Medical

Rescuing a patient in critical condition due to abortion with medicine at a private clinic

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Doctors warn that drug abortion is only safe when performed and monitored at licensed medical facilities with full emergency equipment.

Firecrackers cause serious injuries: Patient detonates gas cylinder, doctor discovers the truth

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At the beginning of the new year 2026, Viet Duc Friendship Hospital continuously received many emergency cases due to firecracker accidents, and many serious cases.

People in Ho Chi Minh City no longer have to travel far from home whenever they need medical examination

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After merging administrative boundaries, the Ho Chi Minh City health sector has promoted the consolidation and connection of the public health system.

Hai Phong penalizes dental clinics for providing services without a license

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Hai Phong - A dental clinic in Hung Dao ward, Hai Phong was fined 56.5 million VND for violating 4 administrative acts.

Patient with repeated respiratory circulatory arrest rescued

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Ho Chi Minh City - On January 13, Thong Nhat Hospital said that it successfully treated a male patient with multiple respiratory arrests, with a very high risk of death.

To go far, the pharmaceutical industry is forced to invest in technology

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Vietnam's pharmaceutical market is growing rapidly in Asia, domestic drugs increase by 12–15% per year, but still face major challenges in technology and high-value drugs.

Some health facilities in Da Nang withdraw from the list of GSP standards

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Da Nang - The Department of Health has just updated the list of establishments meeting the standards "Good practice in preserving medicines and medicinal ingredients" (GSP).

Ministry of Health informs about the conditions for transferring to the title of Third-class Doctor

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The Ministry of Health has just responded, providing information on the conditions for transferring to the title of Doctor of Grade III.

Simulated scene of the radioactive source truck accident at the Oncology Hospital

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Ho Chi Minh City - The simulated situation of a vehicle carrying radioactive sources encountering an accident and catching fire has been quickly and safely handled by the coordinated forces.

Electronic medical records are not synchronized, progress is slow

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Although expected, after many years of implementation, the application of electronic medical records (EMRs) in medical facilities is still slow and unsynchronized, not achieving the goal, causing concern about the reasons for delay.

Cao Bang transfers hundreds of Health Stations and Points to communes and wards for management

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Cao Bang Provincial People's Committee has just issued a decision to transfer the entire Health Station and Point to local management.

Domestic drugs increase market share, Vietnam's pharmaceutical industry enters a new growth phase

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Domestic drugs are clearly increasing market share, becoming an important driving force to bring Vietnam's pharmaceutical industry into a new growth phase.

Scratches from small wounds, dozens of patients hospitalized due to tetanus

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The National Hospital for Tropical Diseases is currently treating about 10 patients with tetanus, including mild and critical cases.

Time to apply new professional preferential allowances for commune-level healthcare

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From January 1, 2026, commune-level health station staff will enjoy new job preferential allowances according to Resolution 261, the highest level is 100% and the minimum is 70% depending on the area.

Traditional medicine has not yet fully exploited its potential

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Ho Chi Minh City - Traditional medicine is still struggling to find a worthy position, although the potential for treatment and health care is still very large.

Eating ice cream in cold weather and health effects

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Eating ice cream in cold weather does not cause flu, but it needs to be used properly to avoid sore throats and ensure overall health.

Toilet flush chemical explodes, 47-year-old woman seriously burned

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A 47-year-old woman in Hanoi suffered severe burns and had to be hospitalized for emergency treatment overnight after a powder-like toilet cleaning chemical suddenly exploded.

Revoking Herbal Nano bathing and cleaning gel due to formula infringement

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Ministry of Health requests nationwide recall of Herbal Nano Bathing & Hygiene Gel – 1 box, 105g bottle due to incorrect ingredients.

The rate of fake drugs detected in Vietnam is only 0.024% in 2025

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In 2025, drug quality management and control were tightened, bringing the rate of fake drugs detected on the market down to 0.024%.

Effects and remedies from lemon peel

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In the kitchen of many families, lemon peel is often considered waste after being retained with juice.