Pacific Partnership Mission Pays

Frank Short 02-Sep-2022

She added that while the Ministry would have opted for the visiting team to visit all the provinces, the work schedule and timing to meet demand from

Tina Hydro Community Water System Project Near Completion

Frank Short 02-Sep-2022

Eleven water standpipes were also constructed for the communities of Marava, Ngongoti, and Valle.

High cholesterol: Dry skin in this area could be a sign of high levels

Frank Short 01-Sep-2022

It states: "Plaque is a waxy material made up of cholesterol and other things.

10 years in the pipepline but still no master plan for a new NRH in Honiara and a population now exceeding 600,000

Frank Short 01-Sep-2022

This is because the area was subjected to heavy engagement during the second World War.

Grim warning of the degree of sea level rise now inevitable, paper shows

Frank Short 01-Sep-2022

It further showed that if emissions continued, sea level rise of more than a metre was likely.

Scientists pinpoint common vegetable that can lower high blood sugar levels by 50 per cent

Frank Short 01-Sep-2022

The study also found that the onion extract led to weight gain among the nondiabetic rats, but not the diabetic rats.

How far has Solar Power Development progressed to-date in Solomon Islands?

Frank Short 01-Sep-2022

The Solar Power Development Project was intended to construct grid-connected solar plants in five provinces: Kirakira, Lata, Malu’u, Munda, and

Pacific Partnership 2022 Kicks off in Solomon Islands

Frank Short 31-Aug-2022

They are also used to support other operations, such as humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions, when required.

PM SOGAVARE CONVEYED GOVT’S APPRECIATION FOR MERCY’S VISIT

Frank Short 31-Aug-2022

The visit of the US Navy Hospital Ship in support of the people of the Solomon Islands is indeed very welcome as Prime Minister Sogavare has said.

Australia Supports Report on Impact of Climate Change on People with Disability

Frank Short 31-Aug-2022

This research provides important insights on how climate change is affecting persons with disabilities in the Pacific.

SI Government Suspends Entry For All Foreign Navy Ships

Frank Short 31-Aug-2022

"These will universally apply to all visiting naval vessels," he said in a statement emailed to Reuters.

PM SOGAVARE CLARIFIES MISINFORMATION

Frank Short 30-Aug-2022

The Government has communicated its position to all countries requesting to send naval ships into Solomon Islands waters.

East Malaita Constituency embarks on rice project

Frank Short 30-Aug-2022

“We want this proposal because this is the type of project that would boost our economy as well as create job opportunities for our rural people

Australia provides new mobile X-ray machine

Frank Short 30-Aug-2022

“For critical and urgent cases this will enable faster diagnosis and improve patient care,” the statement said.

Visiting US Medical ship requested to aid the local disabled community with medical services and possibly medical supplies

Frank Short 30-Aug-2022

I again say how I welcome the presence of the US medical ship and look forward to learning of the practical medical assistance rendered to the Honiara

Carolyn Kennedy Expressed Desire to Return to Solomon Islands

Frank Short 30-Aug-2022

Ms. Kennedy met and presented medals to John Koloni, the son of Kumana, and Nelma Ane Biuku, daughter of Gasa on Sunday.

US Floating hospital in Honiara waters

Frank Short 30-Aug-2022

These ships provide emergency on-site care for deployed U.S forces around the globe.

China eyeing land in the South Pacific creates 'considerable unease' in Australia, professor says

Frank Short 27-Aug-2022

Blaxland said he fears that China has effectively co-opted the Solomon Islands' government.

US Coast Guard vessel reportedly unable to refuel in the Solomon Islands

Frank Short 27-Aug-2022

The US Coast Guard says the ship was unable to make a scheduled routine port call at Honiara

Why sitting all day long is bad for your health, doctors emphasize

Frank Short 27-Aug-2022

Sitting for prolonged periods of time can also cause unwanted medical problems.

