That's life

06/04/2026

Type 2 Diabetes and Prediabetes - The importance of early screening

[VOVWORLD] - In this episode of Doctor at Home, we speak with Dr. Dinh Trung Hoa, a specialist in internal medicine and endocrinology who cares for patients with diabetes, thyroid diseases, and other metabolic disorders. Drawing on his daily experience working with patients and their families, Dr. Hoa explains what happens in the body when Type 2 diabetes develops, the warning signs people should watch for, and why early screening is important.

06/04/2026

Spending less, living more: Vietnam’s youth rethink money habits

[VOVWORLD] - As daily habits evolve in Vietnam’s bustling cities, more young people are quietly reshaping the way they spend. From skipping impulse buys to cooking at home, they are choosing a more mindful approach to money, not out of necessity alone, but as a way to regain balance and control in their everyday lives.

20/03/2026

From California streets to Lao Cai classrooms: Teaching English through dance

(VOVWORLD) - Most of us remember English class as chalkboards and irregular verbs. But in a classroom in Lao Cai, things sound a little different—and a lot louder. Shidaun Campbell, an American instructional designer and professional popper, is teaching English not just through words, but through movement. As an English Language Fellow, he brings hip-hop and street dance into the classroom, helping students connect language with lived experience. In “That’s Life” this week, we explore how one teacher is swapping textbooks for dance breaks to bridge cultures—from the mountains of Northern Vietnam to the streets of California.

14/03/2026

Helmets for the future: Protecting Hanoi’s young riders

(VOVWORLD) - If you’ve ever stood on a street corner in Hanoi during rush hour, surrounded by a sea of motorbikes, you’ve felt the pulse of Vietnam’s economy. But beneath that pulse is a sobering reality. Every year, 2,000 young lives are lost in traffic accidents in Vietnam, according to the WHO. Today, we’re looking at a new Hanoi initiative - a collaboration between the Swedish Embassy, helmet maker Protec, and Trung Yen Primary School - to make sure that every child who leaves for school in the morning returns safely in the afternoon.

22/02/2026

Year of the Horse: Horse carriage rides on Thoi Son islet

(VOVWORLD) - The first days of the Lunar New Year (Tet) are often a time for travel and relaxation. On Thoi Sơn Islet in Dong Thap province, the steady sound of horse hooves mixes with laughter and conversation as visitors come to enjoy the countryside. In the Year of the Horse, VOV brings you a story about the people who patiently train and care for carriage horses in Thoi Son, and how this unique local service thrives.

31/01/2026

Eat smart, play better pickleball

(VOVWORLD) - Pickleball may be easy to pick up, but playing well from the first point to the last requires more than just skills. With the sport going viral and attracting players of all ages, knowing what to eat, when to eat, and how to stay properly hydrated has become increasingly important. In today’s Doctor at Home, we speak with Alice Nguyen, a sports nutritionist at Evolve Clinic in Ho Chi Minh City, about practical nutrition strategies that help pickleball players maintain energy, recover faster, and enjoy the game without burnout.

31/01/2026

Living Lunar New Year Festival Unfolds at “Tet Viet – Tet Pho 2026”

(VOVWORLD) - For many Vietnamese people, Tet is not just a holiday, but a cherished memory. At the ongoing Tet Viet – Tet Pho 2026 program in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, those memories are gently recalled in a familiar setting. The traditional Lunar New Year-themed space installation and Spring Market at the Hanoi Centre for Cultural and Arts, 22 Hang Buom Street, Hoan Kiem Ward, Hanoi, is open until March 17, expecting large numbers of domestic and international visitors.

10/01/2026

Learning, teaching and belonging as Peace Corps volunteers find home in Vietnam

(VOVWORLD) - Last year, as the US and Vietnam marked 30 years of normalized relations, a new group of “citizen diplomats” arrived in Vietnam. The fourth cohort of US Peace Corps volunteers officially began their two-year journey, working mainly in education and people-to-people exchange. Their presence reflects a growing connection between the two countries, one built not just through policy, but through everyday interactions and shared experiences at the community level.

03/01/2026

A psychologist’s 18,000-kilometer journey connects Vietnam and Isfahan

(VOVWORLD) -Arezoo Eskandari, a clinical psychologist, professional athlete, and tourism ambassador for Iran’s historic city of Isfahan, is cycling 18,000 kilometers across Asia. After a demanding month riding south from Beijing, she has arrived in Vietnam—one of the destinations she was eager to experience. Known among Iranian travelers for its warm hospitality and striking landscapes, Vietnam quickly lived up to its reputation. From her first encounter with a local family at the border to her early days cycling through Hanoi, Arezoo has found strong cultural connections and a shared philosophy of “slow life.” She spoke with VOV about her journey, her values, and the bridges she is building along the way.

24/12/2025

Lakshya Jain, Vishal Bhaiya from India and a wonderful week in Vietnam

(VOVWORLD) -What happens when two young people from India take a spontaneous tour of a country they barely know? For Lakshya Jain and his friend Vishal Bhaiya, that simple decision took them on an unexpected journey, one filled with warmth, generosity, adventure, and moments they never imagined they would experience. What was meant to be a quick escape from their busy routines turned into seven unforgettable days that changed the way they saw Vietnam.