4:00 PM, 26/10/2009
First cyclotron center inaugurated in VN
VGP – The debut and operation of the first cyclotron center will surely open a new stage of development for Việt Nam’s nuclear medicine, meeting the increasing needs for diagnosis of such conditions as heart diseases and cancer.
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PM Nguyễn Tấn Dũng cuts the inaugural band of the cyclotron center, Hà Nội, October 26, 2009 – Photo: VGP
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The Military Hospital 108 on Monday organized the inauguration of its Cyclotron Center 30 MeV, the first one of its kind in Việt Nam , which was built for two years.
The center is supposed to be a modern and effective instrument for doctor in Hà Nội and the surrounding provinces to make breakthroughs in diagnosing, monitoring, assessing and controlling heart diseases and cancer - the two top fatal conditions in Việt Nam .
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PM Nguyễn Tấn Dũng tours the cyclotron center after its inauguration ceremony, Hà Nội, October 26, 2009 – Photo: VGP
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Attending the inauguration, PM Nguyễn Tấn Dũng noted that, in 2006, the Government already issued the strategy on atomic energy application for peaceful purposes, especially national socio-economic development and medical treatment.
The center will be the foundation to build a national radiation treatment center soon.
PM Dũng asked the Military Hospital 108 to closely work with research institutions, universities and other relevant agencies to make full use of this facility.
