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Heart screenings in Fiji found rheumatic heart disease in 2% of children, prompting early intervention efforts.
Heart screenings in Fiji’s outer islands have found rheumatic heart disease in 2% of children, matching global rates, according to Dr. Maryanne Kora’ai.
The program, led by Heart Heroes Fiji, screened children aged 5 to 15 in remote schools and villages, identifying RHD and congenital heart conditions early through echocardiograms.
Since RHD often shows no symptoms initially, early detection is vital to prevent heart failure.
The condition stems from untreated strep infections and can be halted with antibiotics and regular injections.
Strong community engagement, fueled by prior awareness efforts, supported the initiative.
Meanwhile, Heart Heroes Fiji is also focusing on children with disabilities during World Heart Day, emphasizing that every heartbeat matters.
The organization conducts screenings at special schools, helps families understand care needs, and runs outreach programs to combat the disease, which claims dozens of young lives annually in Fiji.
Los exámenes de detección cardíaca en Fiji encontraron enfermedad cardíaca reumática en el 2% de los niños, lo que provocó esfuerzos de intervención temprana.