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| Representatives of Hue leaders present flowers to congratulate the conference |
Attending the event were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Kiem Hao, Member of the City Party Committee and Director of the Department of Health of Hue, along with city leaders and leading experts in endocrinology, diabetes, and cardiology working at hospitals nationwide.
According to statistics from the International Diabetes Federation, in 2024, approximately 589 million people worldwide were living with diabetes, a figure projected to rise to 853 million by 2050. Notably, type 2 diabetes accounts for 90–95% of total cases, with about half remaining undiagnosed. In Vietnam, the prevalence of diabetes and prediabetes stands at 7,3% and 17,8%, respectively, among people aged 30 - 69, with over 60% of cases undetected in the community. These figures highlight the urgent need to innovate disease management and treatment approaches.
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| Health consultations for residents at Phu Vang Medical Center |
Held over two days, April 3rd - 4th , under the theme “Optimizing the Management of Endocrine Diseases, Diabetes, and Metabolic Disorders”, the conference attracted nearly 400 doctors, experts, and healthcare workers nationwide, featuring 50 scientific reports presented by professors, associate professors, PhD holders, and doctors from major hospitals such as Hue Central Hospital, University Medical Center Ho Chi Minh City, and Family Hospital Da Nang…along with many other healthcare institutions.
The reports focused on updating new advances in endocrine treatment, particularly diabetes and its related complications. The conference serves not only as an important scientific forum for updating professional knowledge but also as an opportunity for medical professionals to exchange practical experience in diagnosing, treating, and managing non-communicable diseases, which are currently rising rapidly.
Many key topics were presented, including updates on treatment guidelines for diabetes and cardiovascular–renal complications based on the latest recommendations; diagnosis and treatment of stable coronary artery disease in patients with type 2 diabetes; and evidence-based 24-hour blood pressure control. In addition, reports on precision medicine applications, the effectiveness of next-generation insulin, and continuous glucose monitoring techniques provided practical insights for treatment. The conference also addressed related conditions such as heart failure, chronic kidney disease, metabolic-associated fatty liver disease, thyroid disorders, and osteoporosis in diabetic patients. These topics contribute to a more comprehensive approach to managing multiple comorbidities.
A new feature of this year’s conference was the inclusion of English-language presentation sessions, creating opportunities for young doctors and researchers to enhance their international integration skills. At the same time, nursing reports focused on patient care and monitoring, contributing to improved treatment outcomes in clinical practice.
The 9th Ancient City Scientific Conference not only affirms the role of Hue in medical training and research but also promotes professional connectivity, aiming to improve the quality of healthcare services for the public amid the increasing burden of non-communicable diseases.