Wellness Fiji

27/07/2025

You only have one heart; love your heart.

23/07/2025

Chronic disease such as diabetes and other NCDs make up 80% of all deaths in Fiji... its time we put resources in tackling this problem. There have been too many lives lost over decades, too many disabilities too count and too many families made to suffer..the time to act is now!!

Diabetes is more serious than many people think.

It doesn’t just affect your sugar—it can damage your eyes, kidneys, heart, nerves, and more.

Please, don’t ignore the signs. Check your blood sugar regularly and take care of yourself.

Diabetic leg amputation 🦵

22/07/2025

Strengthening Mental Health Legislation in Fiji: A Major Step Toward a Rights-Based, People-Centred Mental Health System🌏💙

Mental health is a cornerstone of overall health and wellbeing. Across the Pacific, countries are championing positive change to expand access to community-based mental health services and combat stigma and discrimination.

In Fiji, the Government is taking bold strides to reform the Mental Health Act, ensuring it reflects principles of dignity, choice, and empowerment. With support from World Health Organization Western Pacific Region and WHO South Pacific Office, the Ministry of Health and Medical Services has successfully completed a nationwide round of internal consultations across all four divisions.

This important milestone is part of a broader legislative review process aimed at shaping a mental health system that is more inclusive, equitable, and responsive to the needs of all Fijians.

This journey is not just about changing law—it’s about transforming lives through:

🧠 Ending stigma and discrimination
🤝 Strengthening access to community-based mental health services
💬 Uplifting the voices of people with lived experience
🏛️ Promoting inclusive, participatory policy-making

By working together and grounding this process in the voices of communities, Fiji is paving the way for a future where mental health is protected, promoted, and prioritized for all.

18/07/2025

Here’s how you can prevent and stay heart-healthy in 2025 and beyond:

❗️ Reduce salt consumption
❗️ Avoid saturated & trans fats
❗️ Say
❗️ Reduce alcohol consumption
❕ Add more 🍎 & 🥦 to your plate
❕ Stay active & maintain a healthy weight

09/07/2025

07/07/2025

Please 🙏 purchase medications safely and with prescriptions if these are prescription only medications

Have you been given prescription meds without a prescription?

Even if you’ve taken the medicine before, every new round of prescription medicine requires a valid prescription from your doctor. This protects your health and ensures the right dosage and monitoring.

Pharmacies are not allowed to dispense prescription-only meds without a prescription. If you see this happening, report it to us on 155 or email complaints@consumersfiji.org.

Your health. Your right. Stay safe.

07/07/2025

What happens when you stop smoking?

02/07/2025

are disguised as:

🎭 Sweet drinks
🎭 Cheap booze
🎭 Discount ci******es

They fuel a global epidemic of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and chronic respiratory diseases.

We now know who the culprits are 🔎

Raising taxes on these harmful products can prevent deaths, raise billions in public revenue, and improve .

Let’s stop them in their tracks.

24/06/2025

REVIEW OF THE MENTAL HEALTH ACT 2010

The Mental Health Act 2010 provides the legal foundation for mental health services, treatment, and the protection of individual rights in Fiji.

However, with evolving global best practices, increasing service demands, and experiences gained over the past decade, a comprehensive review and update of the Act is now necessary.

Ministry of Health & Medical Services - Fiji, through the National Wellness Centre and St Giles Hospital, and in consultation with key stakeholders, has initiated this amendment process. The goal is to strengthen the legislation so it better reflects human rights standards, practical service delivery realities, and the cross-sector nature of mental health support.

The Technical Working Group (TWG) held its second workshop yesterday to continue planning and guiding this review process. The TWG brings together diverse stakeholders, including representatives from health, justice, education, police, social services, civil society, and mental health service users.

The meeting was also supported by Dr Jiang Long from the World Health Organization Western Pacific Region, who is providing ongoing technical support for the review.

This group will provide technical and strategic direction, coordinate sectoral inputs, and ensure the revised Act is people-centred, contextually relevant, and implementable. Their collective expertise will help shape legislation that supports integrated, rights-based, and sustainable mental health care for all Fijians.

02/06/2025

🌺 Sova in Bula – End of Phase 1 Support Meeting 🌺

On Friday, 23rd May, we proudly wrapped up Phase 1 of the Sova in Bula initiative with a support meeting bringing together dedicated reps from all 7 participating health center sites – Samabula, Valelevu, Raiwaqa, Nausori, Nuffield, Makoi, and Lautoka Health Center! 🙌🏽✨

Also in attendance were our valued partners from the Wellness Centre, JICA and Ministry of Health IT Unit, who will continue to support this impactful project. 🩺💻

As we close this chapter, we’re grateful for the insights and feedback shared by frontline staff – their voices will shape Phase 2 as we look to expand and improve Sova in Bula across Fiji! 🌴🇫🇯

📲 Scroll through to hear what our health staff from the Sova Ni Bula pilot sites had to say!

14/05/2025

Walking into Wellness Wednesday!

Every Wednesday, we dedicate one hour to focus on exercise and wellbeing — because a healthier team means a stronger community 💪🏼💙

Here at the Wellness Centre, we enjoy a team walk along the beautiful Suva seawall, counting our steps and celebrating every stride towards better health!

A big vinaka vakalevu to the Sova Ni Bula TaiwanICDF TTM FIJI team for sponsoring our wellness t-shirts — we wear them with pride as we walk the talk for a healthier Fiji! 🌺

To everyone reading this: your health matters. Whether it's a walk in the park, a quick game of volleyball, a jog around your neighborhood, or any fun movement — make time for your wellness today. Your future self will thank you.

Here are some snapshots from this month as our staff took part in their Wellness Walks — taking steps towards a healthier lifestyle.

Let’s move more, stress less, and live well — together!

05/05/2025

Your mental well-being matters. Make time to rest, reach out, and care for your mind. 💚