Health Guide
Day 1 Recap - Free Health Screening Programme in Hoa Hung Ward (HCMC)
Ky Hoa Medical Center and Hoa Hung Ward held a free health screening day, building electronic health records on VNeID.
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Abdominal Ultrasound: Indications and Preparation
Abdominal ultrasound is a safe, painless, and radiation-free imaging method that examines multiple organs in a single session. Knowing how to prepare ensures the best possible results.
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Acne: Causes, Types and Treatment
Acne is one of the most common skin conditions affecting people of all ages. Understanding its causes and treatment options helps you manage breakouts effectively and prevent scarring.
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Acute Diarrhea in Children: Warning Signs to Watch For
Diarrhea is a leading cause of dangerous dehydration in young children. Learn to recognise the warning signs and know when to seek medical help immediately.
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Appendicitis: Early Signs to Watch For
Appendicitis is a common surgical emergency. Recognising the symptoms early and reaching hospital in time can prevent a rupture and the serious complications that follow.
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Common Blood Tests: Understanding Your Results
Blood test results are full of numbers and abbreviations that can seem confusing. This guide explains what the most common blood test values actually mean for your health.
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Food Poisoning: Home Care and When to See a Doctor
Food poisoning can happen to anyone. Knowing how to manage it correctly at home - and recognising the danger signs that require medical attention - can make all the difference.
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Gastroscopy: When You Need It and How to Prepare
Gastroscopy is a safe and highly accurate procedure for diagnosing upper digestive conditions. Knowing when it is indicated and how to prepare helps the experience go smoothly.
Read more → Inguinal Hernia: Signs and When to Seek Care
Inguinal hernia is a common surgical condition, especially in men. Recognising the signs early and treating it at the right time prevents dangerous complications.
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Menstrual Irregularities: Warning Signs and When to See a Doctor
Irregular periods or abnormal bleeding can signal a range of health conditions. Understanding what is normal for your cycle helps you recognise changes that need attention.
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Middle Ear Infection in Children: Signs and Treatment
Otitis media is one of the most common childhood illnesses. Learn to recognise the warning signs early so you can seek timely care and protect your child's hearing.
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Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis): How It Spreads and How to Treat It
Pink eye spreads very quickly through direct contact. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and prevention measures helps you recover faster and protect those around you.
Read more → Prenatal Check-ups: Schedule and Key Milestones
Regular prenatal visits are the best way to protect both mother and baby throughout pregnancy. Learn which appointments and tests matter most at each stage.
Read more → Stroke: Recognise the Signs and Act Within the Golden Hours
Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability. Knowing the five warning signs and calling for help within the first three hours can save a life and preserve brain function.
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Tooth Decay: Prevention and Early Treatment
Tooth decay is the world's most common dental disease - but it is entirely preventable. Early detection means simpler treatment and preserving your natural teeth for life.
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Myopia in Children: Early Signs and How to Slow Its Progression
Childhood myopia is increasing rapidly worldwide. Early detection and the right interventions can significantly slow progression and protect your child's long-term vision.
Read more → Fever in Children: When Is It Dangerous and When to See a Doctor?
Fever is a normal immune response, but high or persistent fever in children can be serious. A practical guide for parents on managing fever at home and knowing when to seek medical care.
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Chronic Pharyngitis: Causes, Symptoms and Prevention
Chronic pharyngitis causes persistent throat discomfort, hoarseness, and a nagging cough. Unlike acute infections, treating the root cause is key to lasting relief.
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Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis): Causes, Symptoms and Proper Skin Care
Eczema is a chronic skin condition causing intense itching and inflammation. Understanding its triggers and following a proper skincare routine can significantly reduce flare-ups.
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High Blood Pressure: Warning Signs and When to Seek Emergency Care
Hypertension is called the 'silent killer' because it rarely causes obvious symptoms. Learn what to watch for and when high blood pressure becomes a medical emergency.
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7 Early Warning Signs of Type 2 Diabetes You Shouldn't Ignore
Type 2 diabetes often develops silently for years. Recognizing the early warning signs can help you catch it before serious complications arise.
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Why Regular Health Check-Ups Matter
Regular check-ups catch hidden conditions early, lower treatment costs, and help you stay well - here is how often to go and what is included.
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Using Your Health Insurance (BHYT) at Kỳ Hòa: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to use your BHYT card at Ky Hoa Medical Center - documents to bring, the step-by-step process, and key points to keep in mind.
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Proper Oral Care - What You Need to Know
A practical guide to daily oral hygiene, warning signs that call for a dentist, and the dental services offered at Ky Hoa Medical Center.
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Sebaceous Cysts: Warning Signs and Causes
A sebaceous cyst is a benign lump made up of an outer capsule filled with soft, pale or cloudy yellow material. It usually appears where the skin is oily and sweats heavily.
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7 Medical Breakthroughs of 2017 That Will Amaze You
These discoveries had a major influence on world medicine over the past year. 2017 marked many medical breakthroughs - here is what they were and what they contributed.
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How to Protect the Health of Older Adults
For older adults, health is always the first concern. Here are the best ways to care for the health of older people.
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Systemic Chemotherapy - An Effective Cancer Treatment
Advances in science have produced many cancer treatments depending on the type and stage of disease. Systemic chemotherapy nonetheless remains a targeted therapy with positive results.
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Care Before and After a Gastroscopy
Before a gastroscopy the patient must fast. Afterwards, certain foods should be avoided to protect the stomach.
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Can Pets Pass Infectious Diseases to People?
Household pets such as dogs, cats, birds and reptiles can all cause illness or pass parasites to people. Here is how to avoid diseases spread by pets.
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Why Do Muscles Ache After Exercise?
When you try a new workout or move to a higher intensity, your muscles may ache in the days that follow because the added strain creates tiny tears in the muscle fibres.
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Foods That Help with Hemorrhoids and Constipation
Constipation is common at every age. Left untreated it can lead to hemorrhoids, headaches, dizziness, insomnia, boils and even bowel obstruction.
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Relieving Bloating and Gas with Probiotics
Beneficial gut bacteria secrete digestive enzymes and clear waste that lingers in the colon, easing an uncomfortable, bloated stomach.
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A New Japanese Approach to Ulcerative Colitis
Good news for colitis patients: a new Japanese method offers a chance to fully break the cycle of recurring disease and regain a peaceful life.
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Diabetes Seminar - Care and Prevention
Ky Hoa Medical Center held a community seminar on diabetes care and prevention at Quyết Thắng Primary School, District 11.
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“Hearts of Love” Charity Program - Gifts for Orphaned Children
Ky Hoa Medical Center brought gifts, health check-ups and free medicine to children at Linh Xuân Children's Shelter, Thủ Đức District.
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