Besides being a lyrical and sentimental poet Sóng Viêt-Ðàm Giang is a respected pharmacist of note whose inquisitive and scientific mind produces a steady stream of articles on the role and effectiveness of medicine in combatting disease. Her contributions over the years earn her the highest esteem among Vietnamese physicians and pharmacists.

This section is devoted to her works in her professional and other disciplines. Closely tied to the Vietnamese medical profession, her articles have helped the Vietnamese pharmacist community around the globe for their lucidity, relevance, accessibility, and variety.

 Omega 3 Fatty Acids
Omega 3 Fatty Acids .The goals of this article are to describe the functions of Omega (n)-3 fatty acids, raise awareness of the adverse impacts of inadequate n-3 fatty acid intake, and translate research findings related to LC n-3 fatty acids into strategies for improved health.

 C- Reactive Protein
C-reactive protein is a test that measures the concentration of a protein in serum that indicates acute inflammation.

 Viral Hepatitis A to G
Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver in which diffuse or patchy necrosis affects all liver acini and destroys liver architecture. This article focuses on the epidemiology, clinical presentation and treatment of the viral hepatitis from A to G .

 Intermittent Claudication
Intermittent claudication is here examined along with one of its causes, peripheral arterial disease (PAD). This condition, occasioned by blockage of arteries, results in burning sensations and pains in the leg and thigh muscles. A regimen of exercise, nutrition and medication is discussed.

 Gastroparesis
Gastroparesis , a disorder of the stomach which keeps food from moving to the small intestines, often occurs among diabetics. Diagnosis and treatment are discussed.

 Overactive Bladder
Overactive Bladder is a bothersome medical condition that affects men and women of all ages, although its incidence increases significantly with age.

 Diabetes Medication Update
A concise update on medication for the treatment of diabetes.

 Kidney Stones
Kidney stones form from the precipitation of certain substances, commonly calcium, within the urine. When eliminated with the urine through the ureter, large-sized stones cause pain, and sometimes an obstruction that blocks the urine's passage.

 Gallstones
Gallstones are lumps of solid material that form within the gallbladder. Two major types of gallstones exist: 80% of all cases of gallstones in the United States are cholesterol gallstones, composed mainly of cholesterol which is made in the liver; the remaining 20% are pigment gallstones, composed of calcium salts, bilirubin and other material.

 Iron Deficiency Anemia, Nutritional Value of Fiber, and Cough Treatment
A trio of short, useful articles on iron deficiency anemia, nutritional value of fiber and cough treatment.

 B-type Natriuretic Peptide - BNP
Recent research demonstrates that measurements of neurohormones, in particular B-type natriuretic peptide, can significantly increase diagnostic accuracy in determining the cause of dyspnea in the emergency-care setting.

 Diastolic Heart Failure
Diastolic Heart Failure, an important contributor to morbidity, mortality, and health care costs, is defined as symtoms of heart failure with patients with preserved left ventricular function. Diagnosis and treatment are discussed.

 Medications for Alzheimer's Disease
An updated review of medications for Alzheimer's Disease that have been approved by the FDA.

 What Do Abnormal Liver Function Tests Really Mean?
Elevated aminotransferases (AST and ALT) found in liver function tests require investigation into their true causes in order to derive the most cost-effective treatment options possible.

 Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic kidney disease is an insidious, progressive condition that ultimately leads to a gradual deterioration of renal functions. The National Kidney Diseases' well-articulated treatment guidelines are provided for reference.

 Diabetic Retinopathy
Ninety percent of persons affected by diabetes type 1 and 65% of those afflicted with diabetes type 2 were found to have developed retinopathy,one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. Diabetic retinopathy and existing treatments are here examined concisely.

 Medications for Treatment of Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a chronic ophthalmic condition which affects approximately 66.8 million people worldwide. Glaucoma typically results when intraocular pressure is above 21 mm Hg, and may lead to blindness. In this article, Ðàm Giang describes various types of glaucoma and their treatments.

 Strongyloides stercoralis
This brief case study of an infection by the parasitic worm Strongyloides stercoralis traces its development from inception through its life cycle to treatment.

 A Serious Case of Parasitic Infection
An infection by the roundworm Gnathostoma spinigerum caused a serious health risk to an unsuspecting victim. Correct diagnosis and treatment saved him from the worst consequences.

 Syndrome of Inappropriate Secretion of Antidiuretic Hormone - SIADH
Certain medications, such as thiazide diuretics, cancer drugs and psychotropic drugs, may induce the syndrome of inappropriate secretion of antidiuretic hormone, which causes hyponatremia. Identifying the drugs that are responsible for SIADH is crucial in determining treatment options.

 Heart Failure
Affecting 1-2% of the population heart failure accounts for 250,000 deaths in the United States annually. This article discusses the causes and clinical manifestations of heart failure as well as current treatment approaches.