Ho Chi Minh City Brings Health Screenings to Vulnerable Residents' Homes

Ho Chi Minh City has introduced an in-home health screening program for residents who face barriers to accessing medical services due to mobility issues. This initiative specifically targets vulnerable groups such as the elderly, people with disabilities, and individuals with severe chronic illnesses, who require regular health monitoring but find it challenging to travel to healthcare facilities. This program, led by local authorities, aims to accelerate the success of the universal health screening initiative. The city is committed to expediting free periodic health check-ups and dedicating its full efforts to achieving national health protection and care targets. In particular, the University Medical Center of Ho Chi Minh City is collaborating to standardize chronic disease management. Under Vietnam's one-party system, social welfare policies are prioritized, and improving healthcare access is a key government commitment. Alongside economic growth, enhancing the health standards of the population is an urgent task. Especially in urban areas, with an aging population, the demand for such tailored medical services is increasing. This home-visit health screening is expected to be a significant step towards rectifying healthcare disparities and increasing the effectiveness of the universal health insurance system. Source: Nhan Dan