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Rising fears prompting Vietnamese mothers to opt for cesarean sections

Many expectant mothers in Vietnam are increasingly opting for cesarean sections due to various fears surrounding childbirth.

Six hospitalized after experiencing heat shock at Hanoi Marathon

Six individuals were hospitalized for heat shock after participating in a marathon in Hanoi on October 13.

Heart disease surpasses cancer as leading cause of death in Vietnam

With over 200,000 deaths annually, heart disease claims more lives in Vietnam than cancer, especially among younger adults.

Doctors urge youth to stop playing deadly 'neck artery game'

Vietnamese doctors are urging young people to stop playing the dangerous "pen challenge," which involves compressing the carotid arteries and poses life-threatening risks.

Vietnam achieves new record in organ transplantation

In the first nine months of 2024, Vietnam saw an unprecedented increase in organ transplants from brain-dead donors, with 87 organs transplanted from 25 donors, marking a new milestone in the country’s 32-year organ transplant history.

Hanoi’s first paediatric hospital become operational

The Hanoi Children’s Hospital, the first of its kind in the capital city, was inaugurated on October 9 on the occasion of the city’s 70th anniversary of Liberation Day (October 10, 1954-2024).

Vietnam's first simultaneous heart and liver transplant performed successfully

A 41-year-old man with severe heart, liver, and kidney failure has become the first patient in Vietnam to undergo a successful simultaneous heart and liver transplant.

Da Nang hospital offers lifeline to foreign tourist

Hospital 199, a leading medical facility in Da Nang City, has successfully treated a foreign tourist with a severe kidney condition.

Vietnam’s Ministry of Health refutes claims of e-cigarettes being less harmful

During a recent seminar on tobacco control, Vietnam’s Ministry of Health emphasized that e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products carry health risks comparable to traditional cigarettes.

Blind woman sees again after ten years thanks to corneal transplant

A 65-year-old blind woman from Thai Nguyen was given a precious gift, as a donated cornea helped her regain her sight after a decade of blindness.

A12 MOM: Essential nutritional support for a healthier pregnancy journey

Discover how the A12 MOM supplement provides vital nutritional support to pregnant women, ensuring both maternal and fetal health with its unique blend of essential nutrients and rare herbs.

Ovagen: essential support for women with PCOS seeking to conceive

Ovagen provides targeted support for women with polycystic ovary syndrome, combining essential vitamins and nutrients to enhance fertility, regulate cycles, and improve overall reproductive health.

Self-determination scheme prompts cottage hospitals to retain patients

The scheme under which hospitals are self-determined in receipts and expenses and manage themselves rather than rely on the state budget has led to cottage hospitals retaining patients rather than forwarding them to higher-level hospitals.

Terminally ill patients can go directly to first-level hospitals: draft law

The draft law on amending and supplementing some articles of the Law on Health Insurance removes a required procedure on transferring patients with terminal diseases to higher-level hospitals in an effort to ease procedures for patients.

Ho Chi Minh City faces burden of infectious diseases

The Ho Chi Minh City Centre for Disease Control has announced that over recent weeks, the city has recorded a significant increase in cases of hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD), dengue fever, and measles.

Vietnam records 3,000 teenage abortions annually, figures likely higher

The actual number of teenage abortions in Vietnam may be significantly higher due to procedures performed at private clinics.

VN makes progress in treating cancer cases of the elderly

When an elderly person contracts cancer, he or she and his family often give up and let things run their course. However, doctors believe that everyone has a chance to be cured.

Vietnam’s rising childhood obesity rates: experts call for action

Vietnam is seeing a concerning increase in childhood obesity, with rates doubling in the last decade. Experts emphasize the need for better nutrition and regular exercise to combat the growing problem.

When will HCM City have enough radiopharmaceuticals for cancer patients?

Ho Chi Minh City is currently facing a critical shortage of radiopharmaceuticals needed for PET/CT scans, crucial in diagnosing and treating cancer.

Robotic surgery: a new frontier in Việt Nam

Heightened visibility and the robot’s advanced functionality gives surgeons greater confidence during complex and extended surgeries.