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TEMPORARY OPERATING HOURS – NUFFIELD HEALTH CENTRE

PUBLIC ADVISORY # 16 | 18 February 2026.

The Ministry of Health and Medical Services advises that due to ongoing power disruptions, Nuffield Health Centre will operate under temporary hours.

Effective immediately from Tuesday this week until further notice, the facility will open from: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

This follows the disconnection of the electricity supply over internal electrical safety concerns. Essential services are currently supported by generator power, but this is unsustainable, and urgent maintenance work is being arranged.

These temporary hours are necessary to ensure the safety of patients and staff.

For urgent inquiries:
Subdivisional Medical Officer Suva, Dr Akesh – 9048932

The Ministry apologizes for any inconvenience caused.

ENDS.

REINTRODUCTION OF MEDICAL REPORT FEES

PUBLIC ADVISORY # 15 | 18 February 2026.

The Ministry of Health advises that the temporary COVID-19 measure waiving fees for medical reports will cease.

Effective 1st January 2026, fees will apply as follows:

· Overseas Treatment: $112.50

· Employment: $56.25

For inquiries, contact your nearest Divisional Health Office.

LABASA HOSPITAL UNDERGOES RENOVATION

PUBLIC ADVISORY # 13 | 12 February 2026.

Members of the public in the Northern Division are advised that the Labasa Hospital is currently undergoing renovation works. As a result, some health care services will be temporarily relocated.

Please note the following changes to services location, effective from today, and is expected to remain in place for the next five (5) months.

Relocation of Services:

  1. The Labor Ward has been temporarily relocated to the Diabetic Hub.
  2. The Diabetic Hub services have been relocated to HITH Hub (Old Outpatient Department)
  3. The HITH Hub has been relocated to the Chapel at the Post Basic Unit
  4. Gynecology/Female Surgical Ward services will be accommodated in the DLI Ward should there be a spill over.

The Ministry apologizes for any inconvenience caused and appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation during this period.

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MINISTRY CLARIFIES STANCE ON OVERTIME PAYMENTS

PUBLIC ADVISORY # 8 | 31 January 2026.

The Ministry of Health and Medical Services has noted the circulation on social media of an internal circular from CWM Hospital relating to overtime payments for medical staff.

The Ministry wishes to clarify that a senior management meeting was held on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, to address concerns on over-expenditure of overtime recorded during the past six (6) months. The discussion focused on improving oversight, coordination, and budgetary control.

It was agreed that overtime approvals would be centralised through the Office of the Permanent Secretary for Health and Medical Services, with Cost Centre Heads responsible for submitting requests under established procedures.

This approach is intended to strengthen financial governance, ensure accountability for public funds, and support sustainable management of the Ministry’s allocated budget.

ENDS

RESTRUCTURING OF SKIN CLINIC SERVICES AT TWOMEY HOSPITAL

PUBLIC ADVISORY NOTICE # 6 | 21 January 2026.

Effective from 1st February 2026, outpatient clinics will now only be held on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Updated Weekly Schedule:

  • MONDAY – Outreach Services & Dermatology Procedure Days
  • TUESDAY – Special Outpatient Clinics
  • WEDNESDAY – Walk-in Outpatient Clinics
  • THURSDAY – Grand Ward Rounds / Dermatology Procedures and Chart Reviews
  • FRIDAY – Walk-in Outpatient Clinics

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this adjustment in service delivery.

Date of Notice: 11/10/2025
Issued by: MANAGEMENT, Tamavua Twomey Hospital