Medical
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.
Warning of the risk of RSV virus outbreak, threatening children and the elderly
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Doctors warn that RSV virus can flare up strongly during the rainy season, causing danger to young children and the elderly, and recommend proactive vaccination to prevent the disease.
Many wards in Hai Phong recorded cases of high dengue fever exceeding the threshold
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Hai Phong - According to statistics from the City Center for Disease Control, from the beginning of 2025, Hai Phong has 133 dengue fever outbreaks, 17 outbreaks with secondary cases.
Fine three beauty establishments 105 million VND
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Ha Tinh Provincial Police have just fined three beauty establishments with a total amount of 105 million VND for advertising medical examination and treatment services without a license to operate.
The health sector is determined to operate the two facilities of Bach Mai and Viet Duc Hospitals on schedule
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The Ministry of Health directs to speed up the completion of the second facility of Bach Mai Hospital and Viet Duc Friendship.
Skin cancer rates increase in the elderly, need to be careful when performing surgery
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The incidence of skin cancer is increasing, especially in older adults. Surgery is considered an effective treatment method, but caution and careful preparation are needed
In Vietnam, a doctor has less than 2 nurses to support, the pressure of the nursing profession is huge
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According to the Ministry of Health, in 2024, Vietnam will only have about 18 nurses per 10,000 people.
Increased cardiovascular disease, risks from modern lifestyle
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Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the world, with the number of cases doubling in the past 30 years.
Man panicked when he discovered parasitic worms in his brain causing convulsions and paralysis
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Regularly eating spring rolls and raw garlic, the male patient had many headaches, seizures and paralysis. When he went to the doctor, he discovered that the measles was parasitic in the brain.
Believing the tips of applying shingles leaves to treat Hereafter, a patient was hospitalized with widespread ulcers and seizures
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Arbitrarily using leaves to treat shingles, an 88-year-old man in Hanoi had to be hospitalized in a state of seizure, severe pain and widespread ulcers in the head.
Record of food safety violations in the case of 40 students suspected of food poisoning
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Quang Tri - Kim Ngan Commune People's Committee has drawn up a record of food safety violations against the school in the case of 40 students suspected of being poisoned after breakfast.
People comment on medical facilities proactively examining and treating health insurance on holidays
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Many medical facilities proactively provide health insurance examination and treatment on holidays, helping people conveniently access health care services.
A stray rabid dog bit 3 people in Lam Dong
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Lam Dong - After rabid dogs bit 3 people, the authorities have taken measures to prevent the disease from spreading.
82-year-old man escaped death by timely coronary intervention
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HCMC - For the elderly, coronary intervention will help patients recover quickly, reducing complications.
Ba Ria General Hospital speaks out about the information that the young man was not given timely emergency care
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HCMC - On October 17, Ba Ria General Hospital said that the information reflecting that patients were not given timely emergency care was not accurate.
Chairman of Can Tho resolves disruptions in construction and personnel for hospitals
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Can Tho - Chairman of Can Tho said that the city (city) is resolutely implementing solutions to remove obstacles at hospitals.
