Nearly 2,700 people were found positive for HP bacteria

Manulife has provided over 12,000 free medical check-ups to the public. The program has helped many people to detect positive cases of H. pylori bacteria, dyslipidemia, and other health problems in a timely manner.

Through Manulife's free health checkup program, many people were found to be positive for H. pylori bacteria – one of the causes of stomach cancer. Photo: MANULIFE

Manulife announced that the "Healthy Living Every Day" series of events is an initiative of the company in 2024, aimed at realizing its efforts to invest in the community. The program, organized by Manulife in collaboration with the Vietnam Young Doctors Association, will provide free medical check-ups for over 12,000 people in six provinces and cities: Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hai Phong, Thanh Hoa, and Nghe An in July, November, and December 2024. The program targets the elderly, disadvantaged individuals, families receiving government assistance, military personnel, demobilized soldiers, youth, and local workers. Aiming to raise community awareness about the harmful effects of Helicobacter Pylori (HP) bacteria, one of the leading causes of stomach cancer, at the aforementioned health check-up events, people receive HP blood tests and cancer screenings as prescribed by doctors. Furthermore, the program includes blood tests, ultrasounds, chest X-rays, electrocardiograms, bone density measurements, and free consultations and medication distribution. The program involves over 500 doctors and medical professionals, supported by hundreds of Manulife volunteers. Ms. Tina Nguyen, General Director of Manulife Vietnam, stated that alongside business activities, we prioritize researching and implementing appropriate community programs at different times. Currently, Manulife prioritizes community health care, aiming to contribute to raising public awareness about health protection for a better quality of life, reducing disease risks and medical costs. Many people have been found to be infected with H. pylori and other diseases . According to Manulife, many people reported that through these community health check-up activities, they were able to promptly detect their health conditions, especially gastrointestinal diseases. According to statistics from the Vietnam Young Doctors Association, out of more than 12,000 people participating in the "Healthy Living Every Day" program, 2,684 cases tested positive for H. pylori through rapid tests and were subsequently confirmed by breath tests at medical facilities. Significantly, the majority of detected H. pylori infections were asymptomatic. The Vietnam Young Doctors Association also stated that the estimated rate of H. pylori infection nationwide is higher than this figure, especially in areas with limited healthcare facilities. According to data from the Ministry of Health , up to 70% of Vietnamese people are infected with H. pylori, and 80% of stomach cancer cases are related to this bacterium. Of particular concern is the high rate of antibiotic resistance in H. pylori in Vietnam, making effective treatment difficult. Therefore, timely detection of H. pylori helps people to seek treatment early and change their habits and lifestyles. Besides gastrointestinal diseases, many people are also found to have other non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Specifically, more than 3,360 people were found to have dyslipidemia. Nearly 3,000 people with abnormal blood pressure readings were re-examined with electrocardiograms… According to Master Nguyen Huu Tu, permanent vice president and general secretary of the Vietnam Young Doctors Association, given the increasing trend of diseases affecting younger people, organizing community health programs is a practical activity. It not only helps people detect illnesses early but also allows those in difficult circumstances to access quality medical services. The "Healthy Living Every Day" program demonstrates the long-term vision of organizations like Manulife Vietnam in improving community health, exemplifying effective public-private partnerships in bringing practical value to society as a whole.

The "Healthy Living Every Day" series of events, first organized by Manulife in July 2024 for 2,000 people in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi , was subsequently expanded to 10,000 people in Hai Phong, Thanh Hoa, Nghe An, Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City, and Hanoi in December 2024. This is an integral part of the "Clean, Smart, and Green Living" community program, aimed at raising community awareness about health and the harmful effects of H. pylori bacteria, while encouraging the spread of a healthy lifestyle in terms of physical, mental, and financial well-being.

Source: https://tuoitre.vn/gan-2-700-nguoi-dan-duoc-phat-hien-duong-tinh-voi-vi-khuan-hp-20250106151051664.htm