Category: Medical
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How China Forced the Price of a Life-Saving Drug Down: A Global Comparison of Spinraza Access in 2026
Spinraza (nusinersen) is a revolutionary treatment for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), significantly improving patient survival rates globally. However, treatment costs vary greatly: patients in China benefit from subsidized access after successful price negotiations, while Australians also see affordable treatment through public funding. In stark contrast, U.S. patients face exorbitant prices influenced by insurance structures, making…
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Vietnam Performs First Fetal Heart Intervention After Official Approval
Doctors in Ho Chi Minh City have successfully performed Vietnam’s first officially approved fetal cardiac intervention, marking a significant milestone in the country’s advancing prenatal medicine capabilities. The complex balloon valvuloplasty procedure was conducted by a multidisciplinary team from Tu Du Hospital and Children’s Hospital 1 to treat a fetus diagnosed with severe pulmonary valve…
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Medical Tourism Vietnam, the country’s first medical tourism facilitator established in 2011, announces a landmark partnership with Beijing Jingdu Children’s Hospital, the only JCI-accredited pediatric hospital in Beijing, expanding access to high-complexity pediatric care for international patients.
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Medical Tourism Vietnam Announces Strategic Partnership with TrendSmile Dental
Medical Tourism Vietnam has formed a strategic partnership with TrendSmile Dental, a top-tier dental provider in Vietnam. Established in 2011, Medical Tourism Vietnam is the country’s first dedicated medical tourism operator, focusing on connecting international patients with reputable healthcare services. The partnership will allow TrendSmile Dental to offer advanced dental treatments within this network, enhancing…
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Medical Tourism Vietnam and China’s GoBroad Healthcare Group Explore Strategic Partnership to Advance Oncology Care in Vietnam’s Booming Medical Tourism Sector
HANOI, VIETNAM – December 25, 2025 – Medical Tourism Vietnam, a leading facilitator for international patients seeking high-quality healthcare in Vietnam, is pleased to announce the initiation of strategic partnership discussions with GoBroad Healthcare Group (GHG), a prominent Chinese hospital group specializing in advanced cancer treatments. The parties have agreed to a high-level meeting in 2026…
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Chân Khí Đạo: Bridging Ancient Vietnamese Wisdom and Modern Science
In Vietnam, a contemporary practice known as Chân Khí Đạo is merging ancient meditation techniques with modern neuroscience to promote holistic wellbeing. Developed by Dr. Phan Quốc Anh, this system emphasizes the interconnectedness of body, breath, and mind, encouraging practitioners to engage in mindful, conscious breathing and self-awareness exercises. Amidst rising global interest in mindfulness…
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