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HCM City calls for investment in healthcare sector

HCM City People’s Committee has approved the project “Mobilising social resources for investment in healthcare development in HCM City in the 2024-2030 period” in an attempt to establish itself as a healthcare hub in the ASEAN region by 2030.

Three new public hospitals to open in HCM City this year

Three regional general hospitals being built at the entrances to Ho Chi Minh City will open to patients this year, and they are expected to help reduce overloading at major public hospitals.

WHO warns of measles surge in Vietnam

In 2024, Vietnam reported more than 45,550 suspected measles cases, including 7,583 confirmed infections and 16 deaths linked to the disease.

HCM City issues urgent flu advisory, urges residents to wear masks

Although no unusual flu outbreaks have been recorded, the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health has issued an urgent directive, warning that current weather conditions favor the spread of respiratory illnesses.

Flu outbreak warning: Severe cases lead to lung failure and rapid deterioration

Vietnamese hospitals are witnessing a surge in severe flu cases, with many patients suffering respiratory failure and requiring intensive care.

More than 11,600 babies born in Vietnam during five-day Tet holiday

While hospitals remained busy over the Lunar New Year, with over 39,000 emergency visits and more than 128,000 inpatient admissions, they also witnessed the joyous arrival of 11,600 newborns during the five-day holiday.

Vietnam welcomes 7,000 newborns during the Lunar New Year

The clock strikes midnight, and the first newborns of the Year of the Snake arrive in hospitals across Vietnam, filling the air with celebration and hope.

Sacrificing Tet traditions: Doctors work tirelessly on New Year’s Eve

On New Year’s Eve, thousands of doctors and nurses across Vietnam work tirelessly in emergency wards, often skipping year-end meals to care for patients in critical need.

Four lives saved as HCM City hospital completes overnight organ transplants

In a remarkable display of teamwork and dedication, over 200 medical staff in Ho Chi Minh City worked through the night before Tet to perform life-saving organ transplants for four patients.

A journey of 12 years and 5 IVF attempts: A family’s dream comes true

A couple in Hanoi has overcome 12 years of infertility to finally celebrate their first Tet with two daughters, born after years of relentless hope and determination.

The man who lost 161kg: A surgical path to a new life

In just one year, Trong Nhan’s weight plummeted from 264kg to 103kg. Now, he embarks on a surgical journey to remove excess skin and achieve the body he has worked so hard for.

Ho Chi Minh City to pilot digital technology in healthcare

Ho Chi Minh City plans to pilot mechanisms for pharmaceutical companies to adopt digital technologies, showcasing its commitment to healthcare innovation.

19-year-old changes way she looks at life after enduring chemotherapy

One year ago, Luong Ha Chau, who was then 19, was in a hospital bed enduring painful chemotherapy sessions from fighting two serious diseases simultaneously.

Digital transformation in healthcare sector proceeds at snail’s pace

The deployment of electronic medical records (EMR), the core of digital transformation in the healthcare sector, has been going very slowly.

5 million Vietnamese have diabetes, often leading to blurry vision

Experiencing fatigue, blurred vision, and unexplained weight loss, a young man sought medical consultation and was informed that he had contracted Type 2 diabetes.

103-year-old man shares five secrets to lifelong health and happiness

At 103, Mr. Dao Van De exemplifies longevity and vitality, with his first hospital visit at 100 and a remarkable recovery from a stroke at 103. His lifestyle reveals five key habits for a healthy life.

Health ministry ranks 48 hospitals to maximize health insurance benefits

The Ministry of Health (MOH) has announced the classification of 48 hospitals and medical facilities under its control.

Ten years later, Bach Mai and Viet Duc hospital expansions still incomplete

Minister of Health Dao Hong Lan has explained the key factors delaying the completion of Bach Mai and Viet Duc hospitals' second facilities, which were expected to relieve overcrowding but remain unfinished after a decade.

Ministry of Health urges calm over HMPV virus, emphasizes prevention

Amid growing concerns about the HMPV virus, Vietnam’s health ministry emphasizes that the situation remains under control and advises citizens to adopt protective measures.

Vietnam surpasses organ donation records with 41 brain-dead donors in one year

A record-breaking 41 brain-dead individuals donated organs in 2024, signaling Vietnam’s growing commitment to life-saving medical procedures.