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Việt Nam marks milestone in viral hepatitis care at the primary healthcare level

The Ministry of Health announced the first-ever cure of hepatitis C under social health insurance through a domestic programme at a primary healthcare level in Việt Nam.

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HCM City aspires to become healthcare hub in ASEAN by 2030
HCM City plans to establish itself into a healthcare hub within the ASEAN region by 2030, with a focus on enhancing medical services and improving health.
Investment needed for breakthroughs in grassroot healthcare
The Ministry of Health is urgently evaluating grassroots and preventive healthcare needs, with plans to propose necessary investments through 2030.

HCM City policies facilitate investment in healthcare
HCM City is focusing on attracting investment into healthcare, and has unveiled a number of policies to facilitate that.
Understanding postnatal depression
Postnatal depression can affect the joy of motherhood, starting within weeks or up to six months after birth. It's a common condition that impacts about 1 in 10 pregnancies.
Báo cáo khoa học của Bernard Healthcare gây chú ý tại Hội Nghị Ningen Dock 2024
Tại Hội nghị thường niên của Hiệp hội Ningen Dock và Y học Dự phòng Nhật Bản lần thứ 65 vừa diễn ra hồi tháng 9, báo cáo "Chuyển đổi mô hình chăm sóc sức khỏe: Sự ra đời và tác động của Ningen Dock tại Việt Nam" do đại diện Bernard Healthcare trình bày trực tiếp đã thu hút sự quan tâm đặc biệt của giới y học dự phòng Nhật Bản.
Is the HPV vaccine only for young females?
The answer is “No.” - according to Dr Saigo Sugiyamo, an experienced Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Family Medical Practice.

Girl with depression and constipation
Up to the age of 12 Hương she was a lively girl full of energy. However, at 13 her parents noticed that she was often in a depressed mood, avoided friends and often said she was tired and freezing despite the hot weather. She also complained of constant constipation, as well as joint and muscle pain.
HCM City calls for more investment in healthcare projects
HCM City is calling for more investment in its healthcare sector to soon become a medical hub of ASEAN, officials said at a conference on Friday (October 4).
Wound Care Essentials: Understanding, Treating, and Healing
A wound is a disruption of the skin from an external physical aggression, either pressure, traction, burn, punch, cut or friction. In wound care, many medical care practices rely more on tradition than on scientific evidence. Proper cleaning and dressing are essential for faster recovery.
Leipzig to promote healthcare service and education in Đà Nẵng
Trilateral Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) on medical training and healthcare treatment have been inked by Leipzig City, Germany and Hospital No 199 under the ministry of Public Security, and Việt Nam College of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Technology.
Ensuring access to quality healthcare services for the elderly
Seniors must be empowered to actively participate in health and care for themselves, their families and their communities.
Forum discusses innovation in the healthcare sector of Việt Nam
Local and international health experts, policymakers and pharmaceutical firms, discussed innovation in the healthcare sector of Việt Nam at a forum in Hà Nội.
Health ministry to update medical data on VNeID’s electronic health book
The move came after the Ministry of Health issued a pilot guide on integrating the electronic health book on the VNeID - a digital identity and e-signature app.
Ninh Bình health teams battle floods to protect public health
With many homes flooded, the challenge of delivering medical care has been significant, yet these health workers have risen to the occasion, often going beyond the call of duty to ensure that help reaches those in need.
Thailand revolutionises elderly healthcare services with home AI assistants
Thailand’s latest AI-powered Dinsaw robot, the “Home AI Assistance”, is expected to play a crucial role in providing healthcare to the elderly at home, as reported by the local English-language daily online newspaper The Nation.
Boy without BCG vaccination diagnosed with Tuberculosis meningitis.
This story is based on a real patient case, and highlights the importance of being aware of the health risks when traveling to different countries and the significance of vaccinations. It is essential for parents to be informed about the specific health recommendations for each region they visit with their child and to consider additional vaccinations if necessary.
When Is a tonsillectomy necessary?
A tonsillectomy, the surgical removal of the tonsils, is a procedure that many might remember from childhood stories or personal experience. However, the reasons behind this common surgery go beyond mere tales of sore throats.
Seven ways to prevent mosquito bites
Mosquito bites not only make you itchy and annoyed, but can also give you serious diseases such as Dengue, Zika, Japanese encephalitis and Malaria. Know how to protect yourself and your loved ones from mosquito bites.
Digital growth in healthcare raises alarm over cybersecurity risks
As the demand for digital transformation in the healthcare sector intensifies, hospital systems, medical centres and information technology applications used in disease prevention, have increasingly become targets for cyberattacks.
Robotic surgery revolutionises Việt Nam’s healthcare system
Advanced technology is transforming healthcare in Việt Nam, offering cutting-edge treatment options domestically and allowing thousands of patients to undergo successful surgeries without the need to seek care abroad.
Healthcare sector to speed up use of AI for better service
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in medical imaging diagnostics helps doctors reduce working time and allows them to make faster and more accurate decisions, Dr Mai Hồng Sơn from the Military Hospital 108 told the medical conference.

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