Confirming incorrect Information about the first case of Ebola in Vietnam
17:22, 2014/08/12
The ministry has also collaborated closely with the World Health Organisation (WHO) to update media agencies on the developments of the epidemic globally.
The information about the first case of the Ebola virus in Vietnam that has caused a growing panic in the community over the past few days is incorrect, said Deputy Minister of Health Tran Dac Phu at a press briefing in Hanoi on August 12.
However, he did not rule out the possibility that travellers, workers and students from epidemic-hit areas in Africa may bring the deadly virus to Vietnam.
Phu said the Ministry of Health has worked closely with relevant ministries and agencies to closely monitor visitors entering Vietnam at all border gates, and in the community to early detect and quarantine suspect cases for treatment.
At the press briefing, Masaya Kato, a WHO expert, said there is a low risk of the disease in Vietnam as the deadly virus is transmitted through direct or indirect contact with infected humans and animals.
Vietnam has to date reported no cases of infection and therefore the risk of the disease spreading across the community is rather low, said Kato.
By August 12 as many as 1,848 people infected with the Ebola virus have been confirmed, including 1,013 deaths. Most of the infections and deaths are reported in the four West African nations: Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone.
Phu said the Ministry of Health has worked closely with relevant ministries and agencies to closely monitor visitors entering Vietnam at all border gates, and in the community to early detect and quarantine suspect cases for treatment.
At the press briefing, Masaya Kato, a WHO expert, said there is a low risk of the disease in Vietnam as the deadly virus is transmitted through direct or indirect contact with infected humans and animals.
Vietnam has to date reported no cases of infection and therefore the risk of the disease spreading across the community is rather low, said Kato.
By August 12 as many as 1,848 people infected with the Ebola virus have been confirmed, including 1,013 deaths. Most of the infections and deaths are reported in the four West African nations: Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone.
14:34, 2024/09/19
Hanoi works on cleanup, disease prevention after Typhoon Yagi
The city's medical units advice the community on the use of clean water, food safety, and environmental hygiene.
15:46, 2024/09/18
Most schools in Hanoi reopen after Typhoon Yagi
Schools in Hanoi have taken urgent action to deal with the aftermath of Typhoon Yagi, cleaning up and ensuring the safety of their premises so that students can return.
12:27, 2024/09/07
Hanoi schools closed due to super typhoon Yagi
All students are advised to stay indoors this Saturday due to the large radius of the super typhoon's path.
09:26, 2024/09/05
Hanoi drums up new school year 2024-2025
Flags and flowers are on stages, in schools, and on the streets to welcome schoolchildren.
22:18, 2024/08/28
Hanoi leads the country in student number
The number of school-age children in the capital city is growing faster and faster.
18:12, 2024/08/27
Local authorities seek better management of school buses
Riding the school bus to class is a convenient option for many families, but there are risks associated with this service that officials are addressing.
- International students in Vietnam hit nine-year high
- Prime Minister pledges to promote education in new school year
- Snoring and mouth opening/breathing during sleep can be signs of severe sleep apnea
- Hanoi introduces electronic student records in secondary education
- Hanoi, central provinces hold events to raise awareness of drowning prevention
- Following dreams vs following plans: A personal reflection