Vicky Nguyen
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America's cars and trucks are getting bigger, and so are their front blind zones. Children are paying the price.
Each year, many kids get hit and die when their parents can’t see them in their vehicles' front blind zones. A U.S. senator wants to pass a law requiring safety features to prevent these accidents. → Read More
How self-pay pharmacies can save customers hundreds of dollars a month
Pharmacist Nate Hux opened Freedom Pharmacy, which accepts no insurance, in 2020. → Read More
How a sailor reunited with the Vietnamese refugees he helped rescue after fall of Saigon
“Many ships passed by and didn’t rescue us,” said Lisa Dam, who was lost at sea after she fled Vietnam. → Read More
Pregnant at 15, married at 16: She's speaking out to end child marriages
An estimated 300,000 children under the age of 18 legally wed in the U.S. between 2000 and 2018, according to the nonprofit Unchained at Last. → Read More
On 9/11, Chinatown residents watched the towers fall. Some are still recovering.
When the twin towers fell on Sept. 11, more than 80,000 Chinatown residents were 10 blocks away. The mental health impact continues to affect them 20 years later. → Read More
Read Vicky Nguyen's heartfelt tribute to her mom
My mom is the engine of this family. Without her, there is no network journalism career, no gymnastics lessons, no chicken rice porridge when you’re sick. → Read More
Could regular testing of workers slow the spread of COVID-19?
NBC News investigative and consumer correspondent Vicky Nguyen talks to experts and business leaders about how rapid testing can help reopen offices and more. → Read More
Is your body language over Zoom sending the wrong signs?
NBC News investigative and consumer correspondent Vicky Nguyen sat down with author Erica Dhawan to talk about digital body language. → Read More
How to avoid scams while searching for a COVID-19 vaccine
As the COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues, it's important to be aware of possible scams. Here's what you need to know to avoid becoming a victim of fraud. → Read More
Daniel Dae Kim stresses racial unity after Atlanta shootings: ‘It’s a human issue’
Daniel Dae Kim spoke to NBC News’ Vicky Nguyen on TODAY about the importance of outspoken allyship and cross-cultural support for the Asian-American community. → Read More
Olivia Munn reacts after social media helps find suspect in attack on friend's mom
As the country sees a surge in anti-Asian violence since the onset of the pandemic, Oliva Munn shares her reaction to the arrest of a suspect in an attack she called out on social media. → Read More
Loose lithium ion batteries that cause fire hazard being sold on major websites
An NBC News investigation found that 18650 lithium ion batteries that can cause a fire hazard if sold individually are being sold on multiple major websites. → Read More
How to reduce COVID-19 spread indoors: Expert tips on airflow, precautions
NBC investigative and consumer correspondent Vicky Nguyen shares products and precautions you can use to reduce the risk of getting the coronavirus in public indoor spaces. → Read More
How dirty is your face mask? TODAY anchors are put to the test
TODAY investigative correspondent Vicky Nguyen had the masks worn by the TODAY hosts tested for bacteria to see just how dirty they can get when worn regularly. → Read More
Grocery chain CEO is giving patrons her number if they want to debate mask policy
Kings Food Markets CEO Judy Spires gives customers her personal cell phone number if they oppose the store's face mask requirement. → Read More
Should you take a coronavirus antibody test? What you need to know
With more than 150 coronavirus antibody tests on the market, experts share tips about what to consider before getting tested and what the results mean for immunity. → Read More
When will toilet paper, hand sanitizer and cleaning products be back on shelves?
NBC investigative and consumer correspondent Vicky Nguyen shares when out-of-stock items will be widely available again — and what to do in the meantime. → Read More
Should you wipe down your food or packages? What the FDA is saying now
The FDA has reiterated guidelines that there is no evidence of COVID-19 being transmitted by food or food packaging. → Read More
Vicky Nguyen: ‘I’m Constantly Reporting On Novel Coronavirus. Here’s How I Stay Sane.’
Vicky Nguyen is a reporter who has been delivering expert advice and important information on the COVID-19 pandemic for TODAY and NBC Nightly News. Here’s how she copes. → Read More
Can you contract coronavirus from delivery packages? Here's what experts are saying
The surge in deliveries as millions of Americans shelter in place has led to questions of whether coronavirus can be spread by delivery packages. → Read More