HEALTH

Hospitals

In Hanoi, there are some international clinics and hospital open to foreigners for medical consultations and treatments but all of them are private. Beside private hospitals, Hanoi also has public hospitals with high qualifications and appropriate price for foreign students.
The list of hospital in Hanoi are following and you can choose the most suitable one for you:
  • International hospitals: Hanoi French Hospital, International ​SOS Hanoi, Hanoi Family ​Medical Practice
  • Local public hospitals: Bach Mai hospital (for Internal Medicine), Viet Duc Hospital (for Surgery), Saint-Paul Hospital (general practice)
For the full list of hospitals and detail informations: click here

Medicine and Vaccination

​There are no special immunization required for those travelling or moving to Vietnam. However, expats moving to Vietnam should ensure that their vaccinations for the following diseases are up to date:
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Tetanus
  • Diphtheria
  • Rabies (optional, but advisable for those travelling or working in rural areas)
Pharmacies in Hanoi are well stocked and easy to find. They can be found on any major shopping street or mall. But you need to remember that in order to ensure your safety, you need to have prescription medication of physician before going to the drug stores.

Insurance

​Vietnam is generally listed as a safer place to visit, but anything can happen and it is better that you get yourself prepared. Getting insurance sometimes will save you thousands of dollars, but in the least it gives you peace of mind. You know you are protected to a certain extent.
This should cover flight and trip cancellation insurance, travel health insurance, medical evacuation insurance, and baggage coverage insurance. Depending on your particular course and preference, you may find one that best suits your interest.
Below are some of the more prestigious travel insurance providers by Vietnam and other countries:
​AIG
Ha Noi Office
Address: Unit 501, 5th Floor, Ha Noi Towers, 49 Hai Ba Trung, Hoan Kiem Dist, Hanoi. 
Tel: (84-4) 3936 1455
Fax: (84-4) 3936 1456
Website: www.aig.com.vn
 
Insurance in Asia by IF Consulting
Address: EuroCham / Hotel Sofitel Plaza, 1 Thanh Nien Road, Hanoi, Vietnam
Tel: (+84 4) 3936 5370
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.insuranceinasia.com
 
Baoviet Insurance Corporation
Address: 35 Hai Ba Trung, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi
Phone: +84 4 39343125
 
Liberty Mutual Insurance
Hanoi Branch Office
Address: Hoa Binh International Towers, 16th Floor, 106 Hoang Quoc Viet, Cau Giay District, Hanoi, Vietnam
Tel: (84-4) 3 7557 111
Fax: (84-4) 3 7557 066

Some useful Vietnamese terms

Here are some advantageous Vietnamese words which can help you find what you need:

SAFETY

Personal security

​Vietnam is a peaceful country but like other places, especially you are new to, it is necessary for you to pay attention to your personal security. For example, always carry your money, ID card and passport in an inside pocket, not in your back or outer pocket of coats or jackets. In addition, do not bring a lot of cash with you, just enough to meet your day-to-day needs. You should avoid leaving your luggage or bag anywhere you cannot see them because it is might be taken away without your notice, leading to huge consequences about  not only finance but also mental for you. In conclusion, you should be careful to protect yourself. 

Emergency contact   

  • 113: POLICE  
  • 114: FIRE
  • 115: HEALTH EMERGENCY
  • 116: LOCAL CALL ASSISTANCE