In alignment with its sustainable development orientation, the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) identifies health and well-being as a fundamental pillar alongside education and research. To enhance quality of life and promote sustainable health systems, UEH not only prioritizes the internal health care of its students and staff but also establishes extensive collaborative networks with health organizations at the local, national, and international levels to implement tangible, impactful initiatives.
At the local level, UEH collaborates with Phuong Dong International Eye Center to provide periodic eye screening programs for university staff and students, ensuring access to preventive health care. UEH also partners with the Tay Nguyen Regional General Hospital and local health stations in Vinh Long Province to organize various community health outreach activities, contributing to improved public health and community well-being.
At the national level, UEH conducts annual voluntary blood donation campaigns, contributing over 1,500 units of blood in 2024 to support national health services. The university also organizes workshops on health insurance awareness, achieving a 98.75% participation rate among students in the national health insurance system—supporting the goal of universal health coverage.
At the global level, UEH co-organized the International Workshop on Mental Health Awareness and Care Capacity Building (September 2024) in partnership with the Australian National University (ANU). This initiative brought global health knowledge and best practices in mental health care to UEH students and faculty, fostering international dialogue on mental well-being. In parallel, the Health and Agricultural Policy Research Institute (HAPRI) continues to serve as UEH’s key platform for international cooperation in health economics and public health research, engaging in interdisciplinary projects and evidence-based policy development.
UEH also integrates health and well-being into its education and research missions through partnerships with health institutions across all three levels—local, national, and global. Beyond community initiatives, the university officially launched the Hospital Management Program, developed in close collaboration with hospitals and health organizations to ensure the curriculum aligns with practical healthcare needs and social demand. A notable example is the strategic cooperation agreement with Hung Vuong Hospital, which includes joint curriculum design, student internships, and specialized training in health economics and hospital management.
In terms of research, Health and Agricultural Policy Research Institute (HAPRI) serves as the central unit leading interdisciplinary studies on public health, healthcare systems, and the interconnection between agriculture and health. Collaborating with domestic and international health partners, HAPRI generates evidence-based policy recommendations that contribute to strengthening sustainable and equitable healthcare systems.
Through these continuous initiatives and partnerships, UEH demonstrates its strong commitment not only to improving internal health and well-being but also to advancing health education, applied research, and community engagement—actively contributing to a sustainable healthcare system.
| Program | Target group | Scope | Description | Results |
| Strategic Cooperation Agreement Signing with Hung Vuong Hospital | – Students
– Lecturers, experts, and UEH and Hung Vuong Hospital staff |
Local level (Hung Vuong Hospital) | The College of Economics, Law and Government (CELG) – University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) and Hung Vuong Hospital officially signed a Strategic Cooperation Agreement, marking a significant milestone in strengthening the collaborative relationship between the two institutions.
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The strategic partnership agreement establishes specific objectives:
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| Eye examinations for staff, employees, and their families | UEH staff, employees, and their families | Local level (Phuong Dong International Eye Center) | For the advancement of women, UEH Labor Union, in collaboration with the Phuong Dong International Eye Center, organized an eye examination at Hall A103, Campus A, UEH, in celebration of the 23rd anniversary of Vietnamese Family Day.
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The program provided eye examinations and consultations on eye-related health issues for more than 250 UEH staff, employees, and their families. |
| Accompanying UEH in nurturing bright and healthy eyes. | UEH Students | Local level (Phuong Dong International Eye Center) | The free eye examination and screening event for students, jointly organized by the Orient International Eye Center and UEH, took place from October 1 to October 9, 2024.
