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Taking sample for COVID-19 testing from a passenger (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The Hanoi Department of Health has directed relevant units to conduct random COVID-19 testing for between a week and ten days targeting about 1,000 people at the Noi Bai international airport . Director of the Department Tran Thi Nhi Ha said amid the complicated developments of COVID-19 in a number of localities, the department has organised a separated section at the airport for people travelling from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi and taken random samples for SARS-CoV-2 testing from them. On June 16, 97 random samples were collected, all turning out negative. The quick screening is expected to help the city decide suitable prevention and control measures regarding people arriving from pandemic-hit areas as well as take prompt actions when detecting COVID-19 cases. Apart from the airport, similar tests are also underway at local industrial clusters. Ha said Hanoi is taking proactive … [Read more...] about Hanoi conducts random COVID-19 testing for 1,000 people at Noi Bai airport

A pavilion at the first-ever livestream promoting products of Hanoi’s “One Commune, One Product” (OCOP) programme was held early this month. (Photo courtesy of the Hanoi Department of Agriculture and Rural Development ) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) – Hanoi’s Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has been supporting farmers, cooperatives, and enterprises to promote the consumption of farming products via modern distribution channels in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Deputy director of the department Nguyen Ngoc Son said that, to expand the agricultural product market, the department has strengthened the connection between Hanoi and other provinces and cities in consuming safe agricultural products. Of which, it has cooperated with the municipal Department of Industry and Trade to support localities’ trade promotion  activities in the capital city to increase the consumption of agricultural and seafood products. “Besides that, the department has also organised direct … [Read more...] about Hanoi promotes consumption of farming products amid COVID-19

An apartment building in Ha Dong district is quarantined after a resident tested positive to the SARS-CoV-2 virus. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Hanoi has recently recommended the Government direct competent ministries and sectors to timely issue guidance on meting out punishment to violations of COVID-19 prevention rules in the capital city amidst the new COVID-19 resurgence. In its latest report on COVID-19 control work sent to the Prime Minister on May 13, the city also suggested tight management of passenger and goods transport vehicles from other provinces to the city as the pandemic has become more complicated. The Ministry of Health (MoH) should direct hospitals to provide localities with a list of positive cases found in the hospitals along with detailed information on the patients so that the local authorities can trace the suspected COVID-19 cases in a timely fashion. Hanoi also urged neighbouring provinces to inspect the implementation of pandemic … [Read more...] about Hanoi recommends COVID-19 response measures

Once a stagnant flashpoint of pollution in Hanoi, a small section of the Truc Bach Lake waterfront has recently been glammed into a vibrantly-colored promenade with photo-ready backdrops. The makeover took place on a 200-meter stretch between the Ngu Xa 1 and Ngu Xa 2 Bridges, both of which span a small canal to connect the Truc Bach lakeshore with an islet on the lake. According to local resident Nguyen Van Trung, this area was once strewn with trash which emanated strong odors that repelled passers-by. Now, it has been given a new lease on life, with both canal banks paved with stone tilings, decorated with colorful lanterns, and touched up with murals promoting environmental awareness. Houses are painted in vibrant colors at the glammed-up promenade of Truc Bach Lake, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi. Photo: Nguyen Hien / Tuoi Tre Two rows of houses with 28 units were also been repainted into successive blocks of bright colors capable of drawing attention from passing … [Read more...] about In Hanoi, trash-strewn lakeshore gets flamboyant facelift

Hoang Duc Hanh, deputy director of the municipal Department of Health, on Saturday said the municipal People's Committee would consider relaxing certain Covid-19 control measures. However, exactly when and which kind of businesses and services get to reopen have yet to be announced. Hanoi's Party unit recently stated the city could reopen certain businesses and activities, as well as outdoor sporting activities with 20 people or less, but that the municipal People's Committee must carefully consider the timing and ensure all necessary coronavirus prevention measures are in place to prevent further outbreaks. Tran Dac Phu, former head of the General Department of Preventive Medicine under the Ministry of Health, said whether coronavirus control measures could be relaxed or not does not depend on if a locality has gone 14 or 21 days without new cases. Each locality can decide on an appropriate time to do so, depending on their own unique situation. "The coronavirus situation has … [Read more...] about Hanoi considers reopening certain businesses, allowing outdoor sports