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Vietnam considers $5 billion public health program through 2035

Minister of Health Dao Hong Lan has presented to the National Assembly a proposal for investment approval of a national target program on healthcare, population, and development for the 2026–2035 period.

Vietnam’s health system shifts focus to prevention, family doctors

Vietnam's Ministry of Health is moving to restructure local health stations, aiming to enhance grassroots services and attract private sector investment for long-term sustainability.

Ministry of Health proposes nationwide sharing of test and scan results

Over 1,000 diagnostic tests and imaging results may soon be shared across all medical facilities in Vietnam.

Former top official of Vietnam’s food safety agency arrested in bribery case

The Ministry of Public Security has launched criminal proceedings against former deputy director Do Huu Tuan over alleged bribery.

Ministry considers 100% insurance coverage for poor, seriously ill patients

Minister of Health Dao Hong Lan has said that the ministry is considering adding people with financial hardship or serious illnesses to the list of subjects eligible for 100 percent health-insurance coverage.

Health Minister urges decentralization of military and police hospital pricing

The Health Ministry sets prices for over 1,000 medical facilities under the Ministries of National Defense and Public Security. This has created administrative complexities and contradicts decentralization principles, said the Health Minister.

MOH proposes considering assault on doctors as resisting public officials

Minister of Health Dao Hong Lan believes it is necessary to add regulations treating acts of violence or assault on medical staff while on duty as resisting public officials.

Lawmakers consider housing incentives to encourage childbirth

The Ministry of Health has proposed that women who give birth to two children, or men raising two biological children without a spouse, be given priority to buy or rent social housing.

Health minister orders crackdown on deceptive medical practices

Minister Dao Hong Lan orders stronger oversight of private clinics after violations in licensing and patient safety.

Vietnam considers recognition of int’l healthcare standards for hospitals

The Ministry of Health recently held a meeting of the appraisal council in Hanoi to consider the proposal from the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards (ACHS), seeking recognition of its international hospital quality standards in Vietnam.

Ministry of Health demands urgent payout of $98 million to HCMC hospitals

The Ministry of Health calls on Vietnam Social Security to release overdue health insurance funds to ease financial pressure on hospitals.

Ministry of Health urges stronger protection of children in online environment

According to the hotline 111, cyberbullying has been on the rise, especially among children, as the digital space has continued to expand.

Vietnam proposes $25 million support for mothers of two children before 35

The Ministry of Health aims to reverse record-low birth rates and gender imbalances with new financial incentives and population quality initiatives.

Health minister targets false food ads and fake supplements

New rules target influencers and businesses in Vietnam's fight against unsafe food products.

Health ministry targets self-declared dietary supplements after scandals

Proposed decree aims to end self-declaration for dietary supplements following major food fraud incidents.

Health Ministry condemns improper disposal of recalled drugs in Da Nang

Health Ministry clarifies legal procedures after banned medicine found at Da Nang landfill.

Vietnam health minister: Fake medical products are not fraud - they’re a crime

Counterfeit health goods spark reform push, with new decree updates expected.

Vietnam tightens oversight as supplement licenses revoked

In just one week, Vietnam’s Food Safety Authority under the Ministry of Health revoked the registration certificates of 31 dietary supplements, including 18 registered by Abbott Healthcare Vietnam.

Vietnam’s Health Ministry issues urgent call to fight fake food products

Following multiple fake milk and supplement scandals, authorities urge crackdowns on counterfeit goods and illegal advertising.

Vietnam cracks down on counterfeit cosmetics on TikTok, Facebook

The Ministry of Health is stepping up inspections on social platforms and e-commerce sites to eliminate fake or unlicensed beauty products.