Medical

The epidemic of dengue fever and hand, foot and mouth fever is complicated in Lam Dong

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Lam Dong - Since the beginning of 2026, the whole province has recorded more than 5,300 cases of dengue fever, hand, foot and mouth disease and 3 deaths. The Provincial People's Committee requests to tighten epidemic prevention and control.

Ministry of Health directs verification of assault on medical staff at Hai Duong General Hospital

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Hai Phong - After the incident of a female nurse at Hai Duong General Hospital being assaulted, the Department of Medical Examination and Treatment Management requested verification.

Free health check-ups to show gratitude to people with meritorious services to the revolution

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Hanoi - To celebrate the 79th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs' Day, many people with meritorious services, relatives of martyrs and policy beneficiaries have been given free health check-ups.

From organ donation decision to journey to save three patients

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Amidst the pain of losing a loved one, a family's decision to donate organs has opened up opportunities for life and light for three patients.

More than 1,300 people with meritorious services in Hanoi receive free health check-ups

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Hanoi - Hoe Nhai General Hospital in coordination with Hong Ha Ward People's Committee organizes free health check-ups and care for people with meritorious services.

Overexertion at the gym, young man hospitalized due to rhabdomyolysis

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Hanoi - Maintaining gym habits but without appropriate lesson plans and instructions, a young man had to be hospitalized for emergency treatment due to rhabdomyolysis syndrome.

10 hours to keep 3 almost severed fingers for young man

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Ho Chi Minh City - July 8, Gia Dinh People's Hospital said it had successfully performed a nearly 10-hour microsurgery to preserve 3 fingers for a 17-year-old young man.

Vietnam increases attraction on the health tourism map

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Vietnamese healthcare is attracting more and more international patients thanks to competitive costs, modern technology and constantly improving service quality, opening up opportunities for healthcare tourism development.

Taking 5 food samples for testing, investigating the case of dozens of students suspected of poisoning in Dak Lak

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Dak Lak - Functional agencies are taking 5 food samples for testing, investigating the case of dozens of students suspected of food poisoning in the area.

Cho Ray Hospital handles contractor for fraud in drug bidding

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On July 8, Cho Ray Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City informed that it had just decided to handle violations in drug bidding activities in 2026 for Phuc Thien Pharmaceutical Joint Stock Company.

Ministry of Health requests urgent investigation into nearly 40 students suspected of food poisoning in Dak Lak

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The Ministry of Health requests the Department of Health of Dak Lak province to urgently investigate and clarify the cause of the case of nearly 40 students having to be hospitalized with suspected food poisoning symptoms.

To limit increased nearsightedness in children, doctors recommend that parents pay attention to these things

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According to doctors, the excessive use of electronic devices and little outdoor activity are the reasons why children have increased nearsightedness.

Doctors guide parents to properly enjoy health insurance benefits when taking children for examination

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From July 1, 2026, in order for children to fully enjoy their rights when coming for examination, parents need to clearly understand the cases that are paid by the health insurance fund according to regulations.

Proposal for health insurance to pay an additional PET/CT scan price of 25 million VND/time

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The Ministry of Health proposes to expand health insurance payments for PET/CT scans and many modern cancer tests.

Viet Duc Friendship Hospital Ninh Binh facility completes appraisal before opening day

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After completing the appraisal of the Ministry of Health, Viet Duc Friendship Hospital Ninh Binh facility has met the conditions for issuing an Operating License, officially operating from July 9, 2026.

Headache for many months, brain aneurysm sac discovered more than 5 mm

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A 50-year-old woman in Hanoi discovered a brain aneurysm with a high risk of rupture after months of suffering headaches and dizziness.

From July 1, people participating in health insurance for 5 consecutive years will have their co-payment exemption limit increased

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When the base salary increases from July 1, 2026, the benefits of people participating in health insurance for 5 consecutive years also change.

Increase opportunities for early detection and timely treatment of psychological diseases for children

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Ho Chi Minh City - The health sector's inclusion of psychological assessment content in the routine health check-up process is a practical step forward, helping to detect and treat children early.

Dengue fever increases 4 times in Can Tho

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Can Tho - The number of dengue fever cases has increased 4 times compared to the same period in 2025, doctors recommend proactively preventing the disease with vaccines.

Gia Lai strongly handles dirty food

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Gia Lai requests strong handling, even criminal prosecution of establishments producing and trading in dirty food, in order to deter and protect people's health and maintain safety for local tourism.