Title
COVID-19 update #1: Fiji
Author(s)
LMMA Network;Wildlife Conservation Society, Fiji
Published
2020
Abstract
The global COVID-19 (or coronavirus) pandemic is having a major impact across the globe and on all segments of the population. The effects on Pacific Island countries and territories have been extremely varied; six have had to manage viral infections while others are so far managing to keep the virus entirely from their shores. The social and economic impacts across different sectors has yet to be quantified. In all cases the national responses have many potential implications for coastal communities but these need better understanding if international and government responses are to be most effective and suit the particular circumstances of different villages and countries. Fiji recorded its first case on 19 March 2020, and a total of 18 cases and no deaths. As of 25 May, 2020, 15 people have recovered and there are only 3 active cases. While lockdowns have been lifted, a nation-wide curfew remains in place and recommendations to maintain social distancing continues.

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