Hanoi, Nov. 12 -- Minister of Health Dao Hong Lan on November 12 addressed questions from deputies at the ongoing 15th National Assembly's 8th session regarding key issues in her sector, such as the oversight of substandard private clinics, the sale of over-the-counter medicine, and benefits for healthcare workers engaged in disease prevention and disaster response. Responding to inquiries about managing private clinics that fail to meet standards, the minister stated that under the law on medical examination and treatment, each clinic is granted only one operating licence. This licence is based on compliance with strict requirements for facilities, equipment, and qualified personnel. Over the years, several clinics have faced suspension du...