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HCM City faces surge in hand-foot-mouth disease cases

Last week alone, there were 916 new cases of HFMD, a surge of 40% compared to the average of the previous four weeks.

Enhanced anti-COVID-19 measures in place amid rising cases

According to the World Health Organisation, more than 25,000 COVID-19 cases have been recorded globally over the past month.

Lung transplants from brain-dead donors revive natural breathing for patients

Within one week, two female patients were given a new lease on life thanks to lung donations from two men who had been declared brain-dead, according to Director of the National Lung Hospital Dinh Van Luong.

NB.1.8.1 variant dominates Covid-19 cases in Ho Chi Minh City

This Omicron sublineage accounts for 83% of recent infections, with mild but fast-spreading symptoms.

Vietnam's fake drug crisis deepens: Authorities sound the alarm

The rise in fake medications in Vietnam prompts experts to call for coordinated action and vigilance.

HCM City reports first cases of new COVID-19 variant

Recently, HCM City has experienced a noticeable increase in COVID-19 cases, with 26 reported in just one week, compared to an average of only 1-2 cases weekly earlier this year.

Organ donation saves lives in Quang Ninh

Working through May 22 night into the early hours of may 23 Friday, local doctors, with support from Viet Duc Friendship Hospital specialists, retrieved the heart, lungs, liver, two kidneys and two corneas from a 37-year-old male donor.

Authorities investigate DJ Ngan 98's diet pills as shop goes offline

Vietnam’s Ministry of Health is currently investigating the advertising content and safety of weight loss supplements endorsed and distributed by DJ Ngan 98 (Vo Thi Ngoc Ngan), following public concerns and regulatory scrutiny.

Vietnam moves to finish stalled hospital projects after six-year delay

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh has directed government agencies to urgently resolve all lingering issues and ensure that the second campuses of Bach Mai and Viet Duc Hospitals become operational by the end of 2025.

Vietnam investigates healthcare ads for fraud, misuse of authority

The Health Ministry targets misleading ads for traditional medicine and supplements, including scientists’ roles.

Vietnamese adults spend 10 years living with illness

On average, each Vietnamese person lives about 10 years with illness, reducing their total healthy life expectancy. Older adults typically suffer from three to four chronic conditions.

HCMC mandates masks for all hospital visitors amid Covid-19 concerns

To prevent the spread of the Omicron XEC variant, city health officials have reintroduced strict mask rules for hospitals.

Health Ministry alerts public after seizure of 100 tons of fake health products

Vietnamese officials urge caution as authorities investigate fake supplements in circulation.

Vietnam performs its first scarless cancer surgery

K Hospital pioneers vNOTES technique for gynecologic cancer, offering scar-free, minimally invasive treatment.

Can Tho Central General Hospital eyes first liver transplant by 2026

Over the past 20 years, the hospital has achieved many accomplishments, elevating healthcare quality and healthcare services for locals in the Mekong Delta region to regional and international standards.

Vietnam tightens oversight as supplement licenses revoked

In just one week, Vietnam’s Food Safety Authority under the Ministry of Health revoked the registration certificates of 31 dietary supplements, including 18 registered by Abbott Healthcare Vietnam.

Vietnam could save $60 million a year by cutting film printing in hospitals

A proposal by the health ministry could modernize imaging services and reduce costs nationwide.

Vietnam urged to increase tobacco tax to curb smoking amid rising affordability

Tobacco smoke contains 7,000 chemicals, 69 of which are known carcinogens and contribute to 25 different diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular, respiratory and reproductive health conditions.

Experts warn against mass use of cancer marker tests

Vietnamese flock to blood tests hoping to detect cancer early, but doctors say results can mislead.

13-year-old girl in Hanoi has C-shaped spine, bent 'like a dragon'

The curved spinal condition, called scoliosis, not only alters her physical appearance but also makes it difficult to stand, increases risks of falls, and affects internal organs, particularly the heart, lungs and abdomen.