A free press but journalist must act responsibly

Frank Short 27-Aug-2022

The press, however, must be responsible. False reporting is counterproductive to a free press.

Education about health prevention: Regular exercise linked to fewer cancer cases

Frank Short 26-Aug-2022

Quoting the article which promoted my letter today.

A case of walking the same path but importantly what, if anything, has changed for the better at Koa Hill in the past 24 years?

Frank Short 26-Aug-2022

The article appeared in the Solomon Star newspaper today, Friday, 26 August 2022.

Signs to be aware of if you have prostate cancer, say physicians

Frank Short 26-Aug-2022

Control your weight. Being obese increases the risk of aggressive prostate cancer.

The impact Covid had in the USA on people skipping screening for lung, colon and breast cancer screening

Frank Short 25-Aug-2022

Recommendations on breast cancer screening for women of average risk are unfortunately not consistent and may be a source of confusion for patients.

Outreach Has Begun in Fiji with the NZ ship YWAM KHOA

Frank Short 25-Aug-2022

Today, even before the real outreach mission has really begun, I can report that so far –

Nationwide Consultation on Constituency Development Policy Commences

Frank Short 25-Aug-2022

Permanent Secretary for MRD Dr. Samson Viulu leads the team for a two-day consultation in Isabel Province. 

USAID Launches Five-Year Strategy for Pacific Islands

Frank Short 25-Aug-2022

To learn more about the Agency’s five-year Strategic Framework for the Pacific Islands, visit www.usaid.gov/pacific-islands.

$700M+ BOOST FOR INFRASTRUCTURE

Frank Short 25-Aug-2022

Mr Kuma said this work complements the significant improvement being provided with JICA assistance.

The Future is looking green for the Foirobo Biodiversity Conservation Association (FTBCA)

Frank Short 24-Aug-2022

My congratulations to the FTBCA on your efforts to conserve the environment in conjunction with the UNDP. Well done!

US Senator Blackburn Pays Courtesy Visit to PM Sogavare

Frank Short 24-Aug-2022

A delegation from the United States Government led by Senator Marsha Blackburn made a courtesy visit to Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare in

Solomons' government denounces claims over China programme aired by ABC

Frank Short 24-Aug-2022

"At no time have the shareholders made a decision to sell off the company to a Chinese firm."

SI -1,667 International Arrivals in Second Quarter of 2022

Frank Short 23-Aug-2022

The latest International Arrivals bulletin was released on Friday 18th August 2022.

New Kwaiafa Bridge in East Malaita Opens

Frank Short 23-Aug-2022

Government through MID funded the construction of the new bridge with construction work done by the Aluta Bros & Sons Company.

Health Stocking up on Medical Supplies

Frank Short 23-Aug-2022

Meanwhile, it has been reported by the MHMS that critical drug supplies for chronic illnesses such as asthma have arrived.

Doctors Say This is the Fastest Way to Lower Your Blood Sugar

Frank Short 22-Aug-2022

With the overall health needs of Solomon Islanders in mind, I share this latest published health advice.

Cruise ships to return to New Caledonia after long absence

Frank Short 22-Aug-2022

Before the pandemic, Lifou alone would receive about 200,000 cruise ship tourists a year.

Why Cancer Can Be Difficult to Diagnose

Frank Short 22-Aug-2022

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Extra exercise could extend your lifespan and protect you from early death, study

Frank Short 22-Aug-2022

Current guidelines recommend 75 to 300 minutes of weekly exercise for health benefits. 

Australia looks to Pacific to fill Age Care Vacancies

Frank Short 22-Aug-2022

"In the short term, it's going to play a huge role and I think it's the only way the sector is going to cope," she said.

Putting the pieces together to make a composite and complete picture of the Solomon Islands

Frank Short 21-Aug-2022

One player holding the key pieces of the desired jig saw picture is the government and the other player (the joint citizens) of the country.

