Over 795,000 COVID-hit workers eligible for assistance

The Vietnam Social Security (VSS) system has confirmed the list of over 795,000 workers from more than 29,300 employers who are eligible for financial support in 62 out of 63 cities and provinces under a Government resolution and the Prime Minister's decision on policies supporting employees and employers affected by the coronavirus.

HCM City to spend $351.2 mil on social relief

HCM City has proposed spending nearly VNĐ8 trillion (US$351.2 million) to support people in need for two months to help them overcome COVID-19-related difficulties, Phan Văn Mãi, chairman of the city People’s Committee, has said.

Exercise away the COVID blues

Being treated for COVID doesn’t mean you should just lie on a bed and taking medicine all day. Patients at a field hospital in HCM City are encouraged to go outdoors and exercise twice a day. Doctors say it is not only good for patient’s physical health but also helps cheer them up and contributes a great deal to the treatment process.

Wild plant cures hangovers and more

Phan Trung Kiên, an agricultural engineer in a small village in the Hà Nội suburbs, has always known that his local herb cà gai leo was more than just a regular wild plant.

A-maze-ing system helps keep drivers safe

Providing basic necessities for 21,000 people in this area is a huge challenge for local authorities. And it’s also a challenge for delivery drivers, who while providing a valuable service, must do so in a safe way and stick to social distancing regulations.

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