2026 Awareness Events LFF Awareness with USPSA 25/05/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu On Wednesday night, the Lupus Foundation of Fiji had the privilege of conducting a lupus awareness session at the University of the South Pacific in partnership with USPSA. We are truly grateful for the opportunity to share information about lupus with the students and to continue raising awareness among our young people. A heartfelt thank […] Read more »
2026 Awareness Information LFF Community Nephrologist – Dr. Amrish Krishan Shares a Few Important Points on Lupus Nephritis 19/05/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu Nephrologist Dr. Amrish Krishan appeared on Fiji TV’s free-to-air channel Fiji One, on the Breakfast Show “Breakfast@FijiOne” with Breakfast Show host Jonathan Kumar, and spoke about the most common type of Lupus that is prevalent in Fiji – “Lupus Nephritis”. Read more »
2026 Awareness Testimonials CALLS GROW FOR BETTER LUPUS CARE 19/05/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu Lupus patients and advocates in Fiji are calling for better access to specialist care and improved medical training, amid concerns that the chronic autoimmune disease is too often misdiagnosed or detected too late. Lupus, which can mimic symptoms of other illnesses, is often diagnosed late, increasing the risk of severe complications that may have been […] Read more »
2026 Awareness Testimonials A 31 Year Old Lupus Warrior Tells Her Story 19/05/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu A 31-year-old lupus patient is urging Fijians experiencing unexplained symptoms to seek medical help early, saying timely diagnosis can make a significant difference in managing the disease. Faioa Leupena shared her experience during the International Lupus Day 2026 celebrations at Albert Park Pavilion in Suva yesterday, describing lupus as a life-changing condition that continues to […] Read more »
2026 Awareness LFF Community Tribute A LUPUS WARRIOR GRADUATES 19/05/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu “I am richer than poverty, stronger than poverty, stronger than Lupus , blessed through orphanhood ……“With God, nothing is impossible “ – JOKAPECI BULATALE .💜👏🏿💜🙏🏿💜🌸💜Today we celebrate not only a graduate, but a true Lupus Warrior.Jokapeci Bulatale’s journey reminds us all that Lupus may challenge the body, but it can never defeat a determined spirit. […] Read more »
2026 Awareness Events LFF West – “Put On Purple” (POP) “WALK A MILE IN MY SHOES” 13/05/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu POP & WALK 2026 – Put On Purple and Walk – held this morning at the CAAF Compund, Nadi was a great success. The Lupus Foundation of Fiji extends its sincere gratitude to Fiji Airports Ltd,, especially Mr Sailasa Tuilau, Mr Aisake Cabemaiwai and Ms Nikita Chandra for their invaluable assistance in helping Fred and […] Read more »
Awareness Events 2026 NTERNATIONAL LUPUS DAY 13/05/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu “Let us commit today that Lupus will no longer be a silent struggle in Fiji. Let us make it visible” – Acting Deputy Secretary for Hospital Services Dr. Mike Kama speaking at the International Lupus Day 2026 event at Albert Park Pavilion in Suva today. During his remarks, Dr. Kama highlighted the Ministry of Health’s […] Read more »
2026 Awareness Events LFF West Group’s POP (“Put On Purple”) & Walk Awareness 06/05/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu Read more »
2026 Awareness Testimonials A Lupus Warrior’s Partner Joins the Fight! 06/05/2026 / 06/05/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu (Left to Right) Anareta and Frederrick with LFF Executive Director Una Tuitubou and LFF Deputy Chair Maria Waloki Read more »
Awareness LFF Features in Local Daily 27/04/2026 by Kali Turagaiviu To build on this article, it’s important to highlight that Rani Hassan, who is also a Warrior and represents all our Lupus Warriors on the LFF Board – has also launched dedicated counseling programs, caregiver appreciation day through Purple Rose Day (May 15th), and essential Care Packs for our newly diagnosed Warriors. These sessions are […] Read more »