Climate change and the impact on key objectives of the Solomon Islands Government relating to overall development and health concerns and services

Frank Short 21-Aug-2022

“The results were truly sobering,” said Erik Franklin, assistant professor at the university's Hawai'i Institute of Marine Biolo

Study shows almost half of fatal cancer cases linked to avoidable risk factors

Frank Short 20-Aug-2022

On a global scale, the leading risk factors were smoking, alcohol, and high BMI in descending order. These risk factors were the same for both male an

The importance of stamping out corruption and investigating all allegations of corruption

Frank Short 20-Aug-2022

Mr. WOO Ying ming on assuming his office made a statement in which he said, and I quote

Medical referrals from the NRH to hospitals in India for treatment not available in the Solomon Islands.

Frank Short 19-Aug-2022

It is also my understanding that Dr.Yogesh of the NRH was tasked by the NRHS overseas Referral Committee in investigating the possibility of such

Initiating preventive medicine and screening programmes as part of a wider health service in the Solomon Islands

Frank Short 19-Aug-2022

A percentage of people will benefit from the early detection of a disease or condition they were completely unaware of, potentially sav

A new focus is needed by the MHMS/NRH on health prevention as a major primary objective

Frank Short 18-Aug-2022

I have been writing quite recently about what I see as health prevention being as a necessity and noted how Australia

Notes on Type 2 diabetes for preventative screening

Frank Short 18-Aug-2022

· Increased appetite (as the body is unable to utilise the glucose present in the blood)

US donates additional critical health support

Frank Short 18-Aug-2022

HE United States Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the United States Department of Defense, yeste

Malaitans assured of $78m EU assistance

Frank Short 17-Aug-2022

He added, that the issue of capacity building and maintenance has been an ongoing activity that benefits provincial workers and legislators.

Pacific Migrant Workers and the Social Costs of Family Separation

Frank Short 17-Aug-2022

Read the full report Rapid analysis of family separation issues and responses in the PALM scheme – final report by Matt Withers.

Diabetes: Ways to manage it by eating fruits

Frank Short 17-Aug-2022

Listed are three of the most affordable fruits that you can easily add to your diet and manage this condition.

Māori leaders calls for NZ health system to put people at centre of care

Frank Short 16-Aug-2022

She said people needed to be put at the centre of health care in New Zealand.

Government Allocates SBD$125M to Assist Businesses Affected by November Riots

Frank Short 16-Aug-2022

Minister of Finance and Treasury Hon Harry Kuma made the formal announcement in Parliament on 8 August 2022.

APTC Opens New Training Rooms

Frank Short 15-Aug-2022

APTC is Australia’s flagship investment in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in the Pacific region. 

SI health system in 2022

Frank Short 14-Aug-2022

Solomon Islands is served by a well-trained nursing workforce that provides the backbone of service delivery in rural areas.

MRD PS and British High Commissioner hold fruitful discussion

Frank Short 13-Aug-2022

He said that the two top priority project areas of the ministry are; income generating and social and economic infrastructures. 

Vanuatu launches revised action plan on climate change

Frank Short 13-Aug-2022

It also aims to address loss and damage through constructive multilateral process and thereby avoid costly legal pathways.

4 signs of ovarian cancer you should know, according to a cancer doctor

Frank Short 13-Aug-2022

Ovarian cancer often isn't detected until it's spread to other areas of the body.

Studies confirm exercise helps you live longer, and advice that might be promoted by the MHMS to lessen the incidence of diseases and illness in the Solomon Islands

Frank Short 13-Aug-2022

Let me add today, two major studies, involving at least 100,000 people each, say that exercise helps you live longer.

Drug that can delay prostate cancer for over a year is approved

Frank Short 12-Aug-2022

Watchdogs are expected to consider authorizing the rollout of the medication on the NHS later this year.

Unswervingly push forward is needed in combating corruption and allegations of corrupt dealings and practices

Frank Short 12-Aug-2022

“It is the consistent stand of the CPC and the Chinese government to resolutely punish and effectively prevent corruption, and endeavour to buil

What to Know About Peripheral Artery Disease—and Its Connection to Diabetes

Frank Short 12-Aug-2022

So how exactly does diabetes lead to blockages in blood vessels?

