Vietnam Ranks 153rd in Global Height Statistics
Vietnam ranks 153rd out of 201 countries worldwide in terms of average height and experts caution that vitamin D deficiency among Vietnamese children remains widespread, …
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Vietnam Health Ministry Seeks to Boost Transfer of Innovative Drugs
The Vietnamese Ministry of Health has proposed a policy to encourage the transfer of new and innovative drugs to enhance patient opportunities, said Mr. Vu …
Vietnam Records over 100,000 Premature Births Annually
Each year, Vietnam sees over 100,000 premature births, contributing significantly to the burden of illness and mortality in children, according to the latest information announced …
Switzerland, WB Sign $5M Deal to Boost Climate Adaptation in Vietnam
On November 4, Switzerland and the World Bank (WB) signed a $5 million agreement to mark a commitment to aid major Vietnamese cities in pursuing …
Disbursement for New-style Rural Area Development on Track
More than VND9.66 trillion ($308.46 million) from the central budget has been allocated to Vietnam’s localities this year to implement the 2021-2025 national target program …
Hanoi's air quality ranked second-worst globally by IQAir on Nov 1
Hanoi recorded the second most polluted air quality globally on November 1, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 210, following India’s Delhi with an …
Vietnam's Cure Rates for Some Cancer Types Comparable to Developed Nations
Vietnam’s cancer cure rates for some types are on par with advanced countries, said Deputy Minister of Health Prof. Dr. Tran Van Thuan at a …
20% of School-Age Children in Vietnam Face Rising Anxiety Disorders
As many as 20% of school-age children are currently experiencing anxiety disorders, said Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Thanh Nam, deputy rector of the University of …
Vietnam Sees Rising Stroke Rates among Young Patients
The incidence of stroke patients in Vietnam is rising and affecting young individuals, officials shared during an online meeting in Hanoi on October 29 between …
Vietnam Ministry Plans New Research on Risks of Emerging Tobacco Products
The Vietnamese Ministry of Health will further investigate the effects of new tobacco products in 2024 and implement measures to curb their usage, announced Deputy …