Vietnam is at elevated risks from infectious diseases, given its location in the hot and humid tropical monsoon region as well as the increasing rate of trade and travel.

VOV.VN - Natural disasters hitting localities throughout Vietnam had left 49 dead and 36 missing over the past six months, reported the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD).

VOV.VN - It is forecast that dengue fever will become increasingly complicated as the epidemic has come sooner compared to previous years, according to information given by Hanoi’s Department of Health.