Vietnam’s Department of Preventive Medicine under the Ministry of Health has issued a warning on Whitmore disease, also known as “soil fever,” after Thailand reported 732 infections and 23 related deaths.

Vietnam is intensifying nationwide efforts to eliminate malaria by 2030, focusing on stronger surveillance, early detection and treatment, and mobilising resources from both domestic and international partners.

Doctors at Hanoi Obstetrics Hospital have successfully treated a highly unusual twin pregnancy in which two babies were born 13 weeks apart - a rare occurrence not only in Vietnam but also globally.

Many elderly people in Vietnam have never had their blood pressure checked, and sometimes take medication based on personal judgment, or only use medicine when they feel unwell. All of this can lead to serious medical consequences such as a stroke.

Ho Chi Minh City is set to launch a sweeping health checkup programme covering more than 15 million residents in 2026, part of a long-term plan through 2030 that highlights its transition from treatment to proactive health care.

Regarding the second campuses of Bach Mai and Viet Duc hospitals, the PM pointed out that the remaining hurdles are largely coordination-related and fall within the purview of the Ministry of Health (MoH) and relevant ministries.

Digital transformation in Vietnam’s healthcare sector goes way beyond electronic medical records and digital health files, and it is delivering real wins for patients on the ground.

Associate Prof Vu Quoc Dat argues that building infectious disease treatment facilities right in Hanoi's inner city is the optimal plan for responding to outbreaks, similar to how fire fighting requires fire extinguishers and hydrants on-site.

An unhealthy “convenience-driven” lifestyle is contributing to a worrying rise in Type 2 Diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease among young people in Vietnam, experts warn.

The Hospital for Tropical Diseases in HCM City has recently drawn public attention after recruiting Grade III doctors but failing to select any candidates.

Health authorities in Ho Chi Minh City are urgently investigating a suspected food poisoning incident involving 148 students from Binh Quoi Tay Primary School in Binh Quoi Ward.

A recent study on the use of and exposure to advertising for e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products among young people aged 18-24 has revealed a series of concerning findings.

A US tourist has drawn widespread attention online after sharing her experience of receiving an eye examination at Da Nang Eye Hospital for just VND45,000 (approximately US$1.80).

A 19-year-old British girl became a silent hero, saving three lives through organ donation.

Vietnamese scientists are working to uncover the genetic causes of several groups of rare diseases, with newly established genomic datasets expected to lay a foundation for precision medicine and improved healthcare outcomes.

A large-scale community health screening program in HCM City has revealed a striking reality: a significant proportion of residents are living with undetected health issues, underscoring the critical role of early diagnosis in modern healthcare.

Top-tier hospitals and specialized medical centers in Vietnam are increasingly becoming “clinical classrooms” for international doctors and medical students.

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health on April 5 simultaneously launched 64 free health screening sites for around 16,000 residents, marking the city’s first large-scale community-based programme to expand access to preventive healthcare.

A large-scale community health festival and walking event titled “For a Healthy Vietnam” will take place from 7am to 4pm on April 5 at Tran Nhan Tong pedestrian street and Thong Nhat Park in Hanoi, in response to Vietnam’s National Health Day.

In the first three months, more than 25,000 cases of hand, foot and mouth disease have been recorded nationwide, including four fatalities, an official revealed at a workshop held by the Department of Medical Service Administration.