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.

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.

8 low-sugar breakfasts to help stabilize blood sugar and avoid energy spikes

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A balanced breakfast helps control blood sugar effectively. Here are 8 low-sugar, rich in protein and fiber dishes to help maintain stable energy throughout the morning.

What happens to the body when you start tracking your steps after age 55

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Maintaining regular exercise such as walking helps improve cardiovascular, brain and metabolic function, especially in people over 55 years old.

Eliminate body odor when combining lemon with some familiar leaves below

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Body odor, especially in hot and humid weather, makes many people lose confidence in daily life.

Intermittent fasting and 5 groups of people who should not do it

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Intermittent fasting can be effective for weight loss, but for some groups, this method will be harmful to health.

To detoxify the liver well, it is necessary to avoid some morning habits

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Liver detoxification is not effective overnight, but one of the necessary factors is to avoid bad habits in the morning.

Children's bones can be affected by common chemicals in life

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New research shows that exposure to PFAS chemicals may be associated with low bone density in children, increasing the risk of fractures later in life.

Summer is prone to insomnia, immediately apply these methods to sleep better

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In the summer, if you are restless and unable to sleep, you can apply some of the following measures to sleep better.

Things to know if you are planning to get a tattoo

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Tattooing is not just a cosmetic procedure but a risky skin-penetrating procedure. Understanding the ingredients of ink, risks and care helps reduce unwanted complications.

Carrying sapodilla seeds in the airway for 13 months

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The 14-year-old patient carried sapodilla seeds in her airway for 13 months before being discovered.

10 safe ways to reduce natural uric acid at home

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Instead of relying on drugs, you can improve your high uric acid status with simple changes in your daily diet and lifestyle.

5 types of vitamin D-rich drinks

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Adults need about 600 IU of vitamin D per day, some enhanced drinks provide higher levels than added orange juice.

What time of day to walk is most effective

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Walking at any time is beneficial, but each time frame of day brings different health effects.

15-year-old teenager's scalp-piercing hook when fishing

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Quang Tri - Being hooked with 3 hooks deep into the scalp while fishing, a teenager was treated promptly by doctors to avoid dangerous complications.