Health

Doctors point out the cause of increased school blindness

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Abuse of electronic devices, little outdoor activity and studying in low light conditions... cause the rate of nearsightedness in children to increase.

Disregarding numbness in limbs, a 70-year-old woman faces the risk of losing her ability to walk

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Ho Chi Minh City - Prolonged numbness in limbs but not diagnosed correctly, the woman had to be hospitalized when she could not walk on her own.

Periodic health check-ups for more than 3.7 million people in Vinh Long

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Vinh Long - By the end of 2026, the province strives for 100% of people to have periodic health check-ups at least once and update data to VNeID.

6 important notes when using eye drops and eye ointment

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To use eye drops and eye ointment safely, you need to pay attention to some of the following principles.

Simple habits to help detoxify the liver and protect the body effectively

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Limiting added sugar, maintaining a balanced diet... are simple habits that help detoxify the liver and protect the body effectively.

4 types of fish rich in omega-3 that contribute to supporting blood sugar

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Adding omega-3-rich fish to the menu can support stable blood sugar, while contributing to protecting cardiovascular health.

3 mistakes when losing weight that increase uric acid

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Losing weight incorrectly can cause uric acid to rise, increasing the risk of gout attacks and affecting health.

Healthy diet helps prevent digestive disorders

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Maintaining a scientific diet, rich in fiber and beneficial bacteria, helps protect the digestive system, reduces the risk of constipation and many intestinal disorders.

The epidemic of dengue fever and hand, foot and mouth fever is complicated in Lam Dong

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Lam Dong - Since the beginning of 2026, the whole province has recorded more than 5,300 cases of dengue fever, hand, foot and mouth disease and 3 deaths. The Provincial People's Committee requests to tighten epidemic prevention and control.

Many people with diabetes ignore snacks that help control blood sugar

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People with diabetes often skip snacks for fear of high blood sugar. However, choosing the right food can help feel full longer and support blood sugar control.

Clinic pumps soy milk into patients to fake infection: Ministry of Health requests strict handling

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The Department of Medical Examination and Treatment Management requests strict handling of the case of a clinic in Nghe An pumping soy milk into the patient's urethra to fake infection and deceive them into paying high prices for treatment.

A habit at the dining table can silently harm the kidneys

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The habit of eating salty food can also damage the kidneys and accelerate the progression of many dangerous diseases.

4 exercises to help improve balance and reduce the risk of falls in the elderly

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Simple exercises such as sitting down - standing up, standing with one foot... help improve balance and support older people to move more safely.

Many people have increased uric acid but no symptoms

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Symptomatic hyperuricemia can still cause silent damage to the cardiovascular system, kidneys and increase the risk of gout in the future.

Incorrect calcium supplementation can increase the risk of kidney stones and kidney failure

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Calcium plays an important role in bone and joint health, especially in developing children, postmenopausal women and the elderly.

Young people have high uric acid because of a habit that seems harmless

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Hyperuricemia and gout are considered diseases of middle-aged men.

Ministry of Health directs verification of assault on medical staff at Hai Duong General Hospital

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Hai Phong - After the incident of a female nurse at Hai Duong General Hospital being assaulted, the Department of Medical Examination and Treatment Management requested verification.

“AI doctor” news, patients almost pay the price with their lives

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More and more people are using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to ask about their health status instead of going to medical facilities. With just a few symptoms, AI can suggest pathology, treatment direction or medication, making many people see this as an "online doctor". However, according to experts, the worrying thing is not AI itself but the abuse of technology for self-diagnosis and self-treatment.

How to maintain fat balance to protect health

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Fat is essential for the body but excess or the wrong type of fat choice can increase the risk of obesity and many chronic diseases.

Effects of sleep on increasing height of children 5 - 8 years old

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Sleep plays an important role in the process of energy recovery, brain development and physical growth, including children's height.