use.
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Fiji mother urges early medical care as seven-year-old son battles brain tumour with WOWS Kids support
When a young boy is diagnosed with a brain tumour, a Fiji family is forced to rewrite their future. Three years on, a mother’s devotion—and a network of care—keep them moving through the ongoing fight, stigma, and everyday life.
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Ed Sheeran opens up about Cherry Seaborn’s cancer battle during pregnancy and a surge of songwriting after surgery
Ed Sheeran pulls back the curtain on a private family crisis that reshaped his life—and his music—revealing how fear, resilience, and love sparked a surprising creative surge.
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Ba FC to donate gate takings to Tuimasi Manuca’s cancer treatment
A Sunday clash at Govind Park becomes a lifeline for Tuimasi Manuca, as all gate proceeds from Ba FC’s match with Suva FC go toward his urgent cancer treatment. The football community is urged to pack the stands and rally behind a former Ba player who gave his all for the jersey. Beyond league points,…
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Early cancer detection urged as Labasa Hospital battles diagnostic delays in Fiji’s Northern Division
Delays in cancer diagnosis remain a pressing challenge in Fiji’s Northern Division, even as local hospitals boost treatment options. A Banisucu outreach tied to International Women’s Day underscored the push for earlier detection through community screening and swifter referrals. The aim is to turn awareness into quicker diagnosis and improved survival for patients.