I have chickenpox and the blisters are very uncomfortable. Can I crush Asiatic pennywort leaves and apply the juice to the rash? (Duong Thi Phuong, 33, Quang Binh)
I recovered from dengue fever a month ago, but I frequently experience insomnia, joint pain, loss of appetite, fatigue, and weakness. Why is this happening? (Dieu Ai, 28, Da Nang)
Researchers at the Burnet Institute in Australia have found that vaccination programs in response to disease outbreaks reduced deaths by 60% over a 23-year period.
Dengue fever patients typically experience a continuous high fever for the first two to three days. When the fever subsides, it can be a period of hemoconcentration and shock if not taken seriously.
I heard that drinking a lot of carrot juice is toxic to the liver, causes jaundice, and thereby increases the risk of contracting hepatitis B. Is this true? (Luong Dung, 27 years old, Lang Son)
VNVC vaccination system reports a surge in children and adults receiving the dengue fever vaccine as the disease enters its peak season, driven by concerns about complications and high treatment costs.
Four years later, Bich from Ho Chi Minh City, still vividly remembers her three hospital transfers for dengue treatment, enduring isolation and witnessing the critical condition of her roommate.
Individuals with musculoskeletal disorders who contract shingles are at a heightened risk of postherpetic neuralgia, osteoporosis, fractures, and stroke.
Children under 5, pregnant women, and individuals with underlying health conditions face a greater risk of shock, liver and kidney failure if they contract dengue fever. Proactive prevention is crucial.
