61-year-old Khuyen experienced progressive paralysis on her left side for a week, initially suspected to be a stroke. Doctors later discovered a brain tumor metastasized from lung cancer.
Vietnam records over 182,000 new cancer cases and more than 122,000 cancer deaths annually, attributed to an aging population, sedentary lifestyles, and the overuse of alcohol and tobacco.
Cancer rates in people under 50 have risen by nearly 80% since 1990, potentially due to ultra-processed foods, obesity, lack of exercise, and unidentified environmental factors.
76-year-old Bunna Sok, whose PSA levels were 5 times higher than normal, underwent robotic surgery at Tam Anh General Hospital to remove his cancerous prostate.
Ngoc, 45, experienced blurred vision, dizziness, and headaches for two months before doctors diagnosed her with lung cancer that had metastasized to her brain and other organs.
Thuy, 48, experienced persistent abdominal pain for nearly two weeks before doctors diagnosed an abnormal ovarian mass. A biopsy confirmed peritoneal metastasis.
Manh, 60, experienced swelling and pain in his left scrotum along with a hard lump, leading doctors to diagnose him with testicular cancer at risk of metastasis.
Habits like prolonged sitting, consuming processed foods, lack of sleep, neglecting sun protection, smoking, drinking alcohol, and chronic stress can silently increase your risk of cancer.
Mr. Vo Van Thin's 4 million VND monthly income from driving a motorbike taxi, originally meant to support his wife with cancer and 6 dependents, now bears the added cost of his grandson's medical treatment.