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The program attracted deep interest from nearly 1,000 students, receiving highly positive feedback regarding the quality of services and the dedication of the organizing team. |
| Volunteer program “Spring Sunshine 2024” | Local residents in difficult circumstances | Local, National (Dak Lak Department of Health, Tay Nguyen Regional General Hospital, Dak Lak Young Doctors Association) | The charity program was part of the series of events welcoming the 10th Anniversary of the establishment of the Faculty of Public Management (27/02/2014-27/02/2024), the Faculty of Public Management – School of Economics, Law and Public Management UEH, together with the Faculty’s Alumni Liaison Board (UEH – SOG Alumni), coordinated with the Buon Ma Thuot City Police, the Tay Nguyen Regional General Hospital, and the Dak Lak Provincial Young Doctors Association to organize the event
Doctors provided examinations, consultations, and medications 
Granting free health insurance to poor, ethnic minority households. |
The program provided examinations, free medication, and health consultation for nearly 300 residents of Hoa Xuan Commune, Buon Ma Thuot City. In addition, the program also distributed over 100 health insurance cards to ethnic minorities in difficult circumstances |
| 2024 Economics Student Volunteer Campaign: UEH Youth Joining the “Year of Youth Volunteers” | – Students
– Local residents |
Local (Hoa Tinh Commune Health Station, Mang Thit District, Vinh Long) | UEH volunteer students, in collaboration with the Hoa Tinh commune health facility, Mang Thit district, Vinh Long, carried out health care activities for the community. |
The program received enthusiastic interest and participation from local residents regarding health aspects, in response to the peak activity day “Volunteer Soldiers for Social Security and Community Health.” |
| Voluntary Blood Donation | – Students
– Community of patients in need of blood |
Local and National level (Vietnam Red Cross; Ho Chi Minh City Blood Transfusion and Hematology Hospital) | – Based on Decision 43/2000/QD-TTg on mobilizing and encouraging voluntary blood donation issued by the Prime Minister; Decision No. 235/QD-TTG of the Prime Minister on the establishment of the National Steering Committee for Voluntary Blood Donation.
– Organizing periodic blood donation, propagating humanitarian blood donation. 
UEH lecturers and students participated in the Voluntary Blood Donation. |
– 562 blood donations, corresponding to nearly 196,700 units of blood donated.
– With each blood donation contributing 50,000 VND to the “Bright Future” scholarship fund, the 49th Blood Donation Week contributed 28,100,000 VND to the scholarship fund to support poor, disadvantaged students. |
| Research “Trade liberalization and nutrition transition” | International / National level
HAPRI + international research co-authors |
Research “Trade liberalization and nutrition transition” | ||
| Research applying the Health Belief Model – adult weight management in Ho Chi Minh City | Community | National, Local level (In collaboration with both domestic and international health research authors) | Research on behavior, providing knowledge about psychological factors affecting health behavior. | |
| Student psychological health care programs and communication series | Students | Local level (Yoga expert) | UEH focuses on caring for both the physical and mental health of UEH students. Specifically:
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The programs and communication series accompany UEH students in enhancing and improving multi-aspect health, spreading valuable knowledge to help students maintain good health in life. |
| Students Explore Health Insurance Benefits – Healthcare with UEH | Students | National level (National Social Insurance System) | The workshop program exchanged knowledge about student health insurance for UEH students, enthusiastically answering questions to help students feel more confident when using health services for health care. |
The program attracted the participation of over 80 students.
The mandatory health insurance participation rate in 2024 at UEH is 98.75%. |
| Voluntary Blood Donation | Students | National level (National Social Insurance System) | UEH continuously organized Voluntary Blood Donation drives for UEH students, including: the 49th, 50th, 51st, and 52nd Voluntary Blood Donation. These drives received enthusiastic support from a large number of students. |
Received over 1,500 units of blood along with 37,350,000 VND from the fundraising blood donation drives for the “Bright Future” scholarship. |
| Communication Series on Public Health Awareness | UEH staffs, students | National and International level (Medical documents, guidelines, healthcare, and health consultation both domestic and international) | – WORKSHOP “BALANCING PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH TO ADAPT TO THE DIGITAL LIFE” – ENSURING SAFETY FOR A COMPLETE SUMMER – BALANCING MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH – SMALL TIPS TO CONQUER THE HOT SUMMER DAYS |
Multichannel communication and sending 11 e-news issues to learners and staff, equipping them with knowledge for physical and mental health care. |
| The seminar “Enhancing the Capacity to Identify and Care for Mental Health” aims to equip UEH students and staff with the necessary knowledge for caring for and maintaining good mental health. | UEH students, staffs | International level (Australian National University) | Equipping the necessary knowledge for caring for and maintaining good mental health: signs of stress, causes of stress, common psychological illnesses in young people such as anxiety disorders, depression, etc. Learning how to identify, prevent, protect, and maintain healthy psychological well-being, along with relaxation exercises: slow breathing, stretching, etc., and answering students’ questions related to common psychological issues.
