Hanoi, Feb. 26 -- Ensuring public health remains a priority in Vietnam's socio-economic development strategy, State President Luong Cuong affirmed at a meeting with a delegation of distinguished medical professionals in Hanoi on February 26, on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of Vietnamese Doctors' Day (February 27, 1955 - 2025).

According to Minister of Health Dao Hong Lan, Vietnam's healthcare system has undergone comprehensive expansion over the past 7 decades, ensuring nationwide coverage. In 2024, health insurance coverage reached 94.2%. The country now boasts an extensive medical network with over 13,000 healthcare facilities at all levels. Additionally, the average life expectancy of Vietnamese citizens has risen to 74.5 year...