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Drug use among men having sex with men increases risk for HIV infection

MSM are expected to be the primary risk group for Việt Nam’s HIV epidemic. Over 40 percent of total new HIV infections every year in Việt Nam are among MSM.

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Many areas in the Cửu Long Delta at risk of flooding
In early November, many areas in Cần Thơ city and the provinces of Vĩnh Long, Cà Mau, Bạc Liêu, Sóc Trăng, and Hậu Giang will be facing a high risk of flooding.
Silent epidemic: teenagers at risk of STIs
With easier access to explicit content on social media and the internet, adolescents are becoming sexually active earlier, but often lack the necessary information for safe practices.

HCM City adopts Singapore’s expertise in urban tree risk assessment
HCM City is adopting Singapore’s expertise in urban tree risk assessment and management to improve safety measures related to falling trees, especially following recent deadly incidents.
Việt Nam observes International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction
The 2024 International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction highlights the role of education in protecting and empowering youth for a disaster-free future.
Cashew industry faces risk of trade deficit
Cashew nuts are one of the exports which have created a large market for Vietnam, however, the industry faces the risk of trade deficit due to higher raw material prices.
Reforestation, early zoning of landslide risk areas to adapt to natural disasters
To mitigate and adapt to natural disasters such as storms and floods, it is crucial for localities to restore forest ecosystems and identify landslide-prone areas to give early warnings and take preventive action.

Vietnam's agricultural advantage edge at risk due to lack of deep processing
Vietnam has emerged as one of the top ten global exporters of agricultural and food products. However, despite growing demand, businesses are struggling to meet orders due to limitations in deep processing technology and infrastructure.
Red River floods exceed Alert Level 2, disaster risk elevated in Hà Nội
The water levels have been rising rapidly, with the Red River in Hà Nội reaching 10.54 metres at midnight, just 0.04 metres above Alert Level 2. The centre has forecast that the water level will continue to climb throughout the day.
Red River floods exceed warning level 2, disaster risk elevated in Hà Nội
The water levels have been rising rapidly, with the Red River in Hà Nội reaching 10.54 metres at midnight, just 0.04 metres above warning level 2. The centre has forecast that the water level will continue to climb throughout the day.
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.
Cybersecurity risk grips Việt Nam as compromised accounts surge
The number of compromised accounts has skyrocketed in recent years, with a staggering 31-fold increase in 2023 compared to 2020.
Unregulated durian cultivation: gamble for farmers, threat to market stability
Unregulated durian cultivation, defying recommendations from agricultural authorities and disregarding zoning regulations is rampant across many regions in VN.
VNR proposes allocating $50.7m for urgent reinforcement of high-risk railway works
These crucial projects will be part of the mid-term public investment capital plan for the railways for 2026-2030.
High-risk earthquake areas need response plans
Since the beginning of the year Việt Nam has experienced 135 earthquakes, but all were minor earthquakes with magnitudes ranging from 2.5 to 4.1.
Summer sees increased risk of injuries for children
Common accidents during the summer include burns from electricity, fuel and chemical burns, drownings, bee stings, snake bites and traffic accidents.
Volatility in cashew prices raises supply chain breakage risk
VINACAS warned that African raw cashew exporters have been defaulting on contracts due to significant price fluctuations over the past month.
Landslides near underground tunnels poses risk for North-South train line
The North-South railway, spanning from Quảng Bình province to Khánh Hòa province, includes 27 tunnels constructed nearly a century ago (between 1926 and 1936) under the standards and technology of that time. These tunnels, lined with concrete or stone, have deteriorated significantly, exhibiting cracks and water leaks that pose safety risks to train operations.
HCM City warns of measles risk in community
The HCM City Department of Health (DoH) has recorded two cases of measles in babies from Bình Tân District.
Old Hue heritage street at risk of disappearing
There is a risk of overload in registration centres nationwide: Việt Nam Register
Motor vehicle registration centres nationwide could be at risk of overload due to an increase in the number of car drivers needing an inspection along with upcoming trials of inspectors accused of registration violations, said the Việt Nam Register (VR).
HCM City power consumption up 12 per cent in April poses risk of shortages
City authorities have ordered agencies and districts to effectively implement energy-saving measures to ensure power supply in the coming summer season.

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