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More than 30,900 Vietnamese vaccinated against COVID-19
No new case of COVID-19 was reported in the past 12 hours to 6am March 20, while more than 30,900 people have received shots of COVID-19 vaccines, according to the Health Ministry.
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Vietnamese citizens hit by pandemic in Cambodia receive support
Vietnamese expatriates in Cambodia’s Kandal and Prey Veng, who are facing tough challenges during COVID-19 quarantine, received food assistance from the Vietnamese Embassy and Khmer-Vietnam Association in the host country on March 19 and 20.
Vietnam records no new COVID-19 in March 21 afternoon
Vietnam had no new COVID-19 cases to report in the past 12 hours to 6pm March 21, according to the Health Ministry.
No new COVID-19 cases reported on March 22 morning
Vietnam saw no new COVID-19 case in the past 12 hours to 6am of March 22, keeping the national count at 2,572, including 2,198 recoveries, according to the Health Ministry.
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14th National Party Congress: Hanoi’s health sector ready to respond to all situations
Ensuring medical security, disease prevention and control, food safety, environmental hygiene, and readiness to handle all medical contingencies is among the key tasks directly contributing to the success of the 14th National Party Congress.
Party leader attends groundbreaking ceremony for Hanoi Medical University elderly health care complex
The Hanoi Medical University Elderly Health Care - Medical Complex is designed as a multi-functional integrated hub combining high-quality medical services, education and clinical training, scientific research, technology transfer and comprehensive elderly care, forming a synchronised healthcare–education–research ecosystem.
Strategic roadmap for healthier future
As Vietnam’s population ages rapidly, Dr Angela Pratt, WHO Representative in Vietnam, identified two strategic priorities: strengthening primary healthcare and developing a formal long-term care system. These measures are essential not only for healthy ageing, but also as long-term investments with wide-ranging socio-economic returns.
More than 300 medical staff assigned to serve 14th National Party Congress
Deputy Minister of Health Tran Van Thuan called on experts and healthcare workers to uphold a strong sense of responsibility, professionalism and expertise to ensure that medical services for the 14th National Party Congress are delivered safely, effectively and with the highest level of care.
Tu Du Hospital saves newborn in extremely rare twin pregnancy case
The eight-week delay far exceeded expectations and highlights the hospital’s high level of expertise and strong multidisciplinary coordination in managing rare, high-risk obstetric cases, giving fragile lives a precious chance from the very beginning.
Female health care worker donates organs, giving five lives a new lease on life
The 108 Military Central Hospital, on January 12, announced that it had successfully performed a multi-organ transplant from a brain-dead donor, a health care worker.
Drill held to ensure medical support for upcoming 14th National Party Congress
Medical teams will participate in a full rehearsal at the National Convention Centre on January 13 to finalise all preparations ahead of the 14th National Party Congress, which will take place from January 19 to 25.
Red Sunday blood donation campaign kicks off in Hanoi
The Red Sunday campaign has mobilised hundreds of thousands of blood units, making a significant contribution to reducing blood shortages during the Lunar New Year (Tet) Festival.
Leading medical experts review healthcare preparations for 14th National Party Congress
Participating experts underscored that smooth communication and close coordination among medical forces are a decisive factor in efficient emergency response.
Health ministry maps out three phases for hospital fee exemption
Health insurance participants from near-poor households and those aged 75 and above who are receiving social pension allowances will be entitled to 100% coverage of medical examination and treatment costs within the scope of health insurance benefits.
Hanoi aims for modern healthcare system
Hanoi's health sector will continue to expand the comprehensive use of digital technology in professional practices to improve management efficiency and service quality, aiming to develop a modern, transparent, and people-centred healthcare system.
Two brain-dead donors give new life to 13 patients through organ donation
Most recently, University Medical Centre HCM City successfully performed two simultaneous transplants, a heart and a liver, using organs donated from a brain-dead patient at People’s Hospital 115.
Duc Giang hospital, Vietnam Post pilot UAV application for medical transport
This is Vietnam’s first pilot initiative combining postal services with low-altitude aviation technology for healthcare purposes, highlighting Vietnam Post’s pioneering role in organising and operating innovative technological solutions in service of the community.
3.37 billion USD earmarked for public health care, population quality improvement
The programme’s overarching goal is to ensure that all people receive primary healthcare management and early, preventive care delivered close to home, thereby reducing disease burden; to increase the total fertility rate and strive for a balanced sex ratio at birth; to adapt to population ageing while improving population quality; to improve care for vulnerable groups; and to contribute to improvements in physical and mental health, stature, life expectancy and overall quality of life, towards building a healthier Vietnam.
Vietnam ranks 4th in health self-care readiness
Self-care is an essential component of primary healthcare, with WHO defining it as the ability of individuals, families, and communities to promote and maintain health, prevent disease, and cope with illness with or without the support of healthcare professionals.
Proton therapy, an alternative method for cancer patients
In recent years, Vietnam's Ministry of Health has held numerous meetings with relevant units to assess the progress in developing proton therapy centres in the country. The project for establishing proton therapy centres is set to commence preparations in 2025 and aims for completion between 2026 and 2030.
First hospital in Mekong Delta earns US AACI accreditation
Nam Can Tho University Hospital on December 15 hosted a ceremony to announce its accreditation by the American Accreditation Commission International (AACI), a US-based body, becoming the first facility in the Mekong Delta and among a select few in Vietnam to earn the distinction.
Vietnam proactively takes polio prevention measures amid outbreak in Laos
The meeting took place following an assessment by the World Health Organisation (WHO) warning that Vietnam is facing a very high risk of polio import and re-emergence. The risk arises after neighbouring Laos officially declared a polio outbreak on October 7, following the detection of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus type 1 (cVDPV1).
National target programme on health prioritises most vulnerable groups
The National Assembly on December 11 adopted a resolution on the National Target Programme on Healthcare, Population, and Development for the 2026–2035 period, marking a significant step in Vietnam’s long-term commitment to improving public health and population quality.
WHO welcomes Vietnam’s strong stance on banned e-cigarettes, heated tobacco products
WHO Representative in Vietnam Dr Angela Pratt said, “WHO is delighted with the decision to include e-cigarettes and HTPs in the list of banned enterprises under the Investment Law, without exceptions. This is crucial for upholding the National Assembly’s ban on these products – Resolution 173.”
