WHO has worked closely with Vietnam to build and roll out national policies and technical guidelines on maternal, newborn, and child health.

“Vietnam has made very impressive progress on safeguarding the lives of the youngest members of society and their mothers,” said WHO Representative in Vietnam Dr Angela Pratt.

April 7th is recognised by the World Health Organisation (WHO) as World Health Day. Each year, the day focuses on a specific theme to raise awareness and encourage global action on health challenges. This year's theme is "Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures," aiming to strengthen maternal and child health protection to minimise disease and mortality risks. Vietnam has made significant efforts to protect the rights of women and children, particularly in maternal and child healthcare, aligning with sustainable development goals.

Hundreds of thousands of people will be screened for cardiovascular and chronic kidney diseases through AI platforms this year, and over 20,000 patients will be advised to undergo testing to assess chronic kidney disease.

Executive Director of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Dr. Natalia Kanem has written an article on the occasion of the World Health Day (April 7), in which she calls for joint efforts in upholding the right of all people to reach the highest possible standard of health.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) in Vietnam held an online seminar on April 7, calling for changes for the health of both humans and the planet.

Communication and education should be given top priority to raise public awareness of depression, said Deputy Health Minister Nguyen Thanh Long at a meeting in response to World Health Day.