SUVA, FIJI (DECEMBER 21,2023) – The Nabavatu Village in Vanua Levu is one of the priority communities that has to be relocated due to a landslide which affected the community during Tropical Cyclone Ana in 2021.
38 tents were set up in the Savadra Settlement to cater for the 261 displaced individuals.
Habitat Fiji partnered with the Lodge of Fiji 1931EC to provide medicinal supplies to the villagers after it was identified that the community had been suffering from a chronic fungal infection known as Tinea Imbricata. The condition presents itself as multiple, scaly, annular and concentric rings that overlaps and affects most parts of the body.
More than 61 individuals have been infected as a result of overcrowding, poor personal hygiene and sanitation.
Responding to this health crisis, a collaborative effort between Habitat Fiji and the Lodge of Fiji 1931EC resulted in the procurement of $1500 worth of medication. The supplies, including Terbinafine Cream and Tablets, have been distributed to the affected community through the District Office.
Habitat Fiji National Director, Susan Naidu says that “During a recent community visit, we recognized the urgent need and our commitment extends beyond rebuilding homes; it’s about restoring health and hope. Together with the Lodge of Fiji we’re pleased to have been able to facilitate vital support to the community, especially as we approach the Christmas season.”
For further information, please contact:
Divisha Deepti
Communications & IT Coordinator
Email: divisha.d@habitatfiji.org.fj
+679 9370027
