Fiji, May 4 -- The Fiji Medical Association (FMA) says Government's push to introduce drug testing for officials must be guided by science, ethics and human rights, warning that poorly designed systems can do more harm than good in addressing substance abuse in Fiji.

FMA President Dr Ronal Kumar said while the association supports efforts to tackle illicit drug use, including methamphetamine, drug testing must not be treated as a stand-alone disciplinary tool.

The association acknowledged Government's recent steps, saying it "acknowledges the Government's recent steps to introduce drug testing among government officials and recognises the seriousness of illicit drug use, particularly methamphetamine, as a growing national concern."

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