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Nearly 900 learners and staff raised awareness and skills in identifying and self-caring for mental health. |
| UEH’s research on health | Community | National + International level | Research papers on health conducted and published in international journals by HAPRI members in collaboration with other UEH institutes and Vietnamese researchers, including:
– Small technologies make a big difference: Alleviating energy poverty to improve air quality – Mental health around retirement: evidence of Ashenfelter’s dip – Research on Electricity reliability and electric cooking: What can we learn from cross-national comparisons? |
Building awareness of health protection, potential health issues regarding both physical and mental well-being, and spreading academic value globally. |
| International Workshop of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) in Southeast Asia with the theme “Architectural Design for Healthy and Sustainable Living.” | Community | International level | The Institute of Smart Cities and Management (ISCM), in collaboration with the American Institute of Architects (AIA) in Southeast Asia and other partners, organized the AIA International Workshop in Southeast Asia on the theme “Architectural Design for Healthy and Sustainable Living.” The workshop put forth numerous architectural and urban solutions linked to community health. | The workshop attracted the participation of 63 experts from 10 countries, spreading sustainable architectural-urban design solutions and connecting the international network. |
| Public Knowledge Dissemination Programs on Health for the Community | UEH students, staffs | Local level | Thematic Report “Nutrition – Improving Health, Enhancing Quality of Life”
Thematic report: “Nutrition – Improving Health, Enhancing Quality of Life” Seminar “Modern Women: Living Joyfully, Healthily, and Happily”
UEH representative presented flowers to thank Doctor Hong Nhu from Tu Du Hospital. Seminar “Stress Control in Life”
Stroke Prevention Health Screening Program
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UEH invited highly qualified speakers working at major local hospitals and reputable healthcare facilities, bringing positive value in health knowledge to the UEH learning community and staff. |
Compared to 2023, the medical cooperation activities of the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) in 2024 have made outstanding advancements, clearly demonstrating an expansion in scale, depth, and social impact. Key highlights include:
+ Regarding cooperation with health organizations: Marked a strong expansion of UEH’s cooperation network, featuring many strategic partnerships at the local, national, and international levels. Notably, this includes signing a long-term cooperation agreement wit Hung Vuong Hospital, regular collaboration with the Pacific International Eye Center, organizing healthcare activities in Buon Ma Thuot and Vinh Long, as well as expanding international research cooperation with the Australian National University.
+ Regarding scale and implementation form: Implementation of various activity series, including periodic health check-ups and care, workshops – seminars, charitable campaigns combined with community medical consulting, and multi-channel health communication.
+ Regarding social impact: The programs reached a large scale, with nearly 1,000 students participating in free eye exams, 1,500 units of blood donated, 300 residents of Buon Ma Thuot receiving free examinations and medicine, and 900 learners and staff participating in mental health programs.
+ Regarding systemic nature and depth: Clearly demonstrated the cohesion between medical cooperation, training, and research, forming a sustainable system with the participation of multiple stakeholders.
With practical cooperation efforts alongside healthcare organizations at various levels, UEH has been contributing to spreading humanitarian values, raising health awareness, and building a socially responsible academic community. These cooperation programs not only bring direct benefits to the university’s students, lecturers, and staff but also create a positive impact on the community, contributing to building a healthy, compassionate, and sustainably developing society. Thereby, affirming UEH’s commitment to improving health for both the internal community and society, simultaneously contributing to national health policy and sharing global medical knowledge.
