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.
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:
The Ministry apologizes for any inconvenience caused and appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation during this period.
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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.
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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:
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this adjustment in service delivery.
Date of Notice: 11/10/2025
Issued by: MANAGEMENT, Tamavua Twomey Hospital
PRESS RELEASE # 5 | 20 January 2026.
Members of the public in the Korovisilou area are being advised that the Korovisilou Health Centre has been temporarily closed after flash floods inundated the facility and adjacent staff quarters yesterday.
To ensure safety and allow for thorough cleaning and decontamination, the facility will remain closed until Tuesday, February 3, 2026. This two-week closure follows an on-site assessment and is a standard precaution based on past flooding experiences in the area.
Alternate Service Arrangements
During this period, health services for the Korovisilou Medical Area have been redirected as follows:
The National Fire Authority and the Serua Provincial Administrator’s office are on-site assisting with the cleanup.
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