Stories from Hanoi · Vietnam

Liver cancer typically presents with subtle early symptoms, leading many patients to miss the signs. Hepatocellular carcinoma can cause a dry, irritating cough or bloody sputum if it obstructs the trachea. Central liver cancer can cause a persistent dry cough or bloody sputum due to its location near the trachea. Peripheral liver cancer, growing at the liver's edge, often shows symptoms only in late stages. The source mentioned that survival rates for liver cancer can approach 90% with early detection, urging optimism. It also noted that excess protein intake can burden the liver, leading to liver dysfunction or uremia, necessitating protein control for patients with reduced liver function. Early detection methods for liver cancer are discussed.

Medical officials in Vietnam report an increase in various infectious diseases during the summer season. COVID-19 has reappeared in Vietnam, with the number of infections increasing four times. The situation makes it difficult to distinguish symptoms from common colds, which can also resemble COVID-19. Vietnam is experiencing a health situation, with 3,000 deaths attributed to the EV71 virus and a fourfold increase in COVID-19 infections.

Hanoi has seen an increase in cold cases and childhood accidents, with one child requiring emergency endoscopy for swallowing a wire that caused severe burns.

Vietnam aims to have 10,000 startup and innovation enterprises nationwide by 2030, a goal considered ambitious but achievable if entrepreneurial drive is fostered.

Vietnam aims to have 10,000 entrepreneurial and innovative enterprises nationwide by 2030. The government intends to assist businesses in managing capital rights and fund transfers to improve export capabilities, particularly in the digital and software sectors. The strategy includes tax reductions for businesses and new tax models. In April, total goods and services sales reached an estimated 2,546 trillion VND, an 11.1% increase year-on-year. The strategy involves tax exemptions for corporate income tax, investment fund management companies, intermediaries, and insurance companies. The strategy aims to facilitate international cooperation and the development of products that meet international standards for European, Japanese, and American markets. Officials noted that current testing requirements for exports often lead to wasted time and costs for domestic enterprises.

A 9-year-old boy, Chen Jiahui, was diagnosed with meningitis, a condition his father, Chen Mingfu, stated the family found completely unexpected. The family initially suspected a common cold or respiratory illness.

Musician Du Nuan was deeply moved by news of historical events and the victory of the First Battle, which involved sacrifices. The work draws inspiration from a stage play about historical warfare that moved a group of children.

VOV2 Vietnam is airing a special music program titled 'Remembering Vietnamese Civilization' every Thursday at 7:30, 14:30, and 21:30.

Farmers in Vietnam are proactively changing planting methods to combat increasing drought conditions caused by El Niño. The program aimed to address risks associated with water scarcity. Specific measures and their implementation details are being explored.

El Niño events between 2019 and 2025 caused severe agricultural damage in Vietnam. Total economic losses reached 200 billion. Hundreds of thousands of farmers faced water shortages, according to the report.