On May 26, the Ministry of Health informed about the COVID-19 epidemic situation at home and abroad.
As of May 25, 2025, the world recorded more than 777 million cases and more than 7 million deaths. Some Asian countries such as China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand have recorded an increase in the number of cases and hospitalizations, but are still under control.
The LP.8.1 strain is gradually being replaced by NB.1.8.1 a new strain with higher spread capacity, currently accounting for 10.7% of global cases of gene-scrutinization in mid-May. However, these variants have not shown any evidence of causing more serious illness and the WHO has not issued a new warning.
In Vietnam, according to data from the Ministry of Health, from the beginning of the year until now, 641 cases of Covid-19 macadamia in 39 provinces and cities, no death. Hanoi topped with 153 cases, followed by Hai Phong 138 cases, Ho Chi Minh City 80 cases, Quang Ninh 46 cases, Bac Giang 24 cases, Bac Ninh 24 cases, Thai Nguyen 23 cases, 32 provinces and other cities scattered under 20 cases/provinces. The number of cases tends to increase slightly in the last 3 weeks but have not recorded concentrated outbreaks.
However, according to the data of the disease control center (CDC), the number of Cover-19 macadamia. From 16 to 23.5, 155 cases of Covid-19, 0 died. Cumulative in 2025 recorded 192 cases, 0 deaths, the number of cases decreased compared to the same period in 2024 (641/0). According to Hanoi CDC, the number of cases tends to increase in the last 2 weeks, continue to record the disease in the near future.
At the National Children's Hospital, the number of children hospitalized due to COVID-19 increased in May, mainly from Hanoi and neighboring areas. In Ho Chi Minh City, the variety NB 1.8.1 accounts for the majority of the explanatory gene samples of hospitalized patients.
The Ministry of Health believes that the risk of epidemics will increase during the summer due to the need for travel, tourism, and large gatherings. However, the possibility of severe cases is low because the current manifestations have not caused more serious symptoms.
In response to the developments of the COVID-19 epidemic, the Ministry of Health has coordinated with WHO and relevant units to deploy a series of epidemic prevention and control measures:
Strengthen supervision in the community and medical facilities, coordinate testing and risk assessment; continue to implement the sustainable control plan until 2025.
Review and update admission and treatment plans; ensure facilities, medical supplies and guide patients to implement epidemic prevention measures.
Proactively prevent infections in hospitals, especially in high-risk areas; increase environmental sanitation, arrange appropriate departments.
Strengthen communication, coordinate with sectors to build appropriate epidemic prevention messages for each locality.
Guiding public places, tourism, and entertainment to implement disease prevention recommendations.
Training to improve the capacity of health workers; strictly implement the disease reporting and declaration regime according to regulations.
The Ministry of Health recommends that people:
Wearing a mask in public places, medical facilities, and on vehicles.
Limit large gatherings if not necessary.
Wash your hands regularly with soap or antibacterial solution.
Maintain exercise and eat properly.
When you have symptoms of fever, cough, or shortness of breath, you should go to the nearest medical facility for examination.
