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Hanoi's policy of supporting nearsighted surgery attracts attention, doctors note before treatment.

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.

Doctors rescued a patient who was stabbed multiple times in the neck and hospitalized in critical condition. Photo: Provided by Binh Duong General Hospital

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

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.

The team of doctors at Cho Ray Hospital observes silence for organ donors before performing organ extraction. Photo: BVCR

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.

Mr. Bui Minh Giang is currently nearsighted at 3.5 diopters in one eye and 4.5 diopters in the other eye, although he has learned about refractive surgery, Mr. Giang is still considering it due to treatment costs. Photo: An Phuong

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.