MSP and EU Unveil Mobile Clinic Bus to Expand Healthcare Access in Remote Fijian Communities

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MSP and EU Unveil Mobile Clinic Bus to Expand Healthcare Access in Remote Fijian Communities

10.09.2024 Press and information team of the Delegation to the PACIFIC ISLANDS

Medical Services Pacific (MSP), with funding support from the European Union (EU) is excited to announce the launch of its Mobile Clinic Bus, a ground breaking initiative designed to expand access to essential healthcare services for remote, rural, and underserved communities in Fiji. The official launch will take place today at Vatukorosia Village, Naitasiri, under the theme "Bringing Healthcare to Your Doorstep.

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The Ambassador of the European Union to the Pacific, Her Excellency Barbara Plinkert said, "We are proud to be able to support the clinic on wheels, which will bring essential medical services directly to areas where access to healthcare has been limited due to remoteness. This project under the EU's Global Gateway strategy, which focuses on infrastructure investments including in the health sector, responds directly to the priority on a building a resilient Pacific, with an emphasis on addressing health challenges, as expressed by Pacific Islands Forum Leaders at their meeting in Tonga in August 2024. We believe that access to quality healthcare is a fundamental human right, and we must support initiatives that make this right a reality for all.''

The Mobile Clinic Bus will provide critical medical services, including general health check-ups, family planning, screenings for reproductive tract cancers, and mental and child health care. By bringing these services directly to the communities, MSP seeks to bridge the gap in healthcare access and promote long-term community wellness.

MSP's Board Trustee, Veronica Thoms emphasized the significance of this initiative: "The launch of our Mobile Clinic Bus is a pivotal step in ensuring that all Fijians, regardless of where they live, have access to quality healthcare. This bus is not just a vehicle but a symbol of our commitment to making healthcare accessible, equitable, and inclusive."

She further added, "By reaching out to those in remote areas who would otherwise struggle to access medical care, we are not only addressing immediate health needs but also empowering communities to take charge of their health and well-being."

The Mobile Clinic Bus is expected to make a significant impact by reducing health disparities, facilitating early detection of health issues, and encouraging healthier lifestyles through ongoing education and awareness campaigns.

ENDS.