Hanoi launches pilot project to integrate electronic health records into VNeID app
The system allows citizens to conveniently manage their medical histories and provides medical professionals with up-to-date information anytime, anywhere.
22:47, 2024/09/27
Japanese companies recognize vast potential of Vietnam's mom-and-pop sector
Vietnam's mom-and-pop sector has increasingly become a focal point for Japanese companies looking to expand their presence in Southeast Asia.
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.
20:27, 2024/09/20
Health Ministry intensifies inspections of cosmetic sales on e-commerce
As ads for fake beauty products proliferate on social media, Vietnam's Ministry of Health is taking action to protect consumers and crack down on online counterfeit cosmetics.
16:19, 2022/01/27
HCMC keeps Covid-19 vaccine rollout during Tet holiday
The southern metropolis has set the target to achieve full vaccine coverage by the end of February.
09:05, 2022/01/21
PM urges faster Covid-19 spring vaccination campaign
The spring vaccination campaign will be implemented from February 1 to 28 with a view to significantly increasing the Covid-19 vaccination rate.
18:57, 2022/01/19
Vietnam confirms first community cases of Omicron
The Omicron patients are now being quarantined and in stable health condition.
08:50, 2022/01/18
Health departments asked to ensure medicine supply during Tet
Hospitals and disease control centers are tasked with building their own plans to stock up medicines.
20:16, 2022/01/12
PM urges acceleration of Covid-19 vaccination rollout amid Omicron fears
The vaccination campaign for children would be prioritized in areas with persistent outbreaks, undergoing social distancing with high population density or high infection risks.
15:07, 2022/01/08
Three drugs with molnupiravir are licensed to treat Covid-19 patients
Molnupiravir has been used globally to treat mild and asymptomatic Covid-19 patients.
21:00, 2022/01/07
Vietnam’s localities asked to keep Omicron out
Localities need to step up communication work to raise the public awareness of Omicron variant.
15:46, 2022/01/03
Vietnam's first confirmed Omicron patient discharged from Hanoi hospital
The first Omicron patient in Vietnam was put under quarantine for two weeks but did not show any symptoms during the isolation.
12:40, 2021/12/31
Vietnam detects 14 more Omicron-infected patients
The 14 Omicron-infected patients landed at the Da Nang International Airport in central Vietnam on four different flights.
13:56, 2021/12/30
First oral Covid-19 vaccine to be tested in Vietnam
The oral Covid-19 vaccine is expected to improve the vaccination, reduce costs, and minimize undesirable side effects.
16:17, 2021/12/28
Vietnam reports first Omicron Covid-19 patient
The patient has been quarantined and monitored since his arrival in Hanoi.
16:03, 2021/12/27
High-risk groups to get Covid-19 vaccine at home
The Government leader told that no eligible person will be left without full inoculation, especially those in high-risk groups.
18:29, 2021/12/21
Hanoi's students bag four gold medals at Int’l Junior Science Olympiad
The Int’l Junior Science Olympiad is an annual individual and team competition in the natural sciences for fifteen-year-old students.
18:06, 2021/12/15
Hanoi's students bag gold medals at Int’l Olympiad of Metropolises
This is the third time Vietnam has sent a team to the Int’l Olympiad of Metropolises. They brought home one gold and six silver medals.
15:01, 2021/12/10
IFC provides Vietnam with technique to prevent African swine fever
IFC will help Vietnam improve its capacity in terms of legal framework and institution regarding the implementation of biosafety measures and diseases monitoring in pig farming.
18:12, 2021/12/09
Vaccines and drugs - critical role in fight against novel coronavirus
The Prime Minister urges the health sector to vaccinate children aged 5-11.
16:25, 2021/12/07
WHO, UNICEF call on Vietnam to enforce food fortification rules
WHO and UNICEF said only 30% of households in Vietnam consume adequate iodized salt is alarming.
13:08, 2021/11/24
Hanoi confirms over 200 Covid-19 patients for seven consecutive days
Hanoi's coronavirus situation is alarming with an upward trend of new infections. A sharp increase is predicted during the Tet holiday.
11:49, 2021/11/19
Hanoi no longer requires Covid-19 quarantine mandate on returnees from high-risk areas
The capital city demands self-quarantine based on the visitors' vaccination status.
12:29, 2021/11/16
HCMC-based Cho Ray Hospital honored at International Hospital Federation’s awards
Cho Ray Hospital is the first and only hospital in Vietnam to have been recognized as a member of the prestigious organization of International Hospital Federation.