A 52-year-old patient with a history of hypertension suffered a sudden cardiac arrest. 16 doctors and nurses performed CPR for nearly two hours, along with electric shocks, in a dramatic rescue.
Recently, while reading the news, I've noticed an increase in strokes, and they seem to be affecting younger people. Who is at risk of having a stroke? (Thanh, 48, Hanoi)
An 80-year-old woman with severe narrowing of the pelvic, abdominal, renal, and coronary arteries underwent three stent placements to restore blood flow.
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and chronic respiratory illnesses account for 80% of deaths in Vietnam, posing a significant burden on the healthcare system and society.
A 72-year-old woman, Lieu, underwent a second heart valve replacement surgery after an infection damaged her artificial valve implanted 24 years prior.
I am 40 years old and cycle at home for 60 minutes daily. I was recently diagnosed with C1 level lower extremity venous insufficiency. Can I continue cycling, or will it worsen my condition? (Tu Van, TP HCM)
Fainting, fatigue, coldness, and pale skin are warning signs of low blood pressure. Those experiencing these symptoms should rest or seek medical attention.