The Vietnamese government has put forward a proposal to the National Assembly to waive hospital fees for near-poor households and seniors aged over 75, starting in 2027. This move aims to ease healthcare costs for vulnerable groups.
Health Minister Dao Hong Lan revealed the plan during the ongoing 15th National Assembly session on Monday. Additionally, from 2026, all citizens would qualify for at least one free annual health check-up or screening.
Funding for these free check-ups will come from the health insurance fund and the state budget, underlining the government’s commitment to affordable healthcare.
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