FPT Long Châu partners with the Ministry of Health to donate half a million doses of measles vaccine.

On April 22nd, FPT Long Chau pharmacy and vaccination center donated 500,000 doses of measles vaccine to the Ministry of Health to accelerate the nationwide measles vaccination coverage.

Following warnings from the World Health Organization about the risk of a measles outbreak in Vietnam and the actual situation of the disease in localities, recognizing vaccination as the most effective proactive disease prevention measure, in late 2024 and early 2025, the Ministry of Health organized two measles vaccination campaigns: the 2024 campaign, which achieved 97.1% coverage, and the first phase of the 2025 campaign, which achieved 95.5% coverage. The initial target group was children aged 1 to 10 years and high-risk groups, later expanding to include children aged 6 to 9 months in high-risk areas and areas experiencing measles outbreaks. On March 15, 2025, the Prime Minister issued Directive No. 23/CĐ-TTg on accelerating measles vaccination. In accordance with the Prime Minister's directive, the Ministry of Health... The Ministry of Health has issued a plan for the second phase of the 2025 campaign and achieved 96.4% of the target, continuing to implement the campaign for children aged 6 to 9 months and children aged 1 to 10 years.

Following the implementation of measles vaccination campaigns, compared to the first three months of 2025, the measles incidence rate began to decrease (6%) in the 1-10 year old age group (accounting for 61.4%); a slight decrease (0.4%) in the under-1 year old group (accounting for 2.7%, including children under 6 months old who were not indicated for measles vaccination), however, it increased by 6.4% in the over-10 year old age group (accounting for 35.9%, mainly in the 11-15 year old age group accounting for 19.2% and the over-16 year old age group accounting for 16.7%).

To continue implementing the measles vaccination campaign for target groups and quickly control the epidemic, based on the proposed vaccine needs and the scope of the measles vaccination campaign in provinces and cities, the Ministry of Health has urgently developed and issued Decision No. 1340/QD-BYT dated April 21, 2025, on the plan for implementing the third phase of the measles vaccination campaign in 2025.

With a strong sense of social responsibility and a commitment to public health,FPT Long Chau proactively proposed to partner with the Ministry of Health, officially donating half a million doses of measles vaccine and simultaneously implementing free measles vaccination at FPT Long Chau vaccination centers for eligible individuals according to the Ministry's plan. The first vaccine distribution is expected to be completed before April 30, 2025, and the second before May 15, 2025. The Ministry of Health will immediately distribute the vaccine to localities to ensure timely implementation of the vaccination campaign.

Attending the handover ceremony were Associate Professor Dr. Nguyen Thi Lien Huong, Deputy Minister of Health, leaders of the Department of Disease Prevention and Control, and representatives from various departments, bureaus, institutes, and media agencies. Representing FPT Group and the FPT Long Chau pharmacy and vaccination center system were Mr. Nguyen Van Khoa - General Director of FPT Group, Ms. Nguyen Bach Diep - Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of FPT Retail and General Director of FPT Long Chau, along with representatives from other professional departments.

The Ministry of Health receives half a million doses of measles vaccine donated by FPT Long Chau Vaccination Center.

At the handover ceremony, Associate Professor Dr. Nguyen Thi Lien Huong, Deputy Minister of Health, stated: "The goal of the 2025 measles vaccination campaign (Phase 3) is to ensure that 95% of eligible children who have not been vaccinated or have not received all doses of the measles-containing vaccine receive one dose of the measles-containing vaccine. The target groups for this plan are: children aged 6 months who are not yet due for vaccination in Phases 1 and 2 of the 2025 vaccination campaign; children aged 6 months to under 9 months who have not been vaccinated in Phases 1 and 2 of the 2025 vaccination campaign in high-risk areas or areas currently experiencing measles outbreaks; children aged 11 to 15 years in high-risk/very-high-risk communes/wards who have not been vaccinated or have not received all doses of the measles-containing vaccine; and children with unknown vaccination history or history of measles."

