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.
PM Nguyễn Tấn Dũng cuts the
inaugural band of the cyclotron center, Hà Nội, October 26, 2009 – Photo: VGP
The Military Hospital 108 on
Monday organized the inauguration of its Cyclotron Center 30 MeV, the first one
of its kind in Việt
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
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| PM Nguyễn Tấn Dũng tours the cyclotron center after its inauguration ceremony, Hà Nội, October 26, 2009 – Photo: VGP |
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.
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.
