The beliefs that fruit contains too much sugar, diabetics should only eat berries, and natural sugar does not affect blood sugar are incorrect understandings.
Ms. Phuong, 41, experienced lower abdominal pain, and an MRI revealed 500 ml of fluid in her abdomen caused by endometriosis with a pelvic venous malformation leading to hemorrhage.
A 63-year-old woman with no unusual symptoms discovered early-stage lung cancer thanks to low-dose CT scans and three years of monitoring a ground-glass lesion.
My family primarily consumes meat and rarely eats fish. So, for daily meals, what are the best protein sources among fish, eggs, meat, and legumes to supplement the body? (Dao, 45 years old, Hanoi)
Ms. Nhu, 67, who has atrial fibrillation but inconsistently takes anticoagulant medication, experienced dizziness and unsteady gait due to a brain blood clot causing a stroke.
Older adults, individuals with chronic diseases, or those with a family history of eye conditions should undergo regular eye exams for early detection of potential vision damage.
Common abdominal pain appears in episodes, gradually subsiding after a child passes stool or rests, whereas appendicitis pain is dull and progressively worsens over time.
Vietnamese people are spending more and more on ultra-processed foods and fast food, leading to unbalanced meals and increasing the risk of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases.
A 69-year-old man developed acute adrenal insufficiency and severe blood sugar irregularities after self-medicating with unverified joint pain medication purchased via YouTube advertisements.
Experiencing sudden severe vision loss, Ms. Le Thi My Hanh, 66, saw her husband as a mere shadow. She underwent an emergency corneal transplant in her left eye and had a biological membrane placed in her right eye.
Avoid checking your phone, looking at the clock, and instead, practice deep breathing to relax if you wake up during the night. If you cannot fall back asleep after 20 minutes, leave your bed and read a book under soft light.
Individuals with high blood pressure should monitor their caffeine intake, track their readings, and consult a doctor if their blood pressure is not well-controlled.
Many elderly individuals with underlying conditions initially experience only a cough and a fever of 38 degrees Celsius, but develop severe respiratory failure and require mechanical ventilation within days.
Cho Ray, Nhan Dan Gia Dinh, and Hung Vuong hospitals were named among Ho Chi Minh City's Top 50 Gold Brands in 2026, recognized for their significant contributions to public healthcare.
The number of acute respiratory infection cases in Ho Chi Minh City increased over 64% last week, with the A/H1N1 2009 influenza strain accounting for nearly 77% of positive flu test samples.
New research indicates that children with congenital infections face about three times higher risk of autism; preventing these diseases through vaccination could mitigate this risk.