Open related links:
1. Health and Agricultural Policy Research Institute – https://www.hapri.org/newsevents/categories/research
2. Strategic Cooperation Agreement Signing with Hung Vuong Hospital – https://ueh.edu.vn/en/news/ueh-celg-and-hung-vuong-hospital-signing-a-strategic-cooperation-agreement-connecting-training-with-practice-developing-high-quality-human-resources-73810
3. Eye examinations for staff, employees, and their families – https://ueh.edu.vn/cuoc-song-ueh/tin-tuc/ueh-to-chuc-chuong-trinh-kham-tam-soat-mat-cho-vien-chuc-nguoi-lao-dong-va-gia-dinh-nhan-ky-niem-ngay-gia-dinh-viet-nam-28-6-72029
4. Accompanying UEH in nurturing bright and healthy eyes – https://ueh.edu.vn/cuoc-song-ueh/tin-tuc/cham-soc-mat-sang-khoe-cung-sinh-vien-ueh-72635
5. Volunteer program “Spring Sunshine 2024” – https://ueh.edu.vn/cuoc-song-ueh/tin-tuc/chuong-trinh-thien-nguyen-va-ket-noi-cong-dong-anh-nang-mua-xuan-2024-nhan-dip-ky-niem-10-nam-thanh-lap-khoa-quan-ly-nha-nuoc-2014-2024-71409
6. 2024 Economics Student Volunteer Campaign: UEH Youth Joining the “Year of Youth Volunteers” – https://ueh.edu.vn/en/news/2024-economics-student-volunteer-campaign-ueh-youth-joining-the-year-of-youth-volunteers-73210
7. Voluntary Blood Donation – https://ueh.edu.vn/cuoc-song-ueh/tin-tuc/tuoi-tre-ueh-phan-khoi-tham-gia-tuan-le-hien-mau-tinh-nguyen-lan-thu-49-nhat-ky-hong-71577
8. Research “Trade liberalization and nutrition transition” – https://www.hapri.org/?utm_
9. Research applying the Health Belief Model – adult weight management in Ho Chi Minh City – https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-025-23637-9
10. The workshop program experienced methods for relaxation and mental energy regeneration – https://ueh.edu.vn/cuoc-song-ueh/tin-tuc/tai-tao-nang-luong-tinh-than-cung-sinh-vien-ueh-72689
11. Students Explore Health Insurance Benefits – Healthcare with UEH – https://dsa.ueh.edu.vn/tin-tuc/sinh-vien-kham-pha-quyen-loi-bao-hiem-y-te-cham-soc-suc-khoe-cung-ueh/
12. 49th Blood Donation Week https://ueh.edu.vn/cuoc-song-ueh/tin-tuc/tuoi-tre-ueh-phan-khoi-tham-gia-tuan-le-hien-mau-tinh-nguyen-lan-thu-49-nhat-ky-hong-71577
13. 50th Blood Donation Week – https://youth.ueh.edu.vn/tin-tuc/ngay-hoi-hien-mau-tinh-nguyen-lan-thu-50-sac-ha-giot-mau-trao-di-yeu-thuong-o-lai/
14. 51st Blood Donation Week – https://youth.ueh.edu.vn/tin-tuc/tuan-le-hien-mau-tinh-nguyen-lan-thu-51-uom-mam-lan-toa-yeu-thuong-san-se-nghia-tinh
15. 52nd Blood Donation Week – https://ueh.edu.vn/cuoc-song-ueh/tin-tuc/ngay-hoi-hien-mau-tinh-nguyen-lan-thu-52-giot-hong-tuoi-tre-san-se-yeu-thuong-73320
16. WORKSHOP “BALANCING PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH TO ADAPT TO THE DIGITAL LIFE” – https://www.facebook.com/UEH.DSADSA/posts/pfbid02ZHcQGk6Vo7YNr76ztAUWevABJNMQzMx2kE56jbeQ1emUXAemaFFVCMqvpTAjgKRml
17. ENSURING SAFETY FOR A COMPLETE SUMMER – https://www.facebook.com/UEH.DSADSA/posts/pfbid02FZBNQDkqLerRtde9PweUTu54GofobihU5sV6NTtsMquWLWkpNXkBs4CWxtfPfXHwl
18. BALANCING MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH – https://www.facebook.com/UEH.DSADSA/posts/pfbid02yDjCp1PYp5GPikSoP3ECgiAAWtRFjQyrX9DF5Pe4fUSwvSYwXgRVa5hksyN8ARAl
