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.

Benefits of waking up early for health

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Waking up early not only helps the body synchronize with the natural circadian rhythm but can also bring many health benefits.

Intestines, seafood and foods that increase uric acid need to be limited

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A diet high in purine-rich foods, salt, sugar and processed meats can increase uric acid levels in the body.

Many breakthroughs in cancer treatment, opening up more hope for patients

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Breakthroughs in immunotherapy, nuclear medicine and precision medicine are expanding the chances of survival for cancer patients.

Group of people should limit drinking iced tea to protect kidneys and stomach

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Some groups of people, especially those with kidney and stomach diseases, need to be careful when drinking iced tea to limit the risk of health effects.

The first overnight surgery at Bach Mai Hospital, Ninh Binh facility

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The first surgery at Bach Mai Hospital, Ninh Binh facility, saved a man with severe spinal injury from the risk of paralysis of both legs.

Supplementing with omega-3 to support the brain and emotions

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Omega-3 is not only beneficial for the cardiovascular system but can also support improving mood when supplemented appropriately in the daily diet.

3 types of coffee that diabetics can refer to use

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Diabetes patients can drink coffee but need to control their consumption and how to prepare it.

Health insurance expands benefits, patients reduce outpatient examination costs

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From July 1, 2026, the health insurance policy expands the benefits of out-of-zone examinations, helping many people reduce the cost burden and be more convenient when accessing medical services.

3 simple ways to help increase height after puberty

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After puberty, height increases slower because long bones almost stop growing. However, some healthy habits can still help improve height.

Mangosteen is extremely rich in vitamin C but people below should not eat it

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Mangosteen is a fruit rich in antioxidants, vitamin C and fiber, but there are 3 groups of people who should be cautious when eating it.

5 common mistakes when eating of people with gastritis

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In daily life, many people still maintain eating habits that make gastritis more serious.

People with gallstones should supplement these 3 types of fruits

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These fruits are good for people with gallstones and contribute to improving overall health.

Simple ways to help increase protein every day

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Protein plays an important role in the body, just adjusting your daily meals, you can supplement enough protein without functional foods.

Successfully removing a sharp, 3cm long pin from the stomach of a 10-year-old boy

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Lam Dong - A 10-year-old boy accidentally swallowed a pin about 3cm long, and doctors performed emergency endoscopy to successfully remove the foreign object from his stomach safely.

The success of robot surgery must be measured by treatment effectiveness

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The success of robot surgery must be measured by treatment effectiveness, safety level and patient recovery ability.