(C) Vietnam Insider
HANOI – Vietnam’s most seriously ill COVID-19 patient, a 43-year-old British pilot who works for its national airline, has started recovering from the illness and may no longer require a major lung transplant operation.
According to the state media, Vietnam has mounted an all out effort to save the British pilot identified as “Patient 91”.
British Consul General Ian Gibbons has expressed gratitude to the Vietnamese health authorities for taking care of the pilot.
The Vietnam Airlines pilot gained unprecedented national anthem with more 50 people offering themselves as potential lung donors.
He is currently being treated at a hospital in Ho Chi Minh City, he was seen smiling, shaking hands and responding to commands from doctors.
According to Vietnam News Agency (VNA), his reliance to artificial life support has been reduced dramatically although he is still on a ventilator to allow the body to recover from the infection.
Vietnam has spent more than US$215,000 for the treatment. He has now tested negative for the virus. Vietnam has been lauded for sucessfully containing the spread of the coronavirus puting the country on an early recovery from the impact of the pandemic.
The cricket world watches as Mumbai Indians meet Royal Challengers Bengaluru during the 2025 Indian Premier League in a crucial…
On April 6, 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers won 126-99 against the OKC Thunder, proving their qualities and highlighting their…
Affectionately known as Asiad, these games have for long been a testimony to the unity and athletic prowess of Asia…
The Private Schools Athletic Association (PRISAA) National Games opened today at the Cagayan Sports Complex in Tuguegarao City with more…
After six years of silence, Pyongyang's streets became alive again with the International Marathon of North Korea, easier said than…
It is Asia that can boast of having the most powerful and most renowned companies in the world. These companies…
This website uses cookies.
Read More