Health

Home medical examination and treatment, expanding health insurance benefits

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Not having to go to the hospital, many people in Ho Chi Minh City can be examined, treated and enjoy health insurance benefits right at home according to the new model of the health sector.

People with diabetes need to follow 4 nutritional principles

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People with diabetes need to maintain a scientific diet to control blood sugar, reduce the risk of complications and improve the quality of life.

No need for referral letters, people with 62 diseases enjoy full health insurance benefits from July 1

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From July 1, 2026, people with 62 dangerous and rare diseases will be directly examined at specialized levels without a referral letter but will still fully enjoy health insurance benefits.

Reduced birth rates, Vietnam is about to end its golden population period

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Reduced birth rates below replacement levels, Vietnam faces the risk of ending the golden population period early, rapid aging and increasing gender imbalance at birth, leading to many challenges in labor and social security.

Foods that should be in high blood pressure people's dinner

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High blood pressure is one of the common chronic diseases, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke and kidney failure if not well controlled.

Surprise with the cooling and blood pressure lowering effect of corn silk water

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Corn silk water is a summer drink, with many uses such as cooling, diuretic, and supporting blood pressure stabilization.

Meningococcal meningitis cases appear, people proactively get vaccinated against the disease

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Faced with the risk of meningococcal meningitis progressing rapidly, many young people in Ho Chi Minh City have proactively vaccinated themselves to protect their health.

Da Nang launches Action Month for Food Safety, tightening street food

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Da Nang - From April 15-15, the city simultaneously controls street food, strictly handles violations to reduce the risk of poisoning.

Diseases transmitted through kissing may be associated with a higher risk of multiple sclerosis

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Epstein-Barr virus infection, which transmits the disease through kissing, may be associated with a higher risk of multiple sclerosis, but it does not mean that anyone infected will get this disease.

Important things to help protect kidneys in hot weather

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Maintaining a habit of drinking enough water, eating bland food and living reasonably are important factors to help protect kidney function.

Increased visceral fat stems from what you do every day

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Drinking a lot of alcohol, sugary drinks, eating too fast and sleeping poorly are silent habits that cause visceral fat to accumulate.

The best way to eat garlic to effectively control high blood pressure

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Garlic rich in allicin helps dilate blood vessels, improve blood circulation; proper use can support blood pressure control and protect cardiovascular health.

Pearl milk tea may contain lead, use should be cautious

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According to Consumer Reports, some pearl milk tea samples tested contained lead and high sugar content, so be careful when using.

Liver detoxification with precious medicinal plants

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Ophiopogon japonicus is a medicinal plant that can support the body in detoxifying the liver.

Suggested kidney-boosting foods to have in daily meals

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Many familiar foods in daily meals are not only nutritious but also well support kidney function.

First kidney extraction and transplant at Can Tho City General Hospital

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Can Tho - Can Tho City General Hospital has just successfully received the transfer of kidney extraction and transplantation technique for the first case from a living donor.

2 types of juice that help cool down in the summer, good for the kidneys

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Hot weather makes the body easily dehydrated, affecting the kidneys. Below are some types of water that help cool down, supplement nutrients and support kidney protection.

Simple habits to help improve health every day

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Simple habits to help improve health every day such as eating balanced, maintaining sleep quality, exercising the body in a suitable way...

Meningococcal cases increase, doctors warn of dangerous complications

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In the coming time, meningococcal disease is at risk of continuing to appear and affect people's health.

Morning drinks help reduce uric acid, protect kidneys

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Drinking lemon water in the morning properly can help control uric acid thanks to its ability to alkalize urine and promote kidney excretion.