Mobile fever clinics are being activated in Fiji’s capital city, Suva following its success in Lautoka where 43,392 residents were seen in four days.
Within an hour of its opening today, 98 people were seen before heavy rain halted check-ups.
The team of health officials will continue their clinics in Samabula East tomorrow, particularly Vuna Road, Nabua Road, Muslim League Settlement, Mead Road – in the vicinity of Suva Muslim College, Nabua Primary School and upper Bayview Eastate.
“The team will be on the lookout for individuals who display symptoms for COVID-19 such as a dry cough, fever and sore throat.
“They will also ask them if they travelled or have been in contact with someone who has tested positive COVID-19.”
Individuals who are symptomatic will be further investigated which includes undergoing COVID19 testing.