Manulife has provided more than 12,000 free medical check-ups for the people.

Manulife has provided over 12,000 free medical check-ups to the public. The program has helped many people 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

Over 12,000 medical check-ups were conducted across 6 provinces and cities.

Manulife stated 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 examinations for over 12,000 people in six provinces and cities including Hanoi , Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hai Phong, Thanh Hoa, and Nghe An in July, November, and December 2024.

The program targets elderly people, people in difficult circumstances, families receiving government assistance, military personnel, demobilized soldiers, young people, and general laborers in the local area…

Aiming to raise public awareness about the harmful effects of Helicobacter Pylori (HP) bacteria, one of the leading risk factors for stomach cancer, at the aforementioned health check-up events, people were tested for HP bacteria through blood samples and underwent cancer screening as prescribed by their doctors.

Furthermore, the program also provides free blood tests, ultrasounds, chest X-rays, electrocardiograms, bone density measurements, and consultations, as well as free medication for the public.

The program involved over 500 doctors and nurses, along with the support of hundreds of Manulife volunteers.

Ms. Tina Nguyen, General Director of Manulife Vietnam, stated that alongside business activities, we prioritize researching and implementing community programs that are appropriate for each period.

Currently, Manulife prioritizes community healthcare, aiming to contribute to raising public awareness about health protection for a better quality of life, reducing the risk of illness and medical expenses.

Many people are found to be infected with H. pylori and other related conditions.

According to Manulife, many people reported that through these community health check-up activities, they were able to detect their health conditions in a timely manner, especially gastrointestinal diseases.

According to statistics from the Vietnam Young Doctors Association, among more than 12,000 people participating in the "Healthy Living Every Day" program, 2,684 cases tested positive for H. pylori bacteria via rapid tests and were subsequently confirmed by breath tests at medical facilities.

Notably, the vast majority of detected H. pylori infections are 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 bacteria, and 80% of stomach cancer cases are related to this bacteria.

Of particular concern is the high rate of antibiotic resistance in H. pylori in Vietnam, making effective treatment difficult.

Therefore, early detection of H. pylori bacteria helps people to receive treatment early and make changes to their habits and lifestyles.

Besides gastrointestinal diseases, many people have also been found to have other non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

Specifically, over 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, the permanent vice president and general secretary of the Vietnam Young Doctors Association, given the increasing trend of diseases and their younger age groups, organizing community health programs is a practical activity that not only helps people detect illnesses early but also creates conditions for disadvantaged people to access quality medical services.

The "Healthy Living Every Day" program demonstrates the long-term vision of organizations like Manulife Vietnam in improving public health, exemplifying effective public-private partnerships in delivering tangible 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, Healthy, and Green Living" community program, aimed at raising public awareness about health and the harmful effects of H. pylori bacteria, while also 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