I went swimming with my 5-year-old son and noticed many cases of adenovirus causing pink eye and diarrhea. What other diseases can this virus cause? (Thuy Hanh, 38, Hanoi)
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.
Over 60% of vietnamese consume insufficient fruits and vegetables compared to recommendations, despite a year-round abundant domestic supply, contributing to the rise of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and various chronic illnesses.
Many female students in Vietnam do not meet the World Health Organization's recommended minimum of one hour of physical activity daily, and girls also play less sports than boys.
Deputy Minister of Health Tran Van Thuan stated that the modern pace of life and increasing conveniences are leading Vietnamese people to be less active, raising the risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and many chronic illnesses.
