Stories from Vietnam

Authorities issued administrative fines totaling 140 million VND to the Linh Anh Rizin beauty clinic, part of the Linh Anh Beauty Co., Ltd. The facility, located on Mai Chi Tho Boulevard in Phu Loi Ward, Binh Duong, was penalized for providing medical examination and treatment services without a license. The clinic was also cited for false advertising and received a 12-month suspension of its medical services and an order to remove all advertisements.

Hanoi will receive 109 new administrative powers, including 8 entirely new authorities, to allow for faster and more decisive local decision-making. The city will implement decentralized management models to serve as a pilot for the rest of the country. This administrative shift aims to create momentum for the capital's development goals. The process includes establishing principles for exercising these rights to ensure oversight and accountability mechanisms are maintained. Certain specific sectors have been identified by the capital as areas that will not be subject to this decentralization. The city will maintain specific protocols concerning national security, defense, foreign affairs, and religion. These mechanisms are intended to ensure that local decisions do not compromise national safety.

Nha Khoa Mastery, a limited liability company located on Thong Nhat Street in Dong Hoa Ward, was fined 160 million VND for providing medical examination services without a license and advertising before commencing operations. The facility was also ordered to suspend operations for 18 months and remove all advertisements. Additionally, Viet Khang Group, a limited liability company on Tran Dinh Xu Street in Cau Am Ward, was fined for providing medical services exceeding its permitted scope. Additionally, a practitioner named Mr. Te was fined 35 million VND for practicing beyond his professional scope and using a certificate belonging to another individual for 22 months. The authorities also suspended his professional practice certificate for 22 months and imposed a 5 million VND fine. The incident occurred in Ho Chi Minh City.

Police in Hanoi determined there are no signs of criminal activity regarding the use of charity funds for the 'Nuoi Em' and 'Suc Manh 2000' projects. The investigation focused on 36-year-old founder Hoang Hoa Trung. On April 24, the C02 department issued a decision not to initiate a criminal case. The projects were founded by Trung in 2014 to connect donors with charitable causes.

Vietnam's Ministry of Health has requested that local authorities ensure the full and timely distribution of social subsidies, retirement benefits, and health insurance for eligible individuals in 2026. Localities must guarantee that 100% of beneficiaries, particularly vulnerable groups such as the elderly, people with disabilities, and children, can access these policies. The directive also notes that workers who are dismissed or disciplined will not be eligible for certain benefits. Authorities are urged to proactively manage resources to support citizens.

The Hanoi District 4 People's Court has issued a search notice for Nguyen Thi Huong, born in 1967, residing in Trung Hoa Commune, Tu Liem District, Hanoi. The court scheduled proceedings for May 15, 2026, and June 9, 2026, at 8:00 AM. The source stated the court will resolve the matter according to the law. The Second People's Court of Hanoi is seeking Mr.

A combination of three types of ginseng, including Codonopsis pilosula and Salvia miltiorrhiza, is being discussed as a solution to prevent hypertension and heart-related diseases. The solution is intended to act as a preventative measure and can be used alongside modern medicine to support the treatment process. The source noted that the combination helps maintain therapeutic effects after treatment.

A report indicates that nearly 50% of adults with hypertension are unaware of their condition. Many cases are only discovered after complications such as stroke, heart failure, or myocardial infarction occur. Medical discussions in Vietnam highlight a rising risk of hypertension among younger adults. Traditional herbal solutions involving three types of ginseng, including Codonopsis pilosula and Salvia miltiorrhiza, are being used to prevent hypertension and related cardiovascular diseases. These herbal remedies are also used alongside modern medicine to support the treatment process and maintain health after treatment. Various events, including natural disasters, problems, epidemics, and new diseases, pose risks and can have widespread impacts. The source expressed surprise upon hearing about these potential issues and mentioned research being conducted on ships.

General Secretary and State President To Lam visited and met with workers in Hai Minh city. The visit occurred during celebrations for the 50th anniversary of national reunification on April 30 and International Workers' Day on May 1. To Lam described workers as a productive force contributing to the country's economic development. Vietnam currently has over 17 million workers, including nearly 4 million in industrial and export processing zones. General Secretary Ton Lam addressed the specific living conditions of workers and their families during a meeting. The discussion highlighted that a lack of cultural, medical, and educational institutions is impacting labor capacity and worker confidence. Addressing these issues is necessary to meet sustainable development goals, according to the report.

Search and rescue operations at the site of a train accident in Vietnam concluded this morning, according to reports. All of the deceased in the train collision are reported to be women. All confirmed deceased are women, as the women-only carriage sustained the brunt of the impact. Early estimates from recent reports suggest the number of people present at the accident site is between 40 and 50. Early estimates suggest between 40 to 50 people were present at the accident site on the outskirts of Jakarta. The train accident occurred in the outskirts of Jakarta, according to reports. The accident involved packed commuter trains and may have been related to a taxi blocking the tracks. The collision occurred after a vehicle broke down at a railway intersection, causing a taxi to be hit and triggering a chain reaction.