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25th February, 2019
Minister Koroilavesau launches bycatch manual at FMA

In an effort to create greater awareness and education on sustainable offshore fishing practices, a training manual titled “Protected Species Bycatch Mitigation for the Fiji Offshore Fisheries” was launched at the Fiji National University’s (FNU), Fiji Maritime Academy (FMA) by Minister for Fisheries Honourable Semi Koroilavesau today. Bycatch is fish or other marine species that…Read More


21st February, 2019
CMNHS plays important role – Health Minister Dr Ifereimi Waqainabete

The role of the Fiji National University’s (FNU) College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences (CMNHS) in facilitating research and discussions has been commended by the Minister for Health and Medical Services Dr Ifereimi Waqainabete Speaking at the Pacific Health Governance Research Network (PHGRN) Workshop II currently underway in Nadi, the honourable Dr Waqainabete said…Read More


21st February, 2019
Childhood obesity, a growing concern

Childhood obesity is a growing problem in the Pacific Islands – it affects the health and wellbeing of children, increases their risk of diabetes and heart disease in later life. These were the comments of Dr William May, Dean of College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences (CMNHS) at Fiji National University (FNU). Speaking at…Read More


15th February, 2019
Talanoa Session on EARS

Early Alert and Response System (EARS) 15th February, 2019 Early Alert and Response System (EARS) was introduced to CAFF staff at Koronivia Campus and CHE staff at Derrick and Lautoka Campuses on 13th and 14th of February, 2019 respectively. More information on EARS is available from EARS


5th February, 2019
Department builds health culture to tackle NCDs

The College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences’ (CMNHS’) Department of Medical Imaging & Anatomy is using the Fiji National University’s (FNU’s) Wellness Program in a robust and unique manner to create a health culture and tackle Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). The staff change into sportswear after clocking-off from work to participate in an hour long…Read More