On behalf of the Ministry of Health leadership, Deputy Minister Nguyen Thi Lien Huong acknowledged and sincerely thanked FPT Long Chau for its timely and practical support and expressed the hope that the company would continue to cooperate with the Ministry of Health in implementing vaccination programs in Vietnam. These vaccines will be immediately distributed to localities to accelerate the vaccination process, contributing to disease control in accordance with the Prime Minister's directives.

On behalf of the Ministry of Health leadership, Deputy Minister Nguyen Thi Lien Huong acknowledged and sincerely thanked FPT Long Chau for its timely and practical support and expressed the hope that the company would continue to cooperate with the Ministry of Health in implementing immunization programs in Vietnam.

Speaking at the award ceremony, Mr. Nguyen Van Khoa, General Director of FPT Group, expressed: "FPT would like to express its gratitude and pride in accompanying the healthcare sector in the journey of protecting the Vietnamese people. Our contribution is still modest compared to the persistent, day-and-night efforts of the leaders of the Ministry of Health and frontline doctors and nurses."

Furthermore, the CEO of FPT also shared that FPT Long Chau's contribution will help bring about three improvements to the country's healthcare system: "Firstly, better prevention; secondly, better implementation; and secondly, less burden on medical personnel." As a partner in the healthcare sector, FPT hopes to support the Ministry of Health in preventive healthcare by strongly applying AI and data technology. Instead of continuing to rely on manual methods, we propose applying technological solutions to improve management efficiency, support frontline medical personnel, increase work productivity, and reduce pressure on medical staff. More importantly, we are committed to ensuring safety and improving the quality of healthcare for the people, especially in disadvantaged areas. FPT is ready to collaborate with the Ministry of Health to promote digital transformation in preventive healthcare, aiming for a proactive, intelligent, and sustainable healthcare system, in accordance with Resolution No. 57/NQ-TW of the Politburo on the development of science, technology, and innovation to serve national digital transformation. We will wholeheartedly contribute ideas for implementing communication activities on digital platforms, supporting the Ministry of Health in disseminating preventive healthcare information more quickly, accurately, and widely to every citizen, contributing to building a proactive and health-savvy community. In addition, Mr. Khoa, representing FPT Group, also expressed his deep gratitude to the Ministry of Health, frontline doctors and nurses, and all healthcare staff nationwide.

FPT Group CEO Nguyen Van Khoa speaks at the award ceremony.

Previously, in 2024, FPT Long Chau pioneered a partnership with the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention in implementing a public-private partnership project to provide free measles-rubella vaccinations, aiming to quickly curb the measles epidemic in the city. In addition, FPT Long Chau has continuously implemented programs to support people's access to vaccines and healthcare at reasonable costs. Over the years, the "Long Chau Sharing" journey has consistently provided thousands of free check-ups, millions of days' worth of medicine, and timely support to people in remote and disadvantaged areas.

Dr. Nguyen Minh Hong, Deputy Head of the Medical Council of FPT Long Chau Pharmacy and Vaccination Center, stated: "We understand that healthcare requires the collaboration of many entities, and every action, however small, contributes to building a healthier community. With everything we have, from our systems and technology to our people, FPT Long Chau would like to contribute our part – quietly but persistently – to accompany the healthcare sector in protecting the health of the Vietnamese people."

Through the donation of 500,000 doses of measles vaccine, FPT Long Chau also demonstrates its strong and unwavering commitment to supporting the national healthcare system, contributing to bringing preventive healthcare closer to every citizen, and reducing the burden of disease and healthcare costs in the future. FPT Long Chau is committed to continuing its efforts for a healthier Vietnam, where all citizens, wherever they may be, are protected from disease through dedicated care and advanced, safe, and sustainable healthcare solutions.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/fpt-long-chau-dong-hanh-cung-bo-y-te-trao-tang-nua-trieu-lieu-vac-xin-soi-185250422195204387.htm