Recap on the webinar Mental Healthcare for Carers: We Support the Supporters! and Celebrating World Mental Health Day
On October 7th, we had the privilege of hosting a live webinar together with the Vietnamese Psychotherapy Association (VnPA) and Medisetter, titled “Mental Healthcare for Carers: We Support the Supporters!” in honour of World Mental Health Day 10th October 2023. The event aimed to raise awareness about the importance of mental well-being among healthcare professionals, […]
OUCRU Project Raises Vaccination Uptake in Ethnic Minority Communities in Dak Lak, Viet Nam
In Viet Nam’s ethnic minority communities, getting the community vaccinated relies on local health workers, who are often low-paid volunteers with little training about vaccines or communication skills.
OUCRU-Vietnam launches new mental health resource: “Caring for Mental Health and Wellbeing”: A directory of services for Vietnamese communities and people living in Vietnam
Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, OUCRU has been actively involved in Covid-19 diagnostics, treatment, research, health education, and community engagement. We have worked in collaboration with the Vietnamese Ministry of Health and respected medical and research institutes across Vietnam. The Covid-19 pandemic has undoubtedly had a negative effect on mental health on a global scale, and […]
Coping with stress during the COVID-19 pandemic
It is normal to feel threatened or anxious during this COVID19 pandemic. Everyone – health workers, patients, communities, adults and children may experience stress. Understanding what’s happening inside your body, learning healthy ways to cope, and getting the right support can help reduce the negative impact of stressful feelings. This short animation, produced by OUCRU […]