Tuberculosis
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Fiji braces for rising HIV and TB cases, relies on existing workforce and digital tools for integrated care
Fiji is bracing for a coming surge in HIV and tuberculosis that could stretch the health system across all levels. With the growing caseload, every healthcare worker will play a role, as authorities push for integrated care and new digital tools to keep patients on track through long‑term treatment. A coordinated, system‑wide response is taking…
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Fiji targets TB-free by 2035 with updated WHO guidelines and stronger TB-HIV care
Fiji has set an ambitious target to be TB-free by 2035, but rising cases and service gaps threaten progress. Updated guidelines and a stronger focus on early detection, treatment adherence, and integrated TB-HIV care signal a broader push to reach remote and vulnerable communities. Sustained funding and local engagement will be critical as the plan…
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Fiji launches 2025 National TB Guideline to boost frontline clinical skills and accelerate early detection
Frontline health workers in Fiji could be missing TB cases due to gaps in clinical skills rather than equipment. A new Fiji National TB Management Guideline 2025 aims to standardize diagnosis and frontline care, sharpening clinicians’ ability to recognize symptoms and speed up appropriate treatment.
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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 launches 2025 National TB Management Guideline to tackle rising TB and HIV co-infections
On World TB Day, Fiji warns of a rising tuberculosis threat even as a new 2025 National TB Management Guideline promises to standardize care and sharpen diagnosis. Officials are calling for integrated TB-HIV services and stronger community outreach to turn the tide and protect vulnerable communities.
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Fiji launches renewed TB awareness drive with free testing and treatment
Fiji rolls out a renewed TB awareness drive focused on prevention, early diagnosis and reducing stigma. Free testing and treatment are available, with practical tips to protect families and communities.