Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko personally administered first aid to a passenger suffering a hypertensive emergency on a Vietnam Airlines flight from Moscow to Hanoi.
Emergency at 30,000 Feet
The incident occurred on flight VN62 on September 11, according to Vietnam Airlines. About two hours after takeoff, a 55-year-old Russian male passenger showed signs of dizziness and fatigue.
Cabin crew initiated emergency medical procedures and broadcast a call for medical assistance. Fortunately, four Russian doctors traveling with the Minister of Health were on board, including Murashko himself. They quickly examined the passenger, who was later diagnosed with an acute hypertensive crisis, as reported by Russian broadcaster RT.
A video shared on social media showed the minister alongside flight attendants as the passenger received treatment.
Successful Mid-Flight Intervention
The doctors conducted an on-the-spot consultation and administered urgent medical care. The passenger was then moved to the premium economy cabin for continued monitoring.
By the time the aircraft landed safely at Noi Bai International Airport, the passenger’s condition had fully stabilized, Vietnam Airlines confirmed.
A hypertensive crisis is a life-threatening condition where blood pressure suddenly rises above 180/120 mmHg. Without immediate treatment, it can cause severe organ damage or even death.
Who Is Minister Mikhail Murashko?
Murashko, 58, has served as Russia’s Minister of Health since January 2020. He previously headed the Federal Service for Surveillance in Healthcare and has extensive experience in healthcare management.
The Russian Embassy in Vietnam noted that Murashko was leading a delegation on a working visit to Vietnam from September 12–14. His entourage included senior officials from national research centers, pharmaceutical companies, medical equipment firms, and Russia’s Ministry of Industry and Trade.
During the visit, the delegation met with Vietnam’s Ministry of Health and toured the Vietnam–Russia International Eye Hospital. The trip followed a May memorandum of understanding between the two countries to strengthen cooperation in biomedical sciences, including information exchange, training programs, and joint scientific conferences.
Viral Video on Social Media
Footage of Murashko assisting the passenger mid-flight was posted on Telegram and X (formerly Twitter) on September 15, quickly attracting more than 35,000 views.
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Source: Vietnam Insider