non-communicable diseases
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Labasa Hospital without resident mental-health specialist prompts push to integrate mental health in Fiji’s chronic-disease care
An ongoing gap in mental health care could be quietly affecting chronic illness management in the North, where Labasa has lacked a resident specialist for years.
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Fiji revamps Community Health Worker training to fight NCDs and strengthen rural primary care
Fiji is updating its Community Health Worker training to boost prevention, early intervention, and stronger community-based care in rural areas. The revamped modules shift frontline work toward keeping people healthy and addressing the rising burden of non-communicable diseases.
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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’s Obesity Surge: STEPS 2025 Finds Nearly 70% Overweight or Obese
Fiji is grappling with a mounting obesity crisis, with roughly seven in ten adults carrying excess weight. Health leaders warn that without urgent, community-focused action, this trend could drive rising diabetes and heart disease across the country.
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Fiji Kidney Disease Emerges as Silent Killer, Doctors Urge Early Screening to Prevent Dialysis
Kidney disease in Fiji is a silent killer that often goes unnoticed until it’s too late. Experts say routine screening and healthier choices could change the outcome—catching problems early can make all the difference.