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Hospitals struggle to meet EMR deadline as September draws to a close

Vietnam has around 2,000 public and private hospitals. Under government orders, all hospitals must implement electronic medical records (EMRs) by the end of September, yet only a little over 600 have done so to date.

Vietnam promotes safe reproductive health for youth amid rising teen pregnancies

According to a 2022 report by the Ministry of Health, pregnancies among adolescents aged 15–19 account for 2.5–3% of the national total, with about 3,000 abortions recorded annually at public health facilities.

Vietnam’s affordable, skilled healthcare system ready for global health tourism

With world-class techniques and low costs, Vietnam is gearing up to compete internationally in the lucrative medical tourism sector.

Hospital heads arrested for faking 255 kidney stone treatments

Two department heads at a Dak Lak hospital were detained after charging for laser procedures never performed due to broken equipment.

A nationwide plan to restructure schools and hospitals due by September 25

Vietnam finalizes plans to reorganize public schools and hospitals under Resolution 18 directives.

Vietnam considers recognition of int’l healthcare standards for hospitals

The Ministry of Health recently held a meeting of the appraisal council in Hanoi to consider the proposal from the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards (ACHS), seeking recognition of its international hospital quality standards in Vietnam.

Japanese doctor pioneers advanced lung cancer diagnosis in Vietnam

When the most advanced lung cancer diagnostic techniques remained a distant dream for Vietnamese medicine, Dr Masao Hashimoto quietly planted the seeds of innovation.

Two major risks faced by seeking cancer treatment abroad

The cost of traveling overseas for cancer treatment is substantial, yet the outcomes often fall short of expectations.

MOH discusses solutions for expensive, scarce drugs for rare disease patients

In Vietnam, approximately 6 million people live with rare diseases, with 58 percent of cases occurring in children and 40 percent of rare diseases misdiagnosed as other conditions.

Blood-cancer survivor becomes standout student at university

After being diagnosed with leukemia just days after earning second place in a math competition, Trang put everything on hold to fight the disease. Six years later, she would become a university student under a talent training program.

Vietnam seeks solutions for 6 million rare disease patients amid drug shortages

The Ministry of Health has announced an action plan to improve rare disease management as treatment costs and access issues continue to burden patients.

Why more Vietnamese families are seeking cancer treatment abroad

For many families, taking parents abroad for cancer treatment is a journey of hope but also a meaningful way to express love and filial piety.

Vietnamese seniors live longer but not healthier, says health expert

Despite longer lifespans, most Vietnamese over 64 suffer from multiple chronic illnesses.

Health ministry investigates fake kidney stone procedures with broken machine

Doctors at Tay Nguyen hospital allegedly billed for laser treatments never performed.

Vietnam records 230 daily deaths from tobacco-related diseases

The health ministry launches a campaign to build smoke-free hospitals as Vietnam reports 84,500 tobacco deaths a year.

Vietnam issues urgent warning over five counterfeit drug cases

The Ministry of Health has warned of five suspected counterfeit drugs, calling on citizens and pharmacies to avoid buying, selling, or using them.

Free checkups, hospital care by 2030: Vietnam’s bold new healthcare vision

Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long outlines a groundbreaking healthcare plan that will see the national insurance fund cover $5.6 billion annually.

Top mental health institute chief requests to return labor medal

The Ministry of Health has submitted a request to revoke the Third-class Labor Order awarded to a prominent mental health director, following his own request.

Free healthcare for all: A promise of national well-being

The policy of free medical care is not just a humanitarian initiative - it is a profound commitment to a future where people live joyfully, healthily, and happily.

Russian health minister aids passenger during flight to Vietnam

Health Minister Mikhail Murashko stepped in to assist a passenger during a medical emergency at 30,000 feet.