2026 Awareness UNDERSTAND LUPUS! 14/04/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu The Great Mimicker – Although it has been around since the 13th century, in Fiji, Lupus is not that well known amongst the medical fraternity and the general public. The degree of difficulty in correctly diagnosing Lupus is increased, because it mimics the signs and symptoms of other diseases. Lack of Awareness – Lupus is […] Read more »
Information The Musculoskeletal System and Lupus 07/04/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu The Musculoskeletal System And Lupus It is not uncommon for people with lupus to experience muscle aches and pain (myalgias) or have inflammation of certain muscle groups (myositis), which causes weakness and loss of strength. More than 90 percent of people with lupus will experience joint and/or muscle pain at some time during the course […] Read more »
Events DEVELOPMENT OF COMMUNITY NUTRITION TRAINING PACKAGE FOR CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATIONS (CSO’s) 01/04/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu The Fiji Council of Social Services (FCOSS) held a 2-day workshop on developing an “Integrated Community Nutrition Training Package” for Civil Society Organizations (CSO’s), at the FNU’s Fiji Learning Institute for Public Service, on the 26th and 27th of March 2026. The Workshop, which was facilitated by a team from UNICEF aimed to strengthen the […] Read more »
Events OUR LUPUS WARRIORS LAUNCH 6-SESSION PROGRAM FOR WARRIORS & THEIR CAREGIVERS 01/04/2026 / 01/04/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu Saturday the 28th of March marked a truly special and powerful milestone for the Lupus Warriors in Fiji with the Lupus Foundation of Fiji. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who joined us at our for the launch of the Lupus Warriors in Fiji in collaboration with the Lupus Foundation of Fiji Mental Health […] Read more »
Information Uncategorized THE LUPUS AWARENESS MONTH IS MAY! 24/03/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu “MAKING LUPUS VISIBLE” The Purple Ribbon is more than just a symbol; it’s a promise to keep fighting for a cure. To all my fellow Warriors out there: What is ONE thing you want the world to understand about living with Lupus? Let’s use this space to be heard. Spread the word. Share the love. […] Read more »
Information KIDNEY FUNCTION 20/03/2026 / 20/03/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu Kidney function refers to how well your kidneys filter blood, remove waste, and keep your body balanced. The kidneys are essential organs that work 24/7 to keep you healthy. What do the kidneys do?1. Filter waste from the blood Remove toxins and waste products like creatinine and urea These wastes are excreted through urine 2. […] Read more »
Events LFF Participates in National Talanoa Session on Illicit Drugs in Fiji 11/03/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu The Lupus Foundation of Fiji was represented in the National Talanoa Session on Responding to Illicit Drugs in Fiji, that was facilitated by the Ministry of Policing, held on the last week of February. The 2-day Talanoa session had the Commisioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu, Lt.Col. Kulavati of the RFMF,, the Permanent Secretary for the […] Read more »
Information 5 EARLY WARNING SIGNS OF LUPUS! 24/02/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu If you’re experiencing these symptoms or know of anyone who is – Please see your local Medical Practitioner or contact the Lupus Foundation of Fiji for more information on this auto-immune disease that is now prevalent in our country! Read more »
