Nuffield Health Center in Tamavua has implemented partial closures following the identification of a case of meningococcal disease. This information was confirmed by a reliable source to Fiji One News.
Currently, the Emergency Room and General Outpatient Department waiting area have been cordoned off, requiring outpatients to temporarily relocate to the Special Outpatient Department. In an effort to address the situation, the hospital briefly closed its gates to facilitate necessary organizational measures.
Staff are actively working on preparing an isolation room at the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, where a patient is slated for transfer for further assessment and treatment. The health measures being taken underscore the facility’s commitment to ensure patient safety and uphold public health standards during this critical time.