Bula Vinaka. Earlier today we announced that we will not be implementing a full lockdown of the Suva area this weekend. That advice stands. All existing restrictions –– including the closure of non-essential businesses and the 11pm until 4am curfew –– will remain in effect, and the current containment area borders are unchanged. No lockdown…Read More

Bula Vinaka. As we announced earlier today, the individual admitted to the Lautoka Hospital Intensive Care Unit yesterday from a severe illness due to COVID-19 has sadly passed away. As I covered in last night’s press conference, the patient was transferred to the ICU yesterday afternoon after his condition began deteriorating, and it was at…Read More

Bula Vinaka. After another 2065 tests, we have confirmed four new cases of COVID-19 since yesterday. Two are border quarantine cases –– these are both soldiers returning from their tours of duty as peacekeepers in the Golan Heights. Dr Aalisha will cover the details of these cases in a moment. Our two other cases are…Read More

Bula Vinaka. I know we don’t start these announcements at the same time every day. I wish we could. But the nature of 24/7 testing means new developments can come about at a moment’s notice. When that happens, rather than rush to meet an announcement deadline, we obtain all of the information, tailor our strategy,…Read More

Bula Vinaka. After another 1736 COVID-19 tests, we have confirmed two new cases of COVID-19. They are both doctors who work at the Lautoka hospital. The first, a 25-year-old female doctor, presented at a screening clinic today with COVID-like symptoms. A few hours ago, she tested positive for the virus. The second, a 30-year-old male…Read More