UNFPA’s work in Vietnam is centred on ensuring that every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person’s potential is fulfilled, said UNFPA Representative in Vietnam Matt Jackson.

Doctors at Tu Du Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City have successfully saved a newborn in an exceptionally rare medical case, in which the birth of the second twin was delayed by eight weeks after the first twin was lost mid-pregnancy.

With adolescent pregnancy remaining a pressing social issue in Vietnam, the country is implementing a series of activities under the theme “No teenage pregnancy-for your future and happiness” to raise awareness among young people about responsible sexual behaviour, in response to World Contraception Day (September 26).

To mark the World Health Day (April 7), the World Health Organisation (WHO) in Vietnam has called for accelerated action to ensure that every mother and newborn receives the quality care they deserve.

VOV.VN - Thanh Nhan Hospital in Hanoi is now offering COVID-19 vaccines to more than 1,000 pregnant women from their 13th week of pregnancy.