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TV series depicts society in COVID-19 pandemic
The new series of “Nhung Ngay Khong Quen” (Unforgettable Days) will feature life in urban and rural areas during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Vietnamese workers in RoK receive free face masks
Vietnamese workers in the Republic of Korea (RoK) will be given ten face masks each free of charge for use in two weeks amid the spread of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in the country.
Two new COVID-19 cases announced on April 8 morning
The Health Ministry confirmed two new cases of COVID-19 in early morning April 8, taking the total number to 251.
Robot helpers put medical staff at ease
In order to reduce difficulties for medical workers at the moment, lecturers at the Da Nang University of Science and Technology have invented robot helpers to work in hospitals. The use of robots is expected to minimize exposure of medical workers to suspected Covid-19 patients.
People pour money into banks despite interest rate cut
The State Bank of Vietnam has been taking measures to support economic growth, including a 0.25% cut to the ceiling interest rate, prompting many banks to lower their saving rates. Still, many people with idle money are depositing in banks.
Thai House Speaker: AIPA parliamentarians should help others in COVID-19 fight
Speaker of the House of Representatives of Thailand Chuan Leekpai has recently showed his support for Vietnamese National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan’s call for ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA) member states to jointly protect ASEAN against the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ha Nam province holds urgent meeting following new COVID-19 infection
The steering committee for COVID-19 prevention and control of northern Ha Nam province held an urgent meeting on late April 7 after a local man had tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 but authorities haven’t found out exactly where he contracted the coronavirus from.
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Nationwide immunisation drive ramps up amid measles outbreak risk
The Ministry of Health has issued an urgent directive for stricter measles control, as cases continue to rise nationwide, surpassing 2024 figures in the first quarter of 2025.
Autologous stem cell transplant brings new hope to multiple myeloma patient
Autologous stem cell transplant is an advanced treatment method that rapidly restores the patient's hematopoietic system after high-dose chemotherapy, helping to prevent life-threatening complications.
Hanoi invests in new 28 million USD eye hospital
The decision comes amid persistent overcrowding in the city's existing eye hospitals, particularly in public healthcare facilities, which have struggled to meet the growing demand for eye care services.
Health ministry proposes raising State health insurance contribution for students
For university students, which currently number around 2.8 million, the support level will remain at 30%.
Japanese-standard maternity dental clinic opens in HCM City
Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, the clinic specialises in providing advanced dental care for expectant mothers while also addressing future oral health concerns for unborn children.
Over 200 medical staff pledge organ donation in transformative campaign
At the launching ceremony for the campaign at the hospital on March 25, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Tuan Canh, NOH Director underscored organ donation is a symbol of human compassion that transcends life itself, with each donated liver, kidney, cornea or tissue able offer a life-saving opportunity to those teetering on the edge of death.
Japan aids Vietnam’s preparedness for public health emergencies in border provinces
Through the aid, about 2 million people in four border provinces are expected to benefit from awareness campaigns and training for healthcare and veterinary workers.
Vietnam reports record progress in tuberculosis control
Vietnam has recorded an 89% TB treatment success rate, surpassing the global average of 88%. In 2024, over 113,000 TB cases were detected nationwide, marking a 7% increase from the previous year.
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.
Health ministry enhances digital transformation in diagnosis, treatment
Health Minister Dao Hong Lan has recently signed an action plan to implement the Politburo and Government’s resolutions on scientific development, innovation and the national digital transformation.
Ministry of Health receives 500,000 doses of measles vaccine
The Ministry of Health (MoH) has received 500,000 doses of measles vaccine presented by the Vietnam Vaccine JSC (VNVC) to support a nationwide immunisation campaign.
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. The southern region reported the highest number of cases (57%), the central region accounted for 19.2%, the north 15.1%, and the Central Highlands 8.7%.
French pharmaceutical group opens representative office in HCM City
This office plays a key role as a strategic liaison point, capable of conducting in-depth market research and developing new key partnerships in the country.
Hundreds of children with birth defects receive free surgeries in Hue
A team of 13 specialists from Germany, Italy, Austria, and Spain is conducting screenings for hundreds of children and performing over 100 surgeries to correct cleft lip, palate, and other congenital facial defects.
Vietnam strengthens cooperation in measles prevention with int'l partners
Vietnam wishes to receive continued international support, particularly in vaccine provision. It is ready to handle potential outbreaks and also plans to roll out further immunisation campaigns.
HCM City expands free health checks for senior citizens
Seniors are now entitled to get free annual checks at general clinics, medical centres, and grade 2 and grade 1 hospitals, according to the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health.
HCM City’s health sector accelerates digital transformation to enhance services
Hospitals in Ho Chi Minh City have digitised patient records, ensuring that information is securely stored while remaining easily retrievable and transferrable across healthcare facilities.
Vietnam masters organ transplant technology with over 9,300 successful operations
Organ transplantation is a major medical breakthrough for Vietnam, offering life-saving operations and improving the quality of life for patients with end-stage organ failure.
Vietnam sees high demand for organ transplants, but lacks donations
Organ donations from deceased and brain-dead donors remain scarce, while the demand for transplants continues to rise, with the main reason being lack of public awareness and ineffective communication and advocacy efforts.
Vietnam - potential market for Korean medical equipment companies
According to Digital Times, with the healthcare market in Vietnam growing at an impressive average rate of 28% annually from 2018 to 2022, and projected to continue expanding at 10% per year until 2027, the country offers enormous potential.
