healthcare

SAP-VN Provides Mobile Dental Care in Da Nang for the First Time

09:25 | 14/10/2026

A total of 311 disadvantaged adults and children in Thu Bon Commune, Da Nang, have received free dental examinations, consultations and treatment. This marks the first time the US-based Social Assistance Program for Viet Nam (SAP-VN) has conducted a mobile dental care program in Da Nang.

Viet Nam News Today (Oct. 9): Vietnamese PM Le Minh Hung Holds Talks with Lao Counterpart Saleumxay Kommasith

08:06 | 09/10/2026

Viet Nam News Today (Oct. 9): Vietnamese PM Le Minh Hung holds talks with Lao counterpart Saleumxay Kommasith; Vietnam makes active contributions to 63rd Human Rights Council session; Vietnam targets 10%+ GDP growth in 2027, eyes productivity boost, resource efficiency; Austria's int’l healthcare company plans to invest €1.2 billion in Viet Nam.

Children Under 6 to Receive Annual Health Checkups

09:48 | 28/05/2026

Vietnam’s Ministry of Health has issued new “Guidelines on Professional Content for Periodic Health Checkups for Children Under 6 Years Old,” stipulating that children in this age group will receive health examinations at least once a year across multiple medical specialties to help detect physical, mental, and developmental issues early.

Vietnam Backs Global One Health Commitments at Lyon Summit

11:07 | 10/04/2026

At the One Health Summit held from April 5-7 in the city of Lyon, France, international experts assessed Vietnam as one of the leading countries in implementing an interdisciplinary approach to control diseases and protect human, animal, and environmental health.

Can Tho Strengthens Cooperation with France in Education and Healthcare

14:26 | 12/03/2026

Nguyen Thi Ngoc Diep, Vice Chairwoman of the Can Tho People’s Committee, together with leaders of several departments and agencies, met and worked with Etienne Ranaivoson, Consul General of France in Ho Chi Minh City, during his visit and working trip to the locality on March 10.

Developing Healthcare and Education to Boost Vietnam’s Global Standing

13:11 | 21/01/2026

Tran Phuong Lien, Chief Representative of REI (US) in Vietnam, noted that positive progress in healthcare and education is making an important contribution to enhancing Vietnam’s role and credibility on the international stage. A people-centered development approach not only improves quality of life at home, but also increases Vietnam’s attractiveness in international cooperation.

Vietnam, Denmark Launch Phase 3 of Health Cooperation Program

14:44 | 25/06/2025

On June 23, Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Health Nguyen Thi Lien Huong and Dr. Jonas Egebart, Director General of the Danish Health Authority, held an official meeting marking the launch of Phase 3 of the Vietnam-Denmark health partnership. The event reaffirmed the two countries’ shared commitment to promoting healthy lives and well-being for all people.

ORBIS, Central Eye Hospital Fight Blindness in Vietnam

10:11 | 20/03/2025

A cooperation program is expected to bring practical results to improve the ophthalmological treatment capacity of the Central Eye Hospital.

Vietnam's Strong Potential in Developing and Innovating Veterinary Vaccines

11:15 | 30/12/2024

Amid the rapid expansion of Vietnam's livestock industry in both scale and quantity, disease prevention through vaccination not only helps minimize economic losses but also plays a vital role in reducing antibiotic use. This, in turn, mitigates the risk of antimicrobial resistance—a pressing issue in global human and veterinary medicine.

Denmark Helps Thai Binh Enhance Primary Health Care

13:33 | 10/12/2024

Denmark and Vietnam have a shared mission to strengthen Vietnam’s primary healthcare system. Implemented on a trial basis in Thai Binh, the cooperative relations aim to ensure equal access to health services and tackle the growing challenge of non-communicable diseases.

MCNV Supports Improving Home-based Care Services for Persons with Disabilities

08:52 | 08/12/2024

MCNV and partners enhance comprehensive skills in providing home-based care for persons with disabilities.

300 Gift Packages to Protect Eye Health for Students in Hoa Binh

09:14 | 26/11/2024

The event highlighted the collective effort to support children’s well-being and education, underscoring the belief that nurturing health and spirit is essential for their future success.

Vietnam, Czech Republic Join Forces on Health and Green Tech

22:59 | 19/08/2024

The Vietnamese Ambassador to the Czech Republic suggested that officials in Cheb city, Czech Republic, explore the potential for collaboration with Vietnam in the fields of labor, vocational training, especially for nursing and healthcare staff, and other areas of shared concern.

Saving Newborn Lives with Neonatal Resuscitation Training Centers

09:05 | 21/06/2024

Vietnam has the first two European standard neonatal resuscitation training centers.

Vietnam News Today (May 15): Vietnam, Iran Boost Cooperation in Law Enforcement

09:22 | 15/05/2024

Vietnam News Today (May 15): HCM City, RoK province enhance trade links; Vietnam, Iran boost cooperation in law enforcement ; Vietnam guarantees the right to public healthcare for its people; Vietnam, Thailand top seeded ahead of ASEAN football tournament.

Cuba Works With Vietnam to Further Develop Health Sector

12:07 | 18/01/2024

Ariadne Feo Labrada, consul general of Cuba in Ho Chi Minh City, shared about the two countries' cooperation in the field of health at the meeting to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the National Day of the Republic of Cuba (January 1, 1959-January 1, 2024) organized by Ho Chi Minh City Union of Friendship Organizations on January 15.

Vietnam Leads Asia-Pacific in HIV Pre-exposure Prophylaxis

10:18 | 12/01/2024

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) in Vietnam officially started in 2020, and just after three years, the cumulative number of PrEP clients has already reached 67,000, with 51,000 clients on PrEP as of 2022.

Cuba Supports Ho Chi Minh City in Family Doctor Model

09:55 | 08/01/2024

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health on January 5 organized the seminar "Learn about the family doctor model of the Republic of Cuba." The workshop aims to learn from the successful medical model in Cuba, from which Ho Chi Minh City will make creative changes, consistent with the actual situation of the existing grassroots medical system.

Another 1,000 Disadvantaged Children in Ho Chi Minh City Receive Free Health Checks,

17:00 | 22/11/2023

On Nov. 18-19, Ho Chi Minh City's Youth Union, District 8 Youth Union, and the city Children's Hospital coordinated with VinaCapital Foundation to provide a free health examination for more than 1,000 disadvantaged children in District 8.

Strengthening Medical Cooperation Between France And Vietnam in New Era

12:19 | 11/11/2023

The French-Vietnamese Medical Conference is an event to exchange experiences and ideas, share good practices and especially innovations in the field of health care, opening up prospects for cooperation between the two countries.

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