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Complications of shingles

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Nerve damage from shingles is not dangerous for healthy individuals, but the elderly, those with weakened immune systems, and transplant recipients can experience complications such as painful skin infections and facial paralysis.

Teenage girls diagnosed with ovarian cysts

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Leaky heart valve follows infective endocarditis

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25-year-old woman suffers stroke after playing fitness video game

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Does uterine fibroid removal affect pregnancy?

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Obesity and kidney stones: are they linked?

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Chiropractic adjustments after spinal surgery

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Chiropractic adjustments can help patients recover more quickly after spinal surgery, according to Dr. Paul D’Alfonso.

Should you put lemon juice in your itchy ear?

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I often have itchy ears. Will putting a few drops of lemon juice in my ear help? (Le Lam, 55, Can Tho)

Three sisters diagnosed with cancer due to inherited gene mutation

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Thu, 43, discovered she had breast cancer, like her two older sisters.

Acute cholecystitis caused by gallstones

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42-year-old Long experienced pain and discomfort in his upper right abdomen, leading doctors to diagnose him with gallstone-induced cholecystitis.

A woman in her seventies stays youthful through her passion for the gym

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Thanks to her passion for the gym, 69-year-old Nguyen Thi Tuyet Mai maintains a youthful physique, resilient health, and reduced ailments.

What to eat and avoid with low blood pressure

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Individuals with low blood pressure should drink plenty of water, consume small amounts of salty foods and coffee, and limit their intake of tomatoes and cooling foods to stabilize their blood pressure.

Why do Vietnamese people have a salty palate?

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The Vietnamese preference for salty food, from dried fish and fermented sauces to dipping sauces, is tied to cultural and historical food preservation practices, but it can be addictive and harmful to health.

Local anesthesia allows woman to finally have endometriosis surgery

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After years of enduring chronic pain from endometriosis and an inability to undergo general anesthesia, a 50-year-old woman successfully underwent a laparoscopic hysterectomy using only local anesthesia.

5 yoga poses for high blood pressure

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The hero pose and easy pose calm the nervous system and reduce stress, while the cobra pose and downward-facing dog pose increase blood flow, thereby naturally lowering blood pressure.

Guilt after massage leads to erectile dysfunction

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A 35-year-old man experienced persistent guilt and anxiety after a "massage with extra services," leading to erectile dysfunction and avoidance of intimacy with his wife.

Dogs and cats are the primary source of rabies in Vietnam

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The Ministry of Health reports that 98% of rabies cases originate from dogs and cats, with 58 rabies deaths recorded in Vietnam during the first 9 months of 2025.

Dual surgery prevents blindness in patient with cataracts and glaucoma

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A 72-year-old man suffering from both cataracts and glaucoma, whose eye pressure couldn't be controlled with three types of medication, underwent a combined surgical procedure to halt disease progression and alleviate pain.

Drug assistance programs alleviate financial burden for Vietnamese patients

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Over 10,000 Vietnamese patients with serious illnesses have accessed advanced treatments through 20 drug assistance programs over the past 5 years, totaling 2.921 trillion VND.

Teenager revives while family prepares funeral

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A 19-year-old, declared brain dead after a traffic accident, unexpectedly moved and coughed as his family prepared his funeral.

Over 230 Vietnamese people die each day from tobacco use

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More than 230 people die each day in Vietnam, nearly 85,000 annually, from tobacco-related illnesses.

Exercises to ease quitting smoking

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Breathing exercises, yoga, walking, and stretching can help relax the body and manage nicotine cravings.

Choosing the right shoes for healthy feet

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Stand upright and have someone measure your feet. Choose shoes that fit your larger foot and leave space at the toes to prevent rubbing.

5 fruits and seeds for headache relief

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Eating bananas along with nuts like almonds provides energy and nutrients that can prevent dehydration, reducing the frequency of headaches.

Vinmec unveils 'made in Vietnam' medical robot

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Vinmec introduced the VinMotion Motion One medical robot and 3D clinical technology at the "Outstanding Achievements in Health and Education" exhibition.

Lee Soo-min sheds 26 kg postpartum with the "switch-on" diet

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Lee Soo-min, daughter of comedian Lee Yong-sik, garnered attention by losing 26 kg four months after giving birth, using a diet rich in protein, intermittent fasting, and gut health optimization.

Antibiotic-resistant probiotic strain discovered

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This microorganism can survive in environments containing broad-spectrum antibiotics and does not pose a risk of transferring antibiotic resistance genes to other bacteria.

The benefits of black sesame seeds

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Black sesame seeds promote healthy skin and hair, may prevent chronic diseases, and aid digestion.

5 fish good for heart health

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People with heart conditions can eat salmon, sardines, mackerel, and other similar fish 2-3 times a week to get omega-3s and vitamin D, which help reduce inflammation and stabilize blood lipids.

7 secrets to Japanese longevity

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Japan's high life expectancy is attributed to a plant-rich diet, physical activity, social connections, a sense of purpose, advanced healthcare, a clean environment, and genetic and epigenetic factors.

5 things to avoid if you have nasal polyps

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Blowing your nose too hard can damage the nasal lining, while picking your nose can cause infections and irritate polyps, leading to recurring symptoms.

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