Health Prepares to Fight Scabies Through a Mass Drug Administration Campaign

Frank Short 11-Aug-2022

Scabies is a public health problem in the Solomon Islands that affects mostly children of school age.

USAID through SCALE-NRM project opens second round of Forest and Development Fund grants

Frank Short 10-Aug-2022

The geographic scope of this round of grants will be Malaita Province.

Australia offers 3000 permanent migration visa

Frank Short 10-Aug-2022

Mr. Conroy said Australia is offering Pacific Engagement Visa for the Pacific. 

Australian Gov’t to improve and expand labour mobility scheme

Frank Short 10-Aug-2022

“So, they’re some of the significant improvements we’re looking at in that scheme,” Mr. Conroy said. 

Australia to Support Pacific Games 2023 With SBD$100M

Frank Short 10-Aug-2022

"Australia is supporting the Pacific Games because it is a priority for the Solomon Islands government and people," he said.

Japan, US and Solomon Islands Conduct Joint Drill

Frank Short 10-Aug-2022

The Solomon Islands has denied that the security pact invites China to establish a military base there.

80 years of peace, unity, friendship and shared values celebrated at Bloody Ridge

Frank Short 09-Aug-2022

“We cannot disregard the cost of peace, unity and friendship as we remember those who dedicated their lives for this cause on this ground.

US priority is solidarity with Pacific Islands

Frank Short 08-Aug-2022

Deputy Secretary Sherman is leading an interagency U.S. delegation to participate in the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Guadal

Ambassador Kennedy thanked Solomon Scouts who saved her father

Frank Short 08-Aug-2022

“It resolved him to seek a more peaceful and just world, and he gave his life for his country. 

PM Sogavare Raises Several Development Issues with Visiting US Deputy Secretary of State

Frank Short 08-Aug-2022

Both countries agree, negotiations on the draft Peace Corps Agreement continue and hope SI-US finalize the document for signing this year.

The Battle of Guadalcanal

Frank Short 07-Aug-2022

Deputy Secretary Sherman said in so many ways, their world had already been turned upside down.

Counselling as part of general medical practice considered to be very important

Frank Short 07-Aug-2022

When it comes to the death of a child, from personal knowledge I can truly say is the most challenging experience of a lifetime.

Taking a specific look at the NRH and more general health service needs in mid 2022

Frank Short 06-Aug-2022

 Due to Covid-19 it has been some time since outside medical specialist visited the NRH, once a regular practice.

Lest we forget: Solomon Islands to mark 80 years of the WWII Battle of Guadalcanal

Frank Short 06-Aug-2022

He said the remembrance ceremonies being organized this weekend showed that they were not forgotten.

Australia Supports Skills Training at Don Bosco Technical Institute and Don Bosco Tetere Rural Training Centre

Frank Short 05-Aug-2022

Since its establishment in 2007, APTC has trained more than 2,200 Solomon Islanders with vocational skills and qualifications.

An appeal to help a boy of 3 years suffering from Leukemia at the NRH and whom needs urgent medical treatment overseas

Frank Short 05-Aug-2022

Xavier has been sick for eight weeks before he was diagnosed with leukemia on 21 June this year.

The sad passing of the late Mathias Loji, publisher and managing director of the Island Sun newspaper in the Solomon Islands

Frank Short 05-Aug-2022

He will be sadly missed and may he have eternal rest in peace.

Many cancers are associated with body weight – a concern for the health of Solomon Islanders

Frank Short 05-Aug-2022

“I think obesity is going to be our major challenge in terms of preventing cancer,” he said.

MRD Embarks on First Ever Rural Development Policy

Frank Short 04-Aug-2022

The Ministry of Rural Development (MRD) is currently working on developing the first ever Solomon Islands Constituency Development Policy.

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