Dong Nai rolls out synchronous breakthrough solutions to improve public health

Vaccinating children at Dong Nai CDC. Photo: Hanh Dung

The goal by 2030 is to build an equitable, high-quality, efficient, and transparent healthcare system in Dong Nai; to control diseases effectively; to strengthen grassroots healthcare capacity; to accelerate digital transformation; and to develop a highly qualified medical workforce. In particular, all residents must have full and timely access to safe, quality basic
healthcare services. The province also encourages the development of private healthcare and social welfare models, especially those focused on elderly care.

Healthcare for elderly seniors at Dong Nai General Hospital. Photo: Hanh Dung

The plan sets a series of specific breakthrough targets: by 2030, average life expectancy is expected to reach about 77.67 years, including at least 68 healthy years. The vaccination rate is to exceed 95%, 100% of the population is to receive at least one periodic health check-up a
year, and the public satisfaction rate with healthcare services is to exceed 90%.

Free health check-ups for disadvantaged people in the province. Photo: Hanh Dung

The health sector is also striving to achieve 13–15 doctors and 32 hospital beds per 10,000 people, ensure universal health insurance coverage, and have 100% of communes and wards meet national health criteria. All medical wastewater is to be treated to meet standards.
Population work will continue to focus on maintaining a reasonable fertility rate, controlling sex imbalance at birth, and improving overall population quality.
One of the highlights of the plan is to enhance the capacity of grassroots and preventive healthcare, considering it a "shield" to protect community health. The health sector will focus on investing in facilities, supplementing human resources and equipment, and effectively implementing national target programs in healthcare and population.

Doctor at Dong Nai Dermatology Hospital using electronic medical records. Photo: Hanh Dung

In parallel, digital transformation is identified as a breakthrough. The province will complete electronic health records, electronic medical records, and electronic prescriptions; build a universal health database, and connect it with national systems. Managing people's health throughout their life cycle will improve the effectiveness of care and disease prevention.
Notably, starting from 2026, Dong Nai will organize periodic health check-ups and free screenings integrated with health insurance services, aiming to establish electronic health records for all residents. By 2030, at least three hospitals are expected to reach advanced specialty levels, alongside the establishment of specialized centers in cardiology, oncology, stroke treatment, emergency care (115), otorhinolaryngology, obstetrics and pediatrics, and urology.

Modern laboratory system at Hoan My Dong Nai Hospital. Photo: Hanh Dung

Beyond professional improvements, the plan underscores the importance of social security in healthcare. Vulnerable groups, including the elderly, people with disabilities, and disadvantaged children, will be prioritized for health services, regular check-ups, and rehabilitation support. The province will also develop integrated healthcare–social care and healthcare–resort models, expand social assistance networks, and improve the quality of long-term care services.
Looking ahead to 2045, Dong Nai aims to build a modern healthcare system on par with developed countries in the region, with life expectancy exceeding 80 years and residents enjoying healthy lives in a high-quality environment.