Bribery Taints Vietnamese Healthcare Sector

Corruption is endemic in Vietnam's US$5.79bn healthcare system. Patients pay doctors and nurses to avoid waiting lists and receive above-average care. Those on low incomes that cannot afford 'gifts' for staff members have to use overcrowded facilities and rely on relatives to complement the provision of care. BMI believes that to resolve this issue the government must increase its involvement in the sector and continue to promote uptake of health

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