Health

14-year-old male student hospitalized for inserting a 20cm long cucumber into the rectum

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Doctors at Bac Ninh General Hospital No. 1 performed endoscopy and successfully removed a cucumber about 20cm long from the rectal of a 14-year-old male student.

First time Vietnam tests practicing capacity for doctors

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From 2027, Vietnam will for the first time organize a professional competency assessment test for doctors.

Drinks good for bones and joints of people after 50

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Some drinks rich in calcium, vitamin D and protein help supplement essential nutrients that are good for bones and joints in people after 50.

Sources of money to pay for health check-ups at the beginning of the school year

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According to the Ministry of Health, educational institutions must update health check data at the beginning of the school year to the Ministry of Health's Health Data Portal according to instructions.

17 years of classes keeping the pace of going to school for children with cancer

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On September 4, the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Ho Chi Minh City and the Oncology Hospital opened the "Sunflowers" class and accompanied and cared for pediatric patients with dangerous diseases.

Night hair care helps hair become softer and smoother

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Night hair care tips to help hair become softer and smoother such as applying hair conditioner before going to bed, using silk or satin pillow covers...

Proposal to increase the rate of payment for medicinal herbs and traditional medicines from the health insurance fund

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The current health insurance payment list includes 229 traditional medicines, medicinal herbs and 349 traditional medicine ingredients...

More than 22 billion VND in fines after nationwide food safety crackdown

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During the Action Month for Food Safety 2026, functional forces discovered nearly 5,800 violating establishments, fining more than 22 billion VND.

Drinks that help replenish water and reduce fatigue on hot sunny days

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Drinks that help replenish water and reduce fatigue on hot sunny days such as lemonade, coconut water...

Familiar red drink to cool down in the summer

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Mentioning red drinks that help cool down and dispel the summer heat, watermelon juice is always the top choice in many people's menus.

Ebola epidemic spreads in Africa, Vietnam proactively prevents epidemics early

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The Ebola epidemic in Congo and Uganda is developing complicatedly, with an increasing risk of spread. The Vietnamese Ministry of Health has strengthened surveillance and epidemic prevention.

5 snacks good for the digestive system, replacing fried foods in the afternoon tea

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Oily snacks in the late afternoon can put pressure on the digestive system. Nutrition experts suggest healthier options.

When doctors treat sick children... who have not yet been born

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Vietnamese fetal medicine is gradually approaching international standards, opening up more life opportunities for the fetus right from the womb.

How to use green tea to prevent premature graying, stimulate hair growth

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Green tea contains antioxidant compounds that help prevent premature graying and stimulate hair growth.

Suggesting soft, easy-to-eat dishes for the elderly in the summer

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In the summer, the elderly should prioritize soft, easy-to-digest and cool dishes to support health and create a more delicious feeling.

Be wary of sudden shortness of breath due to blood clots in the lungs

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Shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, anxiety, sweating,... can be signs of acute pulmonary embolism.

10 kidney-boosting foods to have in your daily diet

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Broccoli, red grapes, garlic or pineapple all contain many beneficial nutrients, contributing to supporting kidney function and reducing operating pressure for this organ.

Prolonged heat increases the risk of exhaustion when moving outdoors

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In hot weather, outdoor travel needs to be carefully prepared to limit the risk of dehydration and health-related problems.

Eating eggs properly in the summer to ensure health safety

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Eggs are a nutritious food and can be used in the summer, but proper storage and processing are very important to ensure health safety.

Successful surgery on a large uterine fibroid causing compression

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On May 29, Nha Be General Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City said it had just successfully operated on a female patient with large uterine fibroids causing compression complications.