Việt Nam, the US celebrate progress on partnership addressing war legacies Over the past year, 1,134 cubic metres of dioxin-contaminated sediment were removed from a lake in a Biên Hoà City public park, according to officials speaking at an event held to celebrate initial dioxin-remediation results in the Biên Hòa Airbase area, highlighting the US and Việt Nam’s commitment toward resolving war legacies.

City strengthens HIV prevention efforts, hopes to end transmission by 2030 HCM City will continue to strengthen HIV preventive efforts with tests for early detection and treatment among high- risk groups to help achieve the national goal of eradicating the spread of the disease by 2030.

Cold weather raises the risks of stroke, say doctors

The cold weather which has hit the northern region with temperatures of 8 to 10 Celsius degree has reportedly been accompanied by a surge in the number of people suffering from strokes.

PM orders intensifying air quality control measures Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc has asked ministries and People’s Committees of centrally-run cities and provinces to step up the implementation of programmes and tasks to improve air quality control.

Lack of post-stroke rehabilitation facilities affects patient recovery

A shortage of stroke rehabilitation facilities nationwide is affecting recovery for many patients, doctors have said.  

Accidents relating to home-made firecracker on the rise

As the number people injured by firecracker increases, doctors are warning people of the danger of 'home-made' fireworks - particularly children.

Authorities urge pandemic prevention to ensure peaceful Tết

The COVID-19 pandemic has been well controlled in Việt Nam, but risks of an outbreak are still present, especially with the Tết (Lunar New Year) holiday approaching, leading experts to warn that people need to strictly abide by preventive regulations.

Health ministry, VMA sign partnership agreement on breast cancer treatment in VN

Ministry of Health and Vietnam Medical Association will work together in improving access to innovative therapies for high-risk breast cancer patients in Việt Nam during period 2020 –25 as part of a Memorandum of Understanding signed on Tuesday.

Coach Hải, a lifetime dedicated to football The 2020 Fair Play Awards will be announced tomorrow in HCM City to honour sportsmanship, honesty and fair play over the last year.

Military doctor aids impoverished people in Central Highlands

Doctor Linh came to the small military health clinic in Ea Súp District of the Central Highlands province of Đăk Lắk only two years ago but local residents all know him well and love him dearly.