The screening programme was held in 28 districts and nearly 300 communes and wards of the city, screening people with health insurance aged 40 and above.

A doctor conducts a test at a hospital.

Nearly 21,800 people were diagnosed with cancer after testing.

The Hanoi Health Department is now working to implement the programme in the two remaining districts of My Duc and Ba Vi.

Medical experts said the city needs to step up public awareness about cancer screening as local people are not fully aware of its importance. The Health Department is also looking for sponsors for the screening of breast cancer and other diseases.

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Run raises funds for children with cancer, heart disease

Thousands of people joined a run in Hanoi on December 2 to raise funds for children living with cancer and congenital heart disease. 

 

Vietnam, France bolster cooperation in cancer treatment

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Hanoi to host bicycle parade for World Cancer Day

A parade of cyclists will roll through Hanoi streets on February 4, designated as World Cancer Day 2018, to raise public awareness of early cancer detection.

 

Breast Cancer Network calls for hair donations

The Breast Cancer Network Vietnam (BCNV) is calling for hair donations as part of the Pink Hat Festival, which will be held on October 29 to raise awareness, especially among women, about the threat of breast cancer.

 

Source: VNA