To ensure healthcare needs and timely medical responses during the 2026 Lunar New Year, the Hanoi Department of Health has officially released the list of retail pharmacies operating continuously throughout the holiday period.
Pharmacy network structure:
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Total facilities: 234 locations across the city.
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Public sector: 40 pharmacies located within hospitals under the Department of Health’s jurisdiction.
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Private sector: 194 private pharmacies and retail outlets belonging to pharmaceutical enterprises.
Public information and regulatory oversight:
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Detailed transparency: The list is categorized by commune and ward levels. Provided information includes the pharmacy’s name, the pharmacist in charge, exact address, contact phone numbers, and specific operating hours.
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Preparatory actions: Since mid-January 2026, regulatory authorities have issued directives to pharmaceutical companies and hospital pharmacies to coordinate inventory stockpiling and staffing schedules, ensuring no shortages occur during the festivities.
In addition to securing the drug supply, the capital’s health sector is simultaneously implementing strict epidemiological surveillance at Noi Bai International Airport to proactively prevent the entry of infectious diseases during the peak travel season.