Bayer helps enhance knowledge of stroke prevention, treatment
The latest updates and best practices in stroke treatment and strategies for preventing the condition were discussed at the Scientific Symposium on Stroke organised by the Ho Chi Minh City Stroke Association.
Vietnamese scientist finds anti-cancer compounds from rice husks
VOV.VN - A research group led by Prof. Dr. Tran Dang Xuan of Hiroshima University has demonstrated that the compound extracted from rice husks has an inhibitory effect on cancer cells and is safe for normal cells.
ENV film warns of health risks from wildlife consumption
The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) has released a film highlighting health risks from dining out at restaurants that sell wildlife meat, and calling on the community not to support such restaurants, thus reducing the risk of extinction among rare animals and protecting the ecosystem.
Bird flu recurs in central Vietnam
VOV.VN - The central province of Quang Ngai has detected and culled a herd of 500 ducks raised in a backyard of a local farmer in Phu Son village of Nghia Ky commune.
US, Vietnam boost healthcare cooperation
VOV.VN - Deputy Secretary Andrea Palm of the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) was in Vietnam this week to meet with CDC Vietnam and CDC Southeast Asia Regional Office staff, US Embassy officials, and partners from the Government of Vietnam.
Vietnamese scientists win Asia Innovation Award
VOV.VN - Two Vietnamese scientists have been honoured at the Hitachi Global Foundation Asia Innovation Award, winning the Best Innovation Award and the Outstanding Innovation Award.
Body of deceased Vietnamese victim repatriated following Seoul stampede
VOV.VN - The body of a Vietnamese girl who died in a stampede in Seoul during October 29 Halloween celebrations was repatriated to Vietnam on November 2 ahead of a funeral at her home.
Mekong Delta preparing for more high tides
The Directorate of Water Resources has asked Mekong Delta localities to take preventative measures to mitigate the impact of high tides coming at the end of this month.
Free IVF treatment programme to help infertile couples in poverty
The My Duc Hospital’s annual charity programme called Uom Mam Hanh Phuc (Nurturing Happiness) in Ho Chi Minh City will begin to accept applications for free IVF treatment on November 8.
Vietnam student claims top prize at Robot Youth maker competition
VOV.VN - Ngo Dinh Gia Bao, an 11th grader at Vietnam National University-Ho Chi Minh City High School for the Gifted, has become the champion of the Robot Youth maker – MyOr competition recently held in Singapore.