Health Alerts

This week the health ministry announced the reporting of 69 cases of leptospirosis in the Central Division since the beginning of the year and four deaths resulting – most cases were in the 1- 29 years of age group. On Jan 21 the department also advised an increased incidence of conjunctivitis or ‘pink eye’, mainly affecting Suva, Sigatoka, Nadi, Ba, Lautoka, and Savusavu. The Ministry of Health and Medical Services’ website has listed a number of ways to help prevent infection ‘by following some simple good hygiene steps’. Read more.