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Types of Diabetes

About Diabetes Fiji

Diabetes Fiji was previously called the National Diabetes Foundation of Fiji which was established in 1981 and became a member of International Diabetes Federation (IDF) in 1983. Diabetes Fiji Incorporated was registered as a Charitable Trust in July 2012. Main Focus: To encourage policy makers at the highest level to help create conducive environments for controlling Diabetes. To empower people with diabetes or at risk of diabetes with knowledge and other resources to manage/ control their conditions. To create awareness amongst care givers, relatives, friends and community to provide the needed support for people with diabetes. To strengthen health care systems to provide appropriate, affordable and sustainable services to people with diabetes. ...Read More

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Guiding Young Lives Towards Healthy Futures

Diabetes Fiji recently joined hands with the Sai Prema Foundation to focus on improving the lives of young people living with Type 1 diabetes. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by children and adolescents managing this condition, the partnership aims to provide targeted support, education, and resources to help them lead healthier and more independent lives. […]...

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Faith in Action: Methodist Church & Diabetes Fiji Health Screening Initiative

The Methodist Church of Fiji holds its Annual Conference once a year, extending over the course of a week. For the 2024 event, Diabetes Fiji was invited to participate as part of the program. In the lead-up to the main conference, two days were dedicated to the Pastors’ Meeting, which brought together church leaders from […]...

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The project seeks to improve clinical management and prevention of diabetes in Fiji

27th Mar 2020

Objectives & approach According to tthe WHO the mean body mass index in Fiji for males is close to 27 kg/m2 and above 29 kg/m2 for females. Non-communicable diseases are estimated to account for 77 % of all deaths in Fiji and in 2008 a total of 65 % of the total population was estimated […]

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Diabetes Fiji to build more foot clinics

04th Mar 2020

In a bid to encourage early treatment of diabetic foot problems, Diabetes Fiji is planning to diversify its clinics in the Central and Western Division. Project Manager Viliame Qio says their priority areas include the greater Suva and Nausori corridor as well as the Nadi to Lautoka areas. Qio adds there have been a lot […]

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