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Vientiane, Kunming Hospitals Partner to Boost Cardiac Care in Laos

On 26 May, Mahosot Hospital in Vientiane Capital renewed its partnership with Fuwai Cardiovascular Hospital of Kunming, China, to enhance cardiac care in Laos. The renewed agreement, covering 2025 to 2029, aims to strengthen cardiology services at Mahosot Hospital by focusing on staff training, medical technology exchange, and equipment support. According...

Laos Sees Huge Drop in Dengue Fever Cases in 2025

Laos reported a notable decrease in dengue fever infections this year, with just over...

Phu Quoc Airport Set for Mega Upgrade Ahead of APEC 2027

Phu Quoc International Airport in Kien Giang Province will undergo major expansion and upgrades...

Ireland, WFP Back Climate-Resilient Farming for Women in Northern Laos

Press Release - The Ambassador of Ireland to Laos, Deirdre Ní Fhallúin, announced on...

Thailand Sees Surge in COVID-19 Cases, With Over 91,000 in First Five Months

Thailand is witnessing a significant rise in COVID-19 infections in 2025, with health authorities...

Laos Confirms 194 New Cases of Covid-19 with Large Numbers in Champasack Province

Laos has confirmed 194 new cases of Covid-19, bringing the total number of cases to 16,936. The country conducted 4,322 tests over the last 24...

Salavanh Residents Told To Stock Up On Food Before New Lockdown

Salavanh Province has issued a notice advising residents to prepare food and equipment in advance of a new lockdown in the province. The province has...

Laos Confirms 166 New Cases of Covid-19

Laos has confirmed 166 new cases of Covid-19, bringing the total number of cases to 16,742. The country conducted 4,322 tests over the last 24...

Laos Confirms 211 New Cases of Covid-19

Community spread continues in Laos as the nation confirms 211 new cases of Covid-19. The country conducted 5,385 tests over the last 24 hours,...

Harnessing Technology to Manage Flood, Drought Risks in Lower Mekong Basin

The Lower Mekong region remains highly vulnerable to increased flood and drought. To offset the increased risk, the Mekong River Commission (MRC) and its partners...

Laos to Produce Herbal Medicine in Capsule Form for the Treatment of Covid-19

Pharmaceutical producers in Laos are to begin the production of herbal treatments for Covid-19 in capsule form. Director-General of the Department of Communicable Disease Control,...