斐济的心脏筛查发现2%的儿童患有风湿性心脏病,这促使早期干预工作。 Heart screenings in Fiji found rheumatic heart disease in 2% of children, prompting early intervention efforts.

斐济外岛心脏筛查发现2%的儿童患有风湿性心脏病, 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. 该方案由斐济心脏英雄牵头,在边远学校和村庄对5至15岁的儿童进行筛查,通过回声心电图及早确定RHD和先天性心脏状况。 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. 由于RHD通常在最初没有出现症状,早期发现对于预防心脏衰竭至关重要。 Since RHD often shows no symptoms initially, early detection is vital to prevent heart failure. 病因是未经治疗的链菌感染,可通过抗生素和定期注射来停止。 The condition stems from untreated strep infections and can be halted with antibiotics and regular injections. 在事先提高认识的努力的推动下,社区大力参与支持了该倡议。 Strong community engagement, fueled by prior awareness efforts, supported the initiative. 同时,斐济的心脏英雄在世界心脏日期间也关注残疾儿童,强调每一个心跳都很重要。 Meanwhile, Heart Heroes Fiji is also focusing on children with disabilities during World Heart Day, emphasizing that every heartbeat matters. 本组织在特殊学校进行筛查,帮助家庭了解护理需求,并开展外联方案以防治这一每年在斐济夺去数十名青年生命的疾病。 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.