health
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Fiji Police Chief Orders Mandatory Quarterly Fitness Tests and Wednesday Sports to Curb Rising NCDs
A health audit reveals a worrying rise in non-communicable diseases among officers, putting operational readiness at risk. A new wellness drive responds with stricter fitness checks and mandatory group workouts, with leaders urged to model healthier living.
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Fiji High Court probes tender waiver that awarded Hospineer contract after initial disqualification
New courtroom revelations emerge as a former procurement officer describes how bids for vital medical equipment were evaluated and a waiver appears to steer a win to a supplier. The testimony raises questions about tender rules, potential influence, and whether due process was followed as the contract was awarded. The case continues with more witnesses…
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Fiji’s HIV caseload climbs to 9,000 as 2025 records 2,016 new infections
An urgent health challenge is unfolding in Fiji as HIV infections surge across communities and threaten mothers and newborns. Health officials warn of a rapid spread that demands swift action, while local groups step in with rapid testing, confidential counselling, and outreach to reach those outside clinics.
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Fiji’s HIV outbreak funding not reaching frontline clinics as procurement bottlenecks slow delivery
Funds pledged for Fiji’s HIV outbreak response haven’t reached frontline clinics yet, threatening timely testing and care. Officials warn that slow systems and procurement bottlenecks must be overcome to turn commitments into action on the ground.
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Decade-Long Fiji Outreach: NZ Nurse Combines Water, Food Security and Skills Training
Decades of hands-on outreach in Fiji shaped a retired nurse’s view of health as a holistic journey—where community-built housing, steady water access, and practical skills meet attention to heart, mind, and spirit. Her story hints at a path to resilience that blends everyday trades with care for the soul.
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Three New Elevators in Suva’s CWM Hospital West Wing Go Live as East Wing Repairs Continue
Three new lifts in the West wing are now in service, with a fourth on the way as upgrades continue. The older East-wing elevators remain out of action while repairs proceed. Officials emphasize safety and contingency measures to keep critical care moving during the upgrade.
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Fiji records highest TB mortality in 2024, calls for stronger early detection and treatment adherence
Fiji is facing a worrying surge in tuberculosis deaths, prompting urgent calls for earlier detection, stronger treatment support, and expanded community prevention. The spike underscores vulnerabilities in care and the need for a coordinated, well-resourced response to turn the trend around.
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Fiji Health Tender Waivers Probe Moves to CID After 11-Year Pause
An 11-year-old corruption file resurfaces in court, with prosecutors alleging improper waivers and political influence shaped major health contracts. A key witness says the inquiry stalled for more than a decade, as the trial pieces together how the procurement process was steered away from competitive bidding.
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Fiji bets on community-led recycling to stop village waste dumping
Rural Fiji is bracing for a new waste-management push, as government teams up with environmental groups to curb indiscriminate dumping. The outreach targets villages and island communities with practical disposal guidance and local recycling efforts that aim to protect people and fragile ecosystems.
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Barriers to Cancer Care Persist in Fiji’s North Despite Labasa Hospital Treatments
Despite available cancer care, women in Fiji’s Northern Division still face barriers like fear, information gaps, and financial constraints. An outreach initiative highlights how communities and partners are working to bridge the gap and encourage earlier care.