Health

Dengue fever increases, Ho Chi Minh City has 995 new cases in just one week

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On July 31, the Ho Chi Minh City Center for Disease Control (HCDC) said that the dengue fever epidemic situation in the city continues to increase.

5-day plank challenge helps increase core muscle strength and improve posture

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Proper plank helps shape the waistline, while maintaining balance, stability and good posture as age increases.

Rescuing a 4-year-old boy with severe paracetamol poisoning

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Ho Chi Minh City - A 4.5-year-old boy was just rescued by the City Children's Hospital after suffering from acute liver failure and poisoning due to overdose of paracetamol.

Important nutrients to help the elderly prevent osteoporosis

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Osteoporosis, pain and osteoarthritis are common problems in the elderly.

Kidney stones do not require surgery in every case

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Many people believe that detecting kidney stones means having to operate or intervene immediately.

Important notes on nutrition for people with kidney dysfunction

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Experts guide nutritional balance for people with impaired kidney function.

How to make 3 types of pomegranate water to help support liver detoxification

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The antioxidants in pomegranate juice help support liver detoxification.

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.

Overcoming the consequences of the fire in Kien Hung that killed two people

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The fire in Kien Hung ward (Hanoi) on the afternoon of July 3rd killed two people and seriously burned one person. The government has deployed emergency support for the victims.

Reasons why many medical facilities transfer patients to the final level for vaccination

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Going to the vaccination point but not being vaccinated immediately does not mean being refused. In many cases, referrals are a safe choice for patients.

To reduce uric acid, don't ignore these 3 drinks

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In addition to a reasonable diet and drinking enough water, some drinks can help eliminate uric acid.

Taking a 3-year-old child to the emergency room, parents complain about being asked for a referral letter

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Khanh Hoa - Parents reflect on bringing their 3-year-old child for examination but being instructed to return to apply for a referral.

Ho Chi Minh City accelerates universal health check-ups, not letting people be missed

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Ho Chi Minh City accelerates the universal health check program, striving to have 100% of people with electronic health records and continuous health management by 2026.

List of 62 diseases that do not require referral papers but are still fully entitled to health insurance from July 1st

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From July 1st, according to the Law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Health Insurance, health insurance participants will enjoy more benefits when seeking medical examination and treatment.

How do people with high uric acid eat eggs in the summer

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People with high uric acid can still eat eggs in the summer if used correctly and in appropriate amounts.

Vegetable that supports blood fat control

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Controlling blood fat by adding some vegetables to your daily diet is a natural and healthy solution.