Thai Clean Air Advocate Doctor Succumbs to Cancer at 29
PRESS RELEASE:
Dr Krittai Tanasombatkul, a 29-year-old social media sensation physician from Chiang Mai province, passed away on Tuesday (Dec 5) after battling lung cancer. His father announced his passing on social media, accompanied by...
Thai Minister of Public Health Emphasizes Health and Medical Aspects on Legal Marijuana Use
National—
On November 14th, 2023, Dr. Cholnan Srikaew, the Minister of Public Health, revealed to Thai national media regarding a recent meeting to draft the Marijuana and Hemp Act.
Having heard the principles of the recent...
Anutin Charnvirakul Receives Honorary Doctorate in Public Health from Praboromarajchanok Institute
National—
On November 10th, 2023, Ms. Traisulee Traisanakul, the Spokesperson for the Ministry of Interior, publicly stated that Praboromarajchanok Institute awarded the degree of Honorary Doctor of Public Health 2023 to Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, the...
Pattaya Lifeguards Hold Maritime Emergency Drill to Build Public Trust
Pattaya —
Pattaya rescue workers and lifeguards on Wednesday held a rescue drill simulating drowning incidents on Jomtien Beach.
The November 8th practice was observed by Pattaya officials led by Mr. Kritsana Boonsawat, Deputy Mayor, and...
Thailand Combats Violence Against Woman and Children
PRESS RELEASE:
November has been designated as a month to focus on eradicating violence against children, women, and families in Thailand. Social Development and Human Security Minister Varawut Silpa-archa made clear the importance of ending...
Medical Bytes No 98: “Look after your Stem Cells and they will look after you”.
Medical Bytes No 98: “Look after your Stem Cells and they will look after you”.
Originally Published 28/10/2023
The following is a guest editorial and opinion by Doc Martyn, a regular contributor. These are entirely...
6 Thai Farmers in Isaan Region Die from Soil Fever Outbreak
National —
Residents of Thailand's lower northeastern region, particularly in four provinces of Isaan, are grappling with an outbreak of Melioidosis, also known as "soil fever," with nearly 600 cases reported and six fatalities.
Melioidosis, caused...
Thai Activists Threaten Hospital Visit to Verify Thaksin’s Health Claims
National —
A group of activists, who refer to themselves as the "Network of Students and People Reforming Thailand," threatened to storm the hospital room of Thailand's former Prime Minister, Thaksin Shinawatra, to verify if...
Cause of Thai Border Patrol Cadet’s Death During Training Examined: Influenza Virus and Heat...
Songkhla —
Thai Military officials and doctors held a press conference on the cause of the death of a cadet during a recent military training. Influenza virus and heat stroke were diagnosed as possible...
Russian Couple in Pattaya Suffers Panic Attack, Blames Eating Cannabis-Infused Cake
Pattaya —
A Russian couple suffered an alleged panic attack this morning after claiming to have consumed a cannabis-infused cake in Pattaya. However, they refused to be taken to a hospital.
Sawang Boriboon rescue workers received...
