Health

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.

Simple and easy-to-apply home uric acid control methods

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Some simple daily habits can contribute to controlling and reducing uric acid levels in the body.

Eliminate uric acid with herbs

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Mugwort contains some active ingredients that help eliminate uric acid - an important factor related to gout and metabolic disorders.

Fruit that helps nourish the liver, rich in selenium

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Mulberry is a familiar fruit with natural selenium sources, which effectively supports liver protection.

Foods to prevent osteoporosis for women after 40

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Osteoporosis is one of the common health problems in women after 40, especially when entering the pre-menopause and menopause stages.

Physical fitness tracking devices help older people live more proactively

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Fitness tracking devices can help people over 55 maintain exercise, improve health and support independent living in daily life.

Eating pineapple leaves mixed with wild vegetables, two people hospitalized for emergency treatment

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Lang Son - Two people had to be hospitalized in critical condition after eating soup cooked from vegetables harvested in the forest, which contained Gelsemium elegans.

Healthy fats help increase memory and protect the brain

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Fat not only provides energy but also plays an essential role in the brain. Eating enough fat helps improve memory, mood and cognitive function.

The average age to start using tobacco in Vietnam is only about 16.9 years old

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A new study from the University of Public Health shows that about 14% of students have tried e-cigarettes and 3% are using them.

Reduce joint pain thanks to familiar drinks

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Joint pain is a common condition, especially in middle-aged and older people.

To reduce uric acid, you must abstain from these foods

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Knowing the list of foods to abstain from will help patients control their uric acid levels well and limit recurrent gout attacks.

Differentiating high uric acid and gout

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High uric acid and gout are closely related but not the same. Clear distinction helps to recognize risks and better control health.

Hand, foot and mouth disease season: Hospitalization of children increases, warning of complications

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Hand, foot and mouth disease is in season with the number of cases in young children increasing rapidly every day.

Does eating fish regularly help prolong life?

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Eating fish regularly, especially fish rich in omega-3, can support cardiovascular health, improve health and contribute to prolonging life.

Warning about 5 groups of people who should not fast interrupted

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Intermittent fasting is one of the ways to lose weight, but it is not for everyone.

Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health informs about the case of more than 50 elementary school students suffering from digestive disorders

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Ho Chi Minh City - Recorded from Binh Quoi Ward Health Station and 3 hospitals, 53 students of Binh Quoi Tay Primary School came for examination due to symptoms of digestive disorders.