Moderate Rice Consumption Might Help Reduce Obesity Rates, New Study Shows
The secret behind Vietnamese and other Asians’ slender figure might lie in the region's rice consumption, a recent study shows.
Mental Health Problems on the Rise for Vietnamese Youth
A recently released report highlighted a rise in mental health issues among Vietnamese youths, with a particular focus on anxiety.
New Strain of Antibiotic-Resistant E. Coli Discovered in Vietnam
Medical researchers have discovered in Vietnam a strain of Escherichia coli (E. coli) that's resistant to carbapenem, a class of highly effective antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections an...
Only 39% of Pet Dogs in Vietnam Are Vaccinated: Animal Health Department
There are 5.4 million dogs registered as pets in 3.5 million households in Vietnam.
Vietnam Tightens Grip on Pharmacies to Curb Antibiotics Abuse
As the risk of antibiotics resistance increases, the Vietnamese government has started to respond.
Micronutrient Deficiencies Mainly to Blame for Stunting Vietnamese Children: Experts
Medical experts believe that malnutrition and micronutrient deficiency are the direct causes of Vietnamese adolescents’ low height.
In Bac Ninh, Over 200 Children Found to Have Tapeworms
According to recent test results, no less than 209 school kids in Bac Ninh were found to be infected with tapeworms, with the children then being rushed to Hanoi for treatment.
Growing Concerns as More Doctors Quit Public Hospitals for Private Sector
If the situation persists, Vietnam's public hospitals could face serious staff shortage in the future.
From March, Vietnam Requires Hospitals to Digitize Medical Records
Health authorities hope that the change will help cut back waiting times, confusion caused by doctors' handwriting and improve the archiving and managing of records.
As Measles Hits 43 Provinces in Vietnam, Officials Warn of Potential Outbreak
The number of measles patients is still on the rise, according to health authorities.
In Vietnam's First Awake Brain Surgery, a Patient Is Conscious and Singing
The patient, a 36-year-old businessman, was awake for two of the surgery's six hours, during which he sang and conversed with doctors to assure the procedure was not damaging areas of his brain needed...
One-Third of Students in Saigon Face Stress, Cyberbullying: Survey
A new survey conducted by Saigon's Department of Education and Training reveals unsettling realities regarding student well-being.
Quang Tri Hospital Saves Man From Methanol Poisoning by Feeding Him 15 Cans of Beer
Alcohol poisoning is a common problem in Vietnam, but this is among the handful of times when beer acted as an antidote, instead of the poison.
Across All Vietnam, Hanoians Expected to Live the Longest
According to the latest official statistics, Hanoi currently boasts the nation's longest life expectancy.
After a Year Without Salary, Saigon Veterinary Department Sees Mass Exodus of Employees
The entire veterinarian staff at the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary has not been paid since the beginning of 2018.
Vietnam To Control Antibiotics Abuse Using E-Government
Will a nationwide portal help reduce antibiotics abuse?
Why a New Grass-Roots Anti-Abortion Campaign Is Generating Hate Online
The campaign, titled "Mẹ Ơi Đừng Giết Con" (Mama! Don't Kill Me), was established early this December by two men, Le Hoang Thach and Le Ha.
Vietnam Launches Major Program to Provide Anti-HIV Pills in 11 Localities
Vietnam has launched a national program to provide anti-HIV pills to high-risk groups in honor of World AIDS Day, which fell on December 1.
Vietnam Welcomes 19,300 New Registered Organ Donors in 2018, Highest in 5 Years
Popular perception of organ donation is changing.
A Saigon Hospital Just Added Scooter Ambulances for Hẻm Emergencies
Will the new initiative help improve the survival rate of patients in Saigon?
