Placing the screen too close, working continuously without breaks, infrequent blinking, or wearing incorrect prescription glasses are common habits that quickly lead to eye strain when using a computer.

Toan, 70, with nearly 20 years of diabetes, high blood pressure, and kidney failure, developed a small foot wound that swelled, became necrotic, and required toe amputation.

Significant hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can slow metabolism, increase fat accumulation, and lead to weight gain in women.

Ms. Nam, 74, experienced shortness of breath, a productive cough, headache, and elevated blood pressure, leading doctors to diagnose a superinfected asthma attack.

Minh, 35, a smoker for nearly 20 years who sleeps about 6 hours daily, experienced headaches and facial flushing, leading to a diagnosis of high blood pressure.

My mother says mixing rice with soup makes the stomach contract more easily and aids digestion better than eating soup separately, which makes you full quickly. Is this true? (Hoang, 21, Hanoi)

A boy who frequently pulled and scratched his left ear was diagnosed with a congenital cholesteatoma mass in his middle ear, which was eroding and destroying the ossicular chain.

Tao, 24, suffered multiple injuries and a ruptured urethra after being run over by a truck, and was saved by a collaborative effort from doctors across many specialties.

I am 33 years old, unmarried, working, and have a normal lifestyle. I have no breast lumps or unusual symptoms. Should I get screened for breast cancer? (Lien Tran)

A 63-year-old man, identified as Mr. Quan, presented with severe abdominal pain, vomiting, jaundice, chest pain, and shortness of breath; doctors later discovered three severely narrowed coronary arteries and a 10 cm liver abscess.

Ms. Huong, 50, who has stage 5 chronic kidney failure, enjoyed a smooth trip to Con Dao thanks to the island's newly established hemodialysis unit.

Aging, hormonal changes, chronic diseases, and certain medications can cause many middle-aged people to experience difficulty sleeping, frequent awakenings, or early rising.

In the morning, avoid jumping out of bed immediately; instead, gently rub and warm your lower back, and perform light movements to improve blood circulation and prevent sluggishness and fatigue.

Nighttime is when the body needs rest, and continuous late nights increase the risk of high blood pressure, cardiovascular issues, and stress, especially for high-risk groups.

Trinh, 35, developed melasma during pregnancy, which worsened and spread one year after childbirth, leading her to seek laser treatment.

Avoid prolonged sitting, maintain at least 30 minutes of daily exercise, and consume fatty fish twice a week to boost cardiovascular health and stabilize blood pressure.

A 69-year-old man in Bac Ninh was hospitalized for liver tumor removal, but a pre-operative screening process unexpectedly revealed another malignant tumor silently invading his esophagus, posing a serious threat to his life.

Genes and hormone fluctuations, which affect metabolism, appetite, and satiety, can make weight loss challenging.

Omega-3 helps reduce inflammation, improve blood vessel function, and contributes to lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease.

A 31-year-old man, who regularly engaged in high-intensity gym workouts, was hospitalized after his arms became severely swollen, making him unable to lift objects or change clothes. Doctors diagnosed rhabdomyolysis, a condition where muscle cells are damaged and destroyed.

Mr. Tinh, 53, experienced persistent shoulder pain for five months after a traffic accident, leading doctors to discover a large rotator cuff tear.