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Telehealth brings central-level expertise to district-level operating rooms

Professor Nguyen Duy Anh, Director of the National Hospital of Obstetrics and Gynecology, said that Telehealth has become a "lifeline" saving many pregnant women in remote areas from amniotic fluid embolism (AFE).

Life-threatening complications follow liposuction at unlicensed clinics

As Tet approaches, demand for cosmetic procedures has surged. Many beauty facilities’ ads for liposuction say that it is “fast, light, painless - no risks,” luring people into traps that have left patients hospitalized in critical condition.

Smoking and alcohol use are affecting fertility rates among Vietnamese youth

A man who smokes approximately 10 cigarettes a day for a decade or abuses alcohol at a level of 200–500 ml daily over a long period will face severe impact on sperm quality, experts have said.

Mental health crisis driven by year-end work pressure and Tet stress.

The intense pace of work and financial worries at the end of the year and ahead of Tet (Lunar New Year) pushed a woman in her early 30s into a prolonged mental health crisis without her realizing it.

Cancer patients struggle with high treatment costs

Every month, T. has to pay nearly VND100 million for cancer treatment. After just over a year, her family’s finances have become exhausted.

Hospital “treatment first, payment later” model introduced

The healthcare sector is piloting a new model that allows individuals to register with a bank for a medical fee guarantee covering their entire family, enabling hospitals to offer "treat first, pay later”.

Critical Whitmore case in VN ends in recovery after intensive 21-day treatment

A 54-year-old man from Phuc Yen, Vietnam, has survived a severe infection caused by the dangerous Burkholderia pseudomallei bacterium, also known as Whitmore’s disease or melioidosis, after a 21-day battle in intensive care.

Russian cancer drug enters Vietnam, expected to be used soon

A Russian-made cancer treatment drug has officially been imported into Vietnam and is expected to be used in clinical settings soon, marking a potential breakthrough in affordable cancer care.

Will doctors be replaced amid AI boom?

Associate Professor Le Hoang Son says AI is especially important in healthcare, can read diseases, but only doctors truly understand patients.

More than 1,000 elderly receive free health check-ups in Hanoi

More than 1,000 older people in Hanoi received free medical check-ups on January 31 as part of a health programme launched by the Vietnam Young Physicians' Association.

Aviation sector steps up 24/7 health checks to prevent Nipah virus spread.

All passengers arriving at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi are currently undergoing automatic temperature screening immediately after landing, as part of measures to prevent the spread of the Nipah virus.

Health experts: Deadly Nipah virus is not a cause for panic in Vietnam

The Nipah virus is a deadly infectious disease with a high fatality rate, but health experts stress there is no reason for public alarm. The risk of a major outbreak in Vietnam remains very low.

Vietnam steps up Nipah virus surveillance at Tan Son Nhat, Noi Bai airports

Ho Chi Minh City’s Department of Health has launched proactive disease prevention measures, increasing surveillance at Tan Son Nhat International Airport for travelers arriving from areas experiencing Nipah virus outbreaks.

Da Nang intensifies surveillance of travelers from India amid Nipah threat

As the virus gains attention across Asia, Da Nang's health officials push for swift and coordinated measures to guard the city from potential infections.

Vietnam ramps up defense against Nipah virus amid outbreak in India

With no current cases reported domestically, Vietnamese health authorities are taking no chances in preparing for the deadly Nipah virus.

Vietnam recalls five infant formula batches due to toxin risk

Authorities warn consumers to stop using five infant milk products from France and Australia, suspected of containing a dangerous toxin.

Vietnam on high alert amid Nipah virus surge in India

With cases confirmed in India, Vietnam’s health authorities urge self-monitoring for travelers from outbreak zones.

Alarming rise in school myopia rates sparks call for early intervention

Vietnamese experts warn that myopia is spreading rapidly in schools, with some institutions reporting rates as high as 90%.

Chilling X-ray reveals parasite infestation in man who frequently ate raw food

A man in Quang Tri was stunned to learn his fatigue and muscle pain were caused by parasitic cysts, likely linked to his habit of eating raw dishes.

Vietnam’s healthcare reform pivots to prevention, equity, and innovation

Minister of Health Dao Hong Lan has affirmed that Resolution 72 of the Politburo marks a critical turning point - shifting the country’s health strategy from treatment-focused services to a model centered on comprehensive care.