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For patients living with diabetes, undergoing surgery—including urological procedures like prostate surgery—requires preoperative planning to manage blood glucose levels, according to the American Diabetes Association. When a patient schedules a major operation, the surgical team must coordinate to manage blood sugar. Understanding these risks is the first step in preparing for a successful hospital stay. … Read more

Ho Chi Minh City is expanding its home-based healthcare model, allowing residents to receive medical consultations, treatments, and social health insurance benefits without visiting a physical hospital. According to the Vietnam Social Security (VSS), this initiative aims to reduce overcrowding at major medical facilities while increasing accessibility for patients with chronic conditions or limited mobility. … Read more

Vietnam is currently implementing expanded mental health strategies to address a documented rise in anxiety and stress-related disorders. Recent data indicates that clinical encounters for these conditions have increased significantly, rising from 10,432 to 14,506 cases, prompting the Ministry of Health to prioritize the integration of specialized psychiatric care into community-based healthcare frameworks. According to … Read more

Red Blood Cells’ Glucose Absorption May Explain Lower Diabetes Rates at High Altitudes For generations, observers have noted a curious correlation: people living in high-altitude regions tend to have lower rates of type 2 diabetes compared to those residing at sea level. Now, a new study from researchers at the University of California, San Francisco … Read more