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Ministry of Health investigates assault on female doctor in Gia Lai

After a physician was attacked by a patient’s relative, authorities are taking steps to enhance security and ensure accountability.

Vietnam investigates deadly fruit wine poisoning that hospitalized six tourists

One tourist has died and five others were hospitalized after consuming fruit wine suspected to be contaminated with methanol. Authorities are tracing its source.

Four hospitalized with parasitic meningitis after eating rabbit blood pudding

Patients in Dak Lak suffer serious infections after consuming raw rabbit dishes, prompting warnings from health officials.

Woman blinded by steel ball from slingshot while walking down the street

A 27-year-old lost her left eye after being struck by a stray steel projectile; doctors warn of the growing danger of slingshots among youth.

Guinea worm resurfaces in Vietnam after WHO certification, affects only men

Though once declared eliminated, the parasitic guinea worm has reappeared in Vietnam, linked to raw food habits and posing serious health risks.

Young people damage their cervical spine from smartphone overuse

The use of smartphones for a long time has led to "tech neck", causing a hunched cervical spine and even spinal cord damage.

Over 2,500 Vietnamese women die from cervical cancer each year

The Ministry of Health has announced plans to include HPV vaccination in the national immunization program as cases continue to rise.

Vietnam ramps up emergency measures as severe measles cases surge

The Ministry of Health has issued an urgent directive requiring hospitals to prepare emergency and isolation measures as severe measles cases surge in the first three months of 2025.

Many beauty service facilities in Vietnam are unlicensed: ministry

Minister of Health Dao Hong Lan acknowledged that many unlicensed aesthetic facilities operate illegally and are disguised as beauty salons, skincare centers, hair salons, aesthetic clinics, or spas.

Vietnam's lung cancer crisis: Most cases found too late

Experts stress the importance of screening to reduce the high mortality rate from lung cancer.

$152 million boost for student health insurance proposed in Vietnam

The Ministry of Health seeks to increase financial support for health insurance contributions among high school students, easing the financial burden on families.

Miracle for mother who took comatose son 100km to hospital with empty purse

Nguyen Thi Thuy took her stroke-stricken son from Bac Lieu to Can Tho recently for emergency treatment with the only belief that “my son will be saved” despite having no money in her pocket.

Celebrity-endorsed Kera gummies face product recall over safety violations

Ho Chi Minh City Food Safety Department orders recall of Kera vegetable gummies for incorrect labeling and false nutritional information.

Tuberculosis kills over 11,000 Vietnamese annually, health experts urge action

Despite high treatment success rates, TB remains a significant health challenge in Vietnam, demanding stronger prevention efforts.

Health experts call for reforms to sustain organ donation

In the past three years, Vietnam has consistently recorded over 1,000 successful transplants annually – the highest in the region.

Bringing AI to healthcare: Dr. Pham Huy Hieu’s journey of innovation and impact

The 33-year-old scientist shares his vision for affordable and scalable medical technology.

Organ donation from brain-dead donor saves seven patients in Vietnam

The organs of T.H.N. (44 years old, from Dak Lak Province) have given a new lease on life to seven patients in Ho Chi Minh City and Hue.

8-year-old’s innocent play leads to father’s testicular rupture

A 51-year-old man in Ho Chi Minh City was rushed into emergency surgery after suffering a ruptured testicle when his 8-year-old son unintentionally struck his groin with a wooden toy while he was sleeping.

PM releases instructions as measles cases increase

Vietnam has recorded nearly 40,000 suspected measles cases and five measles-related deaths since the beginning of this year.

HCM City health officials debunk blood filtration claims for stroke prevention

Medical experts confirm there is no scientific basis for using blood filtration to prevent strokes or remove toxins, urging compliance with Vietnam’s healthcare regulations.