Tag: Ministry of Health
Vietnam officially eliminates trachoma as public health issue
The Ministry of Health on April 14, held a ceremony in Hanoi to announce that Vietnam has officially eliminated trachoma, one of the leading preventable causes of blindness – as a public health problem.
Measles vaccination campaign reaches over 95% coverage nationwide
VOV.VN - On April 4, the Department of Preventive Medicine under the Ministry of Health reported that 53 out of 54 provinces and cities nationwide had conducted the measles vaccination campaign, vaccinating 762,320 out of 800,719 target individuals, achieving 95.2% coverage and meeting the campaign goal.
Malaria cases in Vietnam down 20% in 2024
A total of 353 malaria cases were reported in Vietnam in 2024, marking a year-on-year decrease of 21%, according to the Ministry of Health.
Ministry of Health ensures adequate flu medication supply
VOV.VN - The Drug Administration of Vietnam under the Ministry of Health has issued Official Dispatch No. 414, calling for measures to ensure the sufficient supply of flu medication.
Health Ministry proposes new law on disease prevention
VOV.VN - The Ministry of Health (MoH) has proposed formulating a law on disease prevention to address existing limitations, particularly the growing burden of non-communicable diseases, which account for 70% of deaths nationwide.
Health ministry seeks feedback in preparation for 2025 e-cigarette ban
The Ministry of Health’s Department of Legal Affairs held a workshop in Hanoi on December 25 to provide information about a plan to implement the National Assembly (NA)'s resolution involving the ban of e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products.
Ministry proposes adding dengue vaccine in expanded immunisation programme
The Ministry of Health (MoH) is considering including a dengue vaccine in the expanded immunisation programme, offering it free of charge to the public.
Experts warn of aging population, difficulties in caregiving
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has predicted that by 2038 there will be one person aged over 60 for every five people in Vietnam.
Health Ministry warns of possible spreading of pertussis and measles
VOV.VN - The Ministry of Health has issued warnings regarding measles and pertussis outbreaks, with the number of cases increasing rapidly in several cities and provinces nationwide.
PM Chinh launches organ and tissue donation campaign
VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on May 19 launched a campaign calling for organ and tissue donation to save people's lives, with the participation of leaders and former leaders from the Ministry of Health, alongside representatives from ministries, agencies and localities.
