Health

Dien Bien aims for 100% of people to have periodic health check-ups

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Dien Bien - Health stations will contribute to the goal of 100% of people having periodic health check-ups at least once a year.

Dengue fever increases, many localities in Lam Dong focus on epidemic prevention and control

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Lam Dong - Many localities in the province are strengthening environmental sanitation, killing larvae, and handling outbreaks as the number of dengue fever cases tends to increase.

Iron pellet stuck deep in a boy's head after a dangerous game

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Shot in the eye with an iron bar while playing, a 6-year-old boy almost lost his eyesight due to a foreign object penetrating deep into his sinus.

Ensure funding for people to have free health check-ups annually

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From 2026, people will receive periodic health check-ups/free screening at least once a year. The Ministry of Finance requests to prepare resources to implement this policy.

Emergency, critical illnesses are still required to complete referral procedures

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Many emergency patients, suffering from dangerous diseases, although exempted from referral letters, are still required to complete referral procedures.

3 ways to cut sugar to help reduce belly fat

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Below are ways to cut down on sugar, control calorie intake to help reduce belly fat and control weight effectively.

From July 1st, health insurance pays for technical services up to nearly 114 million VND/time

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From July 1, 2026, the health insurance fund will pay for medical equipment costs for one use of technical services up to 113.85 million VND.

Effective weight loss support in the summer with a quick, low-fat breakfast menu

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The weight loss process becomes effective thanks to a breakfast rich in protein and fiber, low in fat, which helps control hunger and maintain energy in the summer.

Tips for processing meat to reduce purines are good for people with high uric acid

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Blanching the meat briefly before processing not only helps remove fishy odors and impurities but also reduces a part of the purines in the meat.

Simple habits that effectively support liver and intestine detoxification

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Maintaining a scientific diet, regular exercise, and caring for the gut microbiome are beneficial measures for liver and digestive health.

How to control gastroesophageal reflux that you should know

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Some changes in diet and lifestyle can help control gastroesophageal reflux, limiting further progression of the disease.

3 types of vermicelli to replace white vermicelli to help stabilize blood sugar, good for cardiovascular health

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To control blood sugar, white vermicelli should be replaced by fibers made from slow-absorbing starch, rich in fiber and containing minerals that help relax blood vessels.

Foods high in water help control blood sugar

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Some foods that are high in water help control blood sugar such as cucumbers, watermelons, apples...

Support liver detoxification, cool down summer with 5 types of leaves available in the garden

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Some rustic herbs can help detoxify the liver, cool down the body and reduce heat sensation while prolonged hot weather.

Successful treatment for 13-year-old boy stabbed in the heart by bamboo toothpick

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On June 2nd, Children's Hospital 2 in Ho Chi Minh City announced that it had successfully treated a child with a bamboo toothpick piercing his heart, causing severe inflammation and pericardial pus.

Simple Italian tomato cheese toast recipe at home

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Italian-style tomato cheese toast has a slightly crunchy crust, harmonious sweet and sour taste, suitable for breakfast or afternoon snacks.

5-year-old boy dies from severe burns in Ca Mau fire half month ago

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Ho Chi Minh City - On June 2, the City Children's Hospital said that a 5-year-old boy who suffered severe burns in a fire in Ca Mau died after many days of intensive treatment.

Food safety mistakes easily made in summer barbecue parties

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Mistakes in food processing and storage at summer barbecues can increase the risk of food poisoning.

Prolonged heat, doctors indicate the amount of water the body needs to replenish each day

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Faced with prolonged heat, doctors have pointed out warning signs that the body is dehydrated, losing electrolytes, as well as how to supplement water properly.

Risk of increased uric acid, affecting gout attacks if eating vegetarian in the wrong way

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Uric acid can be elevated due to improper vegetarianism. Consuming too many purine-rich foods can increase the risk of gout attacks.