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Which vaccines help prevent pneumonia and stroke?

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Respiratory infections like influenza and pneumococcal disease can impact cardiovascular health, leading to high blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, and increased stroke risk, necessitating early prevention.

Combating the Freshers' Flu

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I arrived in Ho Chi Minh City for university and caught the flu a week later, experiencing symptoms like fever, cough, and body aches. Why did this happen? (Quynh Lam, 18, Hai Phong)

Does the dengue fever vaccine protect against Chikungunya?

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I have received both doses of the dengue fever vaccine. Does this protect me against the painful, arthritis-causing Chikungunya virus? (Hai Thanh, Can Tho, 33 years old)

Meningococcal disease: a 24-hour threat

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Meningococcal bacteria cause meningitis and septicemia, two severe illnesses that can be fatal within 24 hours.

Can urine tests detect HPV?

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I'm worried about HPV. Can a urine test accurately detect it? (Duong Nguyen, 30, Hanoi)

Why sleeping after 11 p.m. increases shingles risk

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Late nights can disrupt heart rhythms, increase stress, and raise the risk of diabetes, all of which contribute to a higher likelihood of developing shingles.

Does a single dose of dengue vaccine offer protection?

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My child received one dose of the dengue vaccine before a long trip. Does this provide immunity? (Dam Gia Hung, 39, Ho Chi Minh City)

Vietnam introduces first meningococcal vaccine for infants from 6 weeks old

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A vaccine protecting against four meningococcal serogroups (A, C, W, and Y) for individuals from 6 weeks old has been launched by VNVC on 15/8.

Protecting children's health during unpredictable weather

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Thu Quynh, 34, from Thanh Tri, Hanoi, created a home garden for her children and limits eating out to reduce exposure to germs during periods of erratic weather.

Woman receives 18 stitches after being bitten by pet dog

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A 30-year-old woman, Thao, required 18 stitches after being bitten on her face and left hand by her pet dog.

Meningitis in young children easily mistaken for a cold

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Early stages of encephalitis and meningitis, with symptoms like fever, cough, and runny nose, are often confused with the common cold or flu, leading to late detection and delayed treatment.

Actions that can lead to rabies infection

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Butchering, kissing, or allowing dogs and cats to lick your face or limbs can inadvertently expose you to rabies, highlighting the need for proactive prevention.

Does a one-degree rise in global temperature increase the risk of stroke?

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I've seen a lot of people sharing information lately that for every one-degree increase in temperature, the risk of stroke increases by 10%. Is this true? (Hoang Sinh, 37, TP HCM)

Is there a vaccine for Chikungunya?

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I heard that Chikungunya is breaking out in China, caused by the same striped mosquito that transmits dengue fever. Is there a vaccine yet? (Thuy Linh, 35, Quang Ninh)

Kissing a stranger leads to genital warts diagnosis

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19-year-old Minh Ha was diagnosed with genital warts after experiencing bad breath and developing warts on her lips and in her mouth three months after kissing a stranger.

Vaccinating children before the new school year

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Hong, 43, took her 5-year-old daughter for a dengue fever vaccination on Saturday morning, a journey that took over an hour.

Does gargling with green tea reduce the risk of flu?

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My husband is often exposed to rain, sun, and dust at work. Will gargling with green tea daily prevent him from catching the flu? (Anh Vien, 36, Hanoi)