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Expanding the 'door of hope' for children with cancer

Huế Central Hospital’s radiation therapy quality is on par with neighbouring countries like Thailand and Singapore. Its treatment protocols align with those agreed upon in the Asia-Pacific region.

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Tam Anh General Hospital joins global effort to advance cancer treatment with VISTA-1 clinical trial
Tam Anh General Hospital and Tam Anh Research Institute (TAMRI) are launching the VISTA-1 project to test the oral immunotherapy drug RBS2418, positioning Vietnam as a key participant in the global fight against terminal cancer.
500 healthcare professionals discuss cancer and osteoporosis care in VN
Non-communicable diseases, including cancers such as lung, liver, and breast cancer, account for 77 per cent of total deaths in Việt Nam. This makes the need for effective and affordable cancer treatments even more pressing, according to healthcare professionals at the Sandoz Specialty Summit 2024.

'Bright Tomorrow' Fund brings hope and belief to cancer patients
Minister Lan informed that in recent years, the cancer sector in Việt Nam had made remarkable progress, contributing to the cause of protecting, caring for and improving the people's health.
'Dream Hair Station' brings faith and hope to children with cancer
A total of 303 sets of hair were donated by kind-hearted people during the third Hair Donation Festival, named 'Dream Hair Station'.
Hoàn Mỹ Medical Group launches breast cancer screening to support community health
Hoàn Mỹ Medical Group, the leading private healthcare network in Việt Nam, has launched a cancer screening programme for women across its hospitals and clinics. The programme aims to enhance access to breast cancer screening and empower women to improve their health.
Vietnam Women Union and Novartis Vietnam join forces to enhance breast cancer awareness
The Vietnam Women’s Union (VWU) and Novartis Vietnam announced their partnership in the programme 'Raising awareness and enhancing support for women in the prevention and control of breast cancer in Việt Nam' on October 30.

Conference discusses multimodal cancer treatment and hospital management in the digital era
Local and international health experts have discussed measures to improve the quality of cancer prevention and control in Việt Nam at an international conference on oncology in Hà Nội on October 31.
Breast cancer awareness campaign launched
A breast cancer awareness campaign called 'Joining Hands for the Woman I Love 2024' was launched on Wednesday in Hà Nội.
Health ministry proposes 100% insurance coverage for cancer, strokes under new amendments
The Ministry of Health (MoH) has unveiled a proposal in its latest draft amendment to the Law on Health Insurance (HI) that would provide 100 per cent coverage for patients diagnosed with rare and serious illnesses, including cancer, stroke and paralysis.
Expanding access to essential medications for insured patients
The Ministry of Health has pledged to continue its efforts to expand the range of covered treatments and enhance the quality of care for patients.
Bright Future Fund, AstraZeneca Vietnam continue to advance comprehensive healthcare for cancer patients in VN
The collaboration contributes to achieving healthcare equity and aims to eliminate cancer as a leading cause of death in Việt Nam.
Conference promotes sharing experiences in lung cancer research practices in Việt Nam
More than 100 domestic and international health experts exchanged experiences of cancer treatment, especially lung cancer, at the recent national research conference in Hà Nội.
Cancer hospital to get new site with high-tech cancer treatment
The Hà Nội administration has granted preliminary approval for the fourth branch of the National Cancer Hospital (K hospital) to be located on an 8.6-hectare site, nearly one and a half times larger than the hospital’s third one.
Vietnamese doctors successfully treat foreign surgeon with rectal cancer
Receiving advice from Indonesian colleagues who had previously participated in training courses at the HCM City hospital, the Indonesian patient decided to go to Việt Nam in February for surgery.
National Institute for Cancer Control introduces product supporting cancer patients
Following successful research results, the project has resulted in an actual product, K1Fucoidan, which could help boost immunity
K Hospital, AstraZeneca Vietnam collaborate to enhance cancer research and treatment in VN
K (Cancer) Hospital and AstraZeneca Vietnam signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a focus on promoting research and development and improving cancer treatment quality in Việt Nam.
Clinical research contributes to the development of new cancer treatment methods
The Ministry of Health has always regarded the promotion of scientific research and the development of new products as one of its top priorities.
Rising cancer rates concern people in VN amid healthcare inflation
In Việt Nam, stomach cancer ranks among the top five most common cancers, alongside liver, lung, breast and colorectal cancers.
JICA support to help upgrade medical equipment at Việt Nam's leading cancer hospital
The aid, worth JPY1.83 billion (US$ 11.66 million), will be used by the hospital to buy devices such as PET/CT systems, MRI machines, CT scanners, X-ray machines and PACS image storage and transmission systems.
Seminar shares targeted therapy for breast, prostate cancer treatment
Experts shared new targeted therapy for breast and prostate cancer treatment at a recent scientific seminar in Hà Nội.
Việt Nam has high mortality rate from cancer due to late detection
According to the Global Cancer Observatory (GLOBOCAN) statistics for 2022, Việt Nam has approximately 180,400 new cancer cases and over 120,000 cancer-related deaths each year.

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