Free heart disease screening, medical checkups for Bac Yen residents

The provincial Veterans Association, in collaboration with the Vietnam Friendship Village and Military Hospital 103, on May 10 organised free medical examinations, medication distribution, cardiovascular disease and cancer screening for approximately 200 people from poor households, policy beneficiary families, and members of the Veterans Association in Xim Vang commune, Bac Yen district.

 

Doctors and medical staff receive medical documents from local residents.

During the programme, 19 doctors and medical staff from Military Hospital 103 and the Vietnam Friendship Village conducted general health checkups, blood pressure measurements, echocardiograms, electrocardiograms, and provided health consultations for local people. In addition, the team distributed 200 free prescriptions for common conditions such as high blood pressure, joint pain, bronchitis, and allergies. They also provided guidance on disease prevention and improving home healthcare knowledge.

A doctor provides consultations and health checkups for local residents.
A doctor performes ultrasound scans for a resident.

A doctor conducts electrocardiograms for a resident

This was a meaningful activity aimed at helping people in remote mountainous areas access quality healthcare services. It also demonstrated the sense of responsibility and compassion of the armed forces and associations in social welfare work.

On this occasion, the Vietnam Friendship Village donated many essential items, including blankets, sheets, pillows, and mattresses, to disadvantaged families in the commune. The total programme budget was over 60 million VND (2,309 USD).

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