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Vietnam spends US$865 million importing COVID-19 test kits

Vietnam has spent a total of VND19,900 billion (roughly US$865 million), importing COVID-19 test kits since the pandemic broke out in 2020, according to the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

CDC directors claim ‘clean hands’ but all have been charged

Three CDC directors of Nghe An, Bac Giang and Thua Thien - Hue said they were innocent and denied having had relations with Viet A Company. But they all have been found involved in the scandal.

Hue CDC leader detained for alleged bidding irregularities of test kits

The Police Investigation Agency of Thua Thien-Hue Province has detained Hoang Van Duc, director of the provincial CDC, and launched criminal proceedings against him for allegedly violating bidding regulations and gouging prices of Covid test kits.

Covid-19 rapid test price reduced to VND78,000 per test

The Ministry of Health, on February 19, issued Circular No.02/2022/TT-BTY regulating the price for Covid-19 testing services, effective from February 21.

More officials investigated for COVID-19 test kit overcharging

Several suspects in the overcharging for COVID-19 test kits at the Viet A Technologies JSC are being investigated for “offering bribe”, “receiving bribe”, and “abusing position and power while performing duties”.

Covid-19 rapid-test kit prices in turmoil

A rapid testing kit sourced from China is being sold at three different price levels.

Vietnamese doctor succeeds in gene decoding to prevent coronavirus

Genetic characteristics determine a person's susceptibility to viruses or ability to respond to medications.

Vietnamese scientists map genome of COVID-19 virus

Vietnam’s readiness to join the fight against the coronavirus in the globe is reflected in its scientific activities.

‘Robot army’ helps Vietnam fight Covid-19

Vietnamese-developed robots have been manufactured within a short time to be put into use in the fight against Covid-19.

Vietnam makes big investments in biomedical pharmaceutical research

Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Pham Cong Tac emphasized the significance of long-term investment in research.

Covid-19: Antibody research needed to determine community immunity rate in Vietnam

Scientists believe that community epidemiological research on anti-virus antibodies needs to be done to find suitable preventive measures to control the spread of COVID-19 before a vaccine is developed.

More than 90 startups in Vietnam join hands to fight against Covid-19

Ninety-three projects and startups are ready to provide technological solutions to help solve problems and assist frontline workers, isolated communities and indirectly affected people.

How is shoemaking startup overcoming Covid-19?

ShoeX spent four months researching and developing the world's first face protective mask made from coffee grounds. The biodegradable filter membrane is replaceable.

Who is the producer of Vietnam’s coronavirus test kits?

On its official website, Viet A Technologies JSC describes itself as a pioneer in disseminating hi-tech tests in the health sector.

How did Vietnam develop its SARS-CoV-2 test kits?

SARS-CoV-2 virus test kit, developed and produced by the Military Medical Academy and Viet A Technology Company, is an important and necessary tool to help control Covid-19 in Vietnam.

COVID-19 quick test kits to be manufactured

Research on a test kit for early COVID-19 discovery has been successful, the Ministry of Science and Technology said on March 5.

Vietnam seeks to produce nCoV test kits

Local health experts said that test kits would greatly help Vietnam deal with the situation.