Health

Proposal to add 120 diseases that can be prescribed outpatient medication for a maximum of 90 days

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The Ministry of Health proposes to add 120 diseases to the list of outpatient prescriptions for over 30 days, maximum 90 days, including many cardiovascular diseases, cancer, dermatology and respiratory diseases.

Recognizable signs of fungal keratitis that can threaten vision

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Fungal corneal ulcers often appear after eye injuries related to agricultural environments such as bushes, rice leaves, and branches.

Tell you 5 ways to care for and treat atopic dermatitis

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Atopic dermatitis is a chronic disease that easily recurs. Proper skin care and adherence to treatment help control symptoms and limit recurrence of the disease.

Slow treatment of zoster, risk of dangerous complications

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Zona not only causes skin damage but can also affect the nervous system and many important organs, leading to dangerous complications such as reduced vision and blindness.

End-stage heart failure patients have more life chances thanks to CorHeart 6

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First implanted in Vietnam, CorHeart 6 opens up another treatment direction for severe heart failure patients, especially those waiting for heart transplants.

Inspectors point out a series of errors at hospitals in Gia Lai

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Gia Lai - Inspectors discover many errors at hospitals, from overtime, equipment management to prescribing and dispensing addictive drugs.

Supports healthier liver when drinking green bean water

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Green beans are often cooked into sweet soup, porridge or ground into drinking water, with many uses to help the liver become healthier.

Vietnamese women have an average natural menopause age of 48-52

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Vietnam has about 13 million women over 45 years old. The average age of natural menopause is about 48-52, leading to many health changes.

Testicle rupture in baby boy: Signs to note and how to handle when children have accidents

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Testicular rupture is a serious injury that requires early intervention to preserve function and avoid the risk of necrosis, and testicle removal is necessary.

Unexpected uses of coffee to support fat reduction and muscle gain

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Caffeine in coffee can contribute to increasing energy consumption, supporting fat reduction and muscle gain.

How to adjust stress to reduce the risk of gastroesophageal reflux

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Stress can worsen gastroesophageal reflux symptoms, so stress management needs to be emphasized during treatment.

3 things to help reduce uric acid for people with excess weight

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Overweight and obese people are often at risk of metabolic disorders and increased uric acid.

Medical examination for students, doctors recommend ways to protect children's eyes and teeth

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From August 18 to September 4, 2026, Hanoi will organize free periodic health check-ups for preschool children and general education students in the area, with the goal of striving for 100% of children and students to have health check-ups before the new school year.

Pharmedic fined 50 million VND for sodium chloride 0.9% eye drops violating level 3

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The Drug Administration of Vietnam (Ministry of Health) fined Pharmedic 50 million VND for producing 0.9% sodium chloride eye drops, which was determined to be a level 3 violation.

Crochet hook pierces eye of 13-year-old boy, risk of loss of vision

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13-year-old boy has a hook piercing his cornea, severe eyeball damage, risk of long-term vision impairment.

10-year-old boy discovers testicle rupture after 15 hours after being kicked by a friend in the private area

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Ho Chi Minh City - On August 25, Children's Hospital 2 said it had just intervened in time for a boy over 10 years old who had testicular rupture after being kicked in the intimate area.

3 ways to eat to help blood sugar increase slower after meals

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From choosing food, processing to eating order, a few small changes in meals can help slow down the rate of blood sugar increase.

4 recommendations for weight control in adults

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Proper weight control is one of the important factors to help adults maintain health and prevent non-communicable diseases.

Transfer may not require tests, re-scanning with 441 techniques

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The Ministry of Health proposes interlinking 441 tests and scans, helping patients limit having to redo them when transferred to another hospital.

Tell parents how to vibrate and drain phlegm properly for children

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Rubbing to drain phlegm is a supportive method for treating respiratory diseases. Parents can perform rubbing to drain phlegm for children as follows.