More than 40 European countries have been hit by COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. Italy, Spain, Germany and France were the four hardest-hit, with each reporting more than 10,000 confirmed cases Italy has just surpassed China for the most number of deaths related to COVID-19. The total number...

All 16 people in Vietnam infected with a new coronavirus have been cured, the health ministry said on Tuesday, adding that no new cases have been recorded since Feb 13. The last known patient, a 50-year-old man infected by his daughter who returned from China's central city of Wuhan, where the...

People who caught COVID-19 would be offered free tests, treatment and medicine, according to the Ministry of Health of Vietnam. The health ministry is working with the Vietnam Social Insurance to complete medical expenses plans for nCoV patients, said Nguyen Nam Lien, director of the ministry's Planning and Finance Department. Those who...

Scientists from the School of Biotechnology and Food Technology under Hanoi University of Science and Technology have developed a novel coronavirus (nCoV) test kit which provides results in 70 minutes instead of four hours like the current method. The group, with more than ten members and led by Dr Le Quang...

The use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as face masks can reduce the spread of infection when used correctly and in the appropriate context. This may be recommended in workplaces where people are more likely to come in contact with the coronavirus disease. When to use a mask - If you...

The Ministry of Health of Vietnam has released guidance for people to follow to reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection. Under the instructions, people should void travelling if they have a high temperature, coughing or difficulty breathing. They should go to medical stations or hospitals immediately if have suspected symptoms and...