HIV

FNU offers free HIV/AIDS and STI clinics for students

FNU offers free HIV/AIDS and STI clinics for students

By Mansi Chand
28/08/2024

The Fiji National University has taken great initiative as they are now offering free HIV/AIDS and STI screening clinics for their students, this is to enforce students’ wellness and public health.

According to the FNU's General Practitioner, Dr Henry Waqa, these screening programmes are a crucial part of the university's strategy to promote health and wellness on campus.

Dr Waqa says the goal is early detection and prevention of illnesses, as there is an increase in new HIV cases among the young people in Fiji.

He says early diagnosis can lead to lifesaving treatment and better health outcomes.

The FNU's General Practitioner says currently, free Point of Care Testing for HIV, Syphilis and Hepatitis is available at the Nasinu UniClinic with plans to expand to the Natabua UniClinic soon.

Dr Waqa says point-of-care testing provides a rare opportunity for the students, as only a few clinics in Suva offer such services.

He says students can either make an appointment via email or walk in any weekday from 8am to 3.30pm, where the testing process is confidential.

He further says the test involves a simple finger prick, and results are available within 15 minutes.

FNU's General Practitioner adds that in the event of a positive result, they will provide comprehensive support, including counselling and referrals to the Hub Clinic for ongoing care and treatment.

FEATURE NEWS
Masi and Matawalu available for Club and Country duties until such time that their alleged assault cases are dealt with in court
The Fijian Drua reveals that both players, Iosefo Masi and Peni Matawalu are available for Club and Country duties as part of their employment require...
10 hours ago
LATEST NEWS
RFMF has been devastating for Fiji and it's economy – Usamate
Independent MP Jone Usamate empasized that the Republic of Fiji Military Forces has been devastating for this country with the coups, and the effect ...
10 hours ago

$6.4 million of unpaid rent owed to iTLTB
$6.4 million is the amount of unpaid rent owed to the i-Taukei Land Trust Board as of the 25th of last month. This was revealed by the Minister ...
10 hours ago

Govt to proceed with Employment Relations Bill despite FCEF rejection
The Government is expected to table the Employment Relations Bill in June despite it being rejected by the Fiji Commerce and Employers ...
11 hours ago

Looking forward to the Blues, and it’s good to be home - Jackson
We are looking forward to the Blues as we have a six-day turnaround, and it is just good to be home. Swire Shipping Fijian Drua Coach Glen Jackson ...
11 hours ago

Five men arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences
Five men have been arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences as part of an investigation into a suspected plot to "target a specific ...
11 hours ago



fijivillage Straight Talk with Vijay Narayan
Latest Videos

Stay tuned for the latest news on our radio stations

CFL radio frequencies
IN DEPTH
Tevita Ikanivere on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan
The show focuses on Ikanivere’s journey, his family, career and how far the Drua has ...
13 days ago

Daniel Fatiaki and Professor Narsey on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan
Chair of the Electoral Reform Commission and former Chief Justice, Daniel Fatiaki and Electoral Reform Commissioner and economist, Professor Wadan ...
13 days ago

Top Interventional Cardiologist Dr Kapadia on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan
The show will focus on health services in the country. The former Marist Brothers Primary and High School student who has been practising medicine ...
28 days ago

TOP