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Volunteer pilot PM Anutin delivers donated organs
Online Reporters, Published on 30/09/2025
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Tuesday flew his private jet to the northeastern province of Loei to receive a donor’s organs that can be used to save at least seven patients.
Bumrungrad Heart Institute Elevates Global Standards in Cardiac Care
Published on 24/09/2025
» Cardiovascular disease is a silent killer and a worldwide threat. According to the World Health Organization, 17-18 million people die from heart disease annually, accounting for one-third of all deaths. Moreover, heart disease continues to increase in prevalence among younger people with risk factors such as diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, and a high-stress lifestyle. Bumrungrad International Hospital is committed to ensuring the Heart Institute, a specialised centre of medical excellence, remains equipped to address all forms of heart disease. With cutting-edge technology and a multidisciplinary team of specialist physicians, it delivers safe, effective treatments to help patients regain their quality of life.
Shifting from tolerance to real inclusion
Oped, Vitit Muntarbhorn, Published on 23/05/2025
» On the occasion of the International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia on May 17, UN human rights experts recently called for countries to work with LGBTI communities and not to police them. This was an apt message that has to resonate at the national and local levels, especially when the world is witnessing regression in regard to policies on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Organ trade rumours are false, says Thai Red Cross
News, Published on 26/04/2025
» The Thai Red Cross has challenged rumours that human organs are being sold illegally or unethically in Thailand, adding that donations are made on a strictly voluntary basis and are governed by the law.
Bumrungrad Transforms Lives with World-Class Organ Transplants
Published on 06/02/2025
» Organ transplantation is a medical marvel that saves lives and offers renewed hope to patients suffering from chronic diseases like kidney disease, liver cirrhosis, and heart failure. Moreover, corneal transplants restore sight, enabling individuals to return to normal life and experience a higher quality of life.
MBK Center Hosts 15th Blood, Organ, and Eye Donation Event
Published on 07/10/2024
» MBK Center recently hosted its 15th "One Person Gives, Many Receive" donation event in collaboration with the National Blood Centre of the Thai Red Cross Society. Held on the 4th floor, Zone D, the event saw a tremendous turnout from MBK employees, store owners, and customers, all eager to contribute to life-saving causes. A total of 144 units of blood were collected, and 58 participants pledged to donate their eyes, organs, and bodies, highlighting the community's commitment to making a meaningful impact through this quarterly initiative.
Organ donor status on licences updated
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 05/09/2024
» The Department of Land Transport (DLT) is updating driver’s licences so that they clearly state whether the holder is an organ donor.
Bangchak Celebrates His Majesty's 72nd Birthday with Social Initiatives
Published on 19/07/2024
» Bangchak Group recently organised the event “Fulfilling Societal Happiness” to commemorate His Majesty the King’s 6th Cycle, 72nd Birthday Anniversary on 28 July 2024. Chaiwat Kovavisarach, Group Chief Executive Officer and President of Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited, presided over the ceremony in honour of His Majesty the King. The event was attended by Bangchak executives and employees, executives from partner, social, and local organisations, neighbouring communities, and the public, and was held at the Bangchak Head Office at M Tower.
Rajavithi achieves 1st for state hospital
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 18/01/2024
» Rajavithi Hospital has become the first state-run hospital to successfully perform a simultaneous liver-kidney transplant on a patient, the Department of Medical Services (DMS) says.
US surgeons report longest successful pig-to-human kidney transplant
AFP, Published on 15/09/2023
» WASHINGTON - US surgeons who transplanted a genetically modified pig kidney into a brain-dead patient announced Thursday they had ended their experiment after a record-breaking 61 days.