Medical

Receiving organ donation from Quang Ninh, Children's Hospital 2 revives kidney failure pediatric patient

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Ho Chi Minh City - On July 30, Children's Hospital 2 announced that it had just successfully transplanted a kidney to a patient from an organ donor who had brain death.

Leaders of the Ho Chi Minh City Infectious Diseases Association talk about the reasons for the difficulty in reducing hand, foot and mouth disease cases

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Ho Chi Minh City strengthens hand, foot and mouth disease prevention measures when the number of cases is still high and the risk of spreading in schools is always present.

Don't let subjectivity go with summer trips

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For three consecutive weeks, the number of COVID-19 cases in Hanoi increased. At the same time, seasonal flu and some other respiratory diseases also recorded an increasing trend. What is worth thinking about is not the number of cases, but the cause of their increase. The health sector affirms that the epidemic is still under control, no new dangerous variants have appeared, and there are no signs of abnormalities in the number of severe cases or deaths. That is a reality that needs to be fully recognized: Not panicking, but also not allowed to be taken lightly.

98-year-old man escapes death after nearly 80 bee stings

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Da Nang - Attacked by a bee colony with nearly 80 stings, a 98-year-old man fell into critical condition and miraculously recovered after 12 days.

6 high-risk subjects with severe developments when contracting COVID-19

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The number of COVID-19 and seasonal flu cases is trending upwards. The Ministry of Health notes 6 groups that are prone to worsening if they get sick, and recommends not to be subjective.

Update on the health of victims of the accident on the Phan Thiet - Dau Giay expressway

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Ho Chi Minh City - On June 9, Cho Ray Hospital updated on the health status of a patient in the accident that occurred on June 7 on the highway, injuring 19 people.

Khanh Hoa strives for 100% of people to receive free health check-ups

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Khanh Hoa - Locality with a plan for periodic health check-ups or free screening for people in the province.

Successful reconstruction of penis for patient with electrical burns

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Military Hospital 175 HCMC has just reconstructed the penis with an outer forearm flap for a patient who suffered an electric shock accident during labor.

Ho Chi Minh City establishes inspection team for medical examination and treatment process in case of 1 death

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On June 8, the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health decided to establish a comprehensive medical assessment team related to the case of patient death at Ba Ria General Hospital.

Hanoi's policy to support nearsightedness surgery attracts attention, doctors pay attention before treatment

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In the context of Hanoi preparing to implement a policy to support the cost of nearsightedness surgery for young people from July 1, 2026, doctors recommend some notes before treatment.

Rescuing a female patient stabbed multiple times in the neck in Ho Chi Minh City

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Ho Chi Minh City - Binh Duong General Hospital has saved a patient who was stabbed multiple times in the neck and hospitalized in critical condition.

Warning about cervical spondylosis from shoulder and neck pain, prolonged hand numbness

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Ho Chi Minh City - Neck and shoulder pain, hand numbness, headache are common symptoms but are easily overlooked. These may be warning signs of cervical disc herniation.

Showing off organ donation cards, potential risks of personal data leakage

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Organ donation is a humanitarian gesture, but publicizing cards and registration codes on social networks may potentially reveal personal information.

Hanoi supports young people in nearsightedness treatment

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From July 1, 2026, Hanoi supports the cost of nearsightedness treatment from 3 diopters or more, helping young people have more opportunities to take care of their eyesight.

Many hospitals operate facility 2, reducing worries about overload

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On June 1st, facility 2 of the National Children's Hospital officially went into operation in Hanoi. In the near future, facility 2 of Bach Mai Hospital, Viet Duc Friendship Hospital and Central Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital will also be put into operation in turn. These are final-line hospitals, receiving thousands of patients from provinces and cities across the country every day. Expanding scale with new facilities is not only an increase in the number of beds but also shows the determination to improve the capacity of the public health system.

AI in medicine is just a supporting tool, cannot replace doctors

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Ho Chi Minh City - Applying AI technology in diagnosis and treatment is becoming a trend in many hospitals, but doctors are still the ones who make the final conclusion.

Grassroots healthcare in Can Tho still faces difficulties, not synchronized

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Can Tho - Grassroots healthcare has received satisfaction from people for its expertise and dedication, but faces difficulties in infrastructure and equipment to meet digital transformation requirements.

Doctors warn of common mistakes in dialysis patients on hot sunny days

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Hot weather makes dialysis patients tend to drink plenty of water and eat fruits to cool down. However, this habit can increase the risk of dangerous complications.

Free health check-ups help Hanoi residents detect diseases early

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From July 1, 2026, people permanently or temporarily residing for 12 months or more in Hanoi will receive annual free health check-ups, contributing to early detection of diseases.

Experts guide how to replenish water for children on hot sunny days

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Nutrition experts have issued recommendations on how to supplement water and what types of drinks should be limited to protect children's health in the hot summer.