Vietnam Boosts Radiopharmaceutical Production for Cancer Care

Vietnam is advancing its capacity to produce radiopharmaceuticals, essential for cancer diagnosis and treatment, as part of its broader strategy for developing and applying atomic energy for peaceful purposes. This initiative underscores the nation's commitment to enhancing public health and elevating its medical sector to international standards. The country is implementing its strategy for the development and application of atomic energy for peaceful purposes through 2035, with a vision to 2050. This includes preparing for its Ninh Thuan nuclear power projects, a nuclear science and technology center, and a new research reactor. The Vietnam Agency for Atomic Energy (VINATOM) aims not only for research strength but also to establish itself as a strategic national entity supporting the country in building a modern nuclear industry. This development aligns with Politburo Resolution No. 70-NQ/TW, dated August 20, 2025, on ensuring national energy security through 2030 with a vision to 2045. The resolution identifies firmly ensuring national energy security as a fundamental and important prerequisite for national development, calling for adequate, stable, and high-quality energy supplies for socio-economic development, national defense and security, improved living standards, and environmental protection. Across the healthcare sector, Vietnam is also leveraging AI and technological innovation to improve healthcare quality. Da Nang city, for instance, is developing into a specialized medical center for the central and Central Highlands regions, in line with Politburo Resolution No. 72-NQ/TW dated September 9, 2025, on breakthrough solutions to strengthen the protection, care, and improvement of people's health. Furthermore, Vietnam is actively pursuing international cooperation. In Laos, the inauguration of an interventional radiology unit at Hong Ngoc General Hospital is expected to serve as a bridge for stronger cooperation in training and technology transfer between Vietnam and Laos. The United States plans to provide approximately $21.385 million annually in global health assistance to support Vietnam's transition to full country ownership of its HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis programs and strengthen its capacity to respond to emerging infectious disease threats. Domestically, Ho Chi Minh City is organizing healthcare job fairs to create employment opportunities for medical professionals, and nationwide screening for five groups of school-related diseases and health conditions among students is slated to begin in 2028. These efforts are part of a comprehensive approach to modernize Vietnam's healthcare system and ensure better medical services for its citizens. Copyright, VietnamPlus, Vietnam News Agency (VNA)