19. SMALL TIPS TO CONQUER THE HOT SUMMER DAYS – https://www.facebook.com/UEH.DSADSA/posts/pfbid02MxPF7rTh2iNjY5Aozngg1RAfu49AJ86yPvtAEZMST7qgo3r4YBipC9CZVAQUKgWYl
20. STRENGTHENING BELIEF WITH COMPREHENSIVE SUPPORT ACTIVITIES AT UEH – https://www.facebook.com/UEH.DSADSA/posts/pfbid035TA3NFJvSVE9M3esws9bB53wzprjDoXcyfzMZ3QHRvbFrzQCoqqAqH2dtZqPgNJrl
21. SOFT SKILLS THAT NEW STUDENTS NEED TO EQUIP – https://www.facebook.com/UEH.DSADSA/posts/pfbid032frUQ9Cu5QwNQk8PLnBD8khG1ZXqdXPmwbz6vF2AonoCe4qeP1Ph3H4o6xYCLfDTl
22. SECRETS TO “MASTERING YOURSELF – DEFEATING STRESS” – https://www.facebook.com/UEH.DSADSA/posts/pfbid0hXJC8SCsvEi4HSBLiebgZu74Vx8YJHXez8CAThRYtEDASxKwKUSVE8pyAKoDYPf4l
23. COMMEMORATING THE 78TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FOUNDING OF THE VIETNAM RED CROSS SOCIETY – https://www.facebook.com/UEH.DSADSA/posts/pfbid02u7p2Y1KmYfR9QbNJnNqzqvn8qnBkYbB6pvPAoiM5Yb67fugmg1L6uxKEQoPQSVipl
24. WORLD AIDS DAY – https://www.facebook.com/UEH.DSADSA/posts/pfbid024HZGKFfh3hzkxxg6DUDJEsPwdNPPteeRfaRFPyPHziLkghnFzn6ovmpQiyqKTAbel
25. INTERNATIONAL DAY OF EPIDEMIC PREPAREDNESS: ACTION TODAY FOR HEALTH TOMORROW – https://www.facebook.com/UEH.DSADSA/posts/pfbid0WUzrkCCEtK7N1ra9iMad8vgWuRQzbf6p3XwNFuHkkRDK9JEFTAemrxc842NaDiJbl
26. The seminar “Enhancing the Capacity to Identify and Care for Mental Health” aims to equip UEH students and staff with the necessary knowledge for caring for and maintaining good mental health.- https://www.ueh.edu.vn/cuoc-song-ueh/tin-tuc/cham-soc-va-phat-trien-suc-khoe-tam-than-ben-vung-tu-nhan-dien-den-hanh-dong-tai-ueh-72485?app=true&app=true
27. Small technologies make a big difference: Alleviating energy poverty to improve air quality – https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0160791X25001253?via%3Dihub
28. Mental health around retirement: evidence of Ashenfelter’s dip – https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s41256-023-00320-3
29. Electricity reliability and electric cooking: What can we learn from cross-national comparisons? – https://www.efdinitiative.org/research/projects/electricity-reliability-and-electric-cooking-what-can-we-learn-cross-national
30. International Workshop of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) in Southeast Asia with the theme “Architectural Design for Healthy and Sustainable Living.” – https://www.iscm.ueh.edu.vn/en/news/recap_aia_2024
31. Thematic Report “Nutrition – Improving Health, Enhancing Quality of Life” – https://ueh.edu.vn/en/news/ueh-labor-union-fostering-community-bonds-and-promoting-sustainable-values-73362
32. Seminar “Modern Women: Living Joyfully, Healthily, and Happily” – https://ueh.edu.vn/en/news/ueh-labor-union-fostering-community-bonds-and-promoting-sustainable-values-73362
33. Seminar “Stress Control in Life” – https://congdoan.ueh.edu.vn/toa-dam-tu-van-kiem-soat-stress-trong-doi-song/
34. Program “Skills for Physical and Mental Healthcare” for Students – https://ueh.edu.vn/cuoc-song-ueh/tin-tuc/nang-cao-suc-khoe-the-chat-tinh-than-cung-nguoi-hoc-ueh-71851
35. Stroke Prevention Health Screening Program – https://ueh.edu.vn/cuoc-song-ueh/tin-tuc/chuoi-hoat-dong-chao-mung-ky-niem-114-nam-ngay-quoc-te-phu-nu-8-3-71490
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