Following the success in Cao Bang, the Vietnam Medical Association coordinated with the Department of Health of Lang Son to organize a thematic training session. The program took place on December 2, 2025, regarding non-communicable diseases. This is a key activity to implement the Joint Resolution between the Association and the Ministry of Health. The training class aims to improve diagnostic capacity for local medical staff. In the context of rising chronic diseases, updating knowledge is essential.
Importance of Non-Communicable Disease Management
Prof. Dr. Nguyen Van Kinh opened with a report on the current disease situation. He emphasized the rapid increase in cardiovascular diseases and cancer. Vietnam is facing many new and complex health challenges. Early disease management helps save treatment costs for the people. Delegates listened to solutions for active screening at facilities. Commune health stations need to firmly grasp the list of local chronic patients. Prevention work needs to be prioritized during this period. The reporter also pointed out the importance of the electronic health record system.
Prof. Dr. Nguyen Van Kinh is analyzing the disease pattern
Burden and Solutions for Early Detection of Non-Communicable Diseases
The topic of integrated management of chronic diseases attracted great interest. The lecturer analyzed in detail the treatment protocols for hypertension and blood sugar. Integrating medical services helps optimize patient care workflows. This approach also contributes to reducing the burden of medical costs. Students discussed vividly regarding the appropriate adjustment of prescriptions. The common goal is to help patients adhere to long-term treatment at the facility.
Integrated Management of Hypertension and Diabetes in the Community
Content on clinical nutrition was vividly presented by Dr. Truong Hong Son. The report clarified the relationship between diet and disease complications. The lecturer recommended using food sources available locally. Limiting tobacco and alcohol was specially emphasized in the lecture. Nutrition counseling needs to go hand-in-hand with daily medication prescribing. This is an important factor helping to improve overall treatment efficiency.
Lecturers and students participating in the training class in Lang Son (December 2, 2025)
Guidelines on Nutrition and Patient Care
The program concluded with satisfaction from nearly 200 medical staff. The training class resolved many obstacles in the disease management process. The leadership of the Lang Son Department of Health highly appreciated the program’s effectiveness. This knowledge will be applied immediately to actual medical examination and treatment. The success of the program affirms the bridging role of the Association. This is the motivation for the local health sector to perfect its mission of caring for the people. Similar training activities will be expanded in the coming time.
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