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Extension of B30 health care service delayed in Bangkok
Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 21/08/2024
» Caretaker Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin said on Wednesday a pilot project offering medical care at hospitals anywhere in Bangkok for 30 baht will have to be postponed, pending formation of the new cabinet.
Demands grow for specific law on electric cigarettes
News, Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 02/08/2024
» Deputy Public Health Minister Thanakrit Jitareerat is calling for the introduction of a separate law to restrict the use and sales of e-cigarettes in Thailand, saying existing laws have proved to be ineffective.
Move Forward seeks to legalise porn, sex toys in Thailand
Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 22/07/2024
» The Move Forward Party (MFP) is pushing a proposal to amend the Criminal Code to legalise the adult entertainment industry and its related products -- including pornographic materials and sex toys -- in an effort to break the taboo surrounding the topic and better regulate the industry.
Govt to establish zero tolerance zones for narcotics this year
News, Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 07/07/2024
» The government is planning to establish drug-free zones in the country under the Roi Et and Nan model by Sept 30.
Pro-cannabis groups to rally at Government House
News, Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 07/07/2024
» Pro-cannabis groups have vowed to stage a protest outside Government House on Monday against the government's attempt to relist the plant as a narcotic.
Help for disabled goes online
News, Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 21/06/2024
» The Social Development and Human Security Ministry has joined hands with the Public Health Ministry to launch a digital one-stop-service platform for disabled person ID cards and disability grant applications.
More rain, storms expected till May 13
News, Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 08/05/2024
» More rain and thunderstorms are forecast through to May 13 across the northern, northeastern and central regions, according to the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD).
Thailand Consumers Council highlights school bus safety concerns
News, Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 03/05/2024
» The Thailand Consumers Council (TCC) says there is cause for concern over safety on school buses and urged schools nationwide to address the matter.
Pits checked to inspect readiness
News, Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 16/04/2024
» The Industry Ministry and local agencies in Tak have jointly inspected the readiness of disposal pits before cadmium tailings are relocated there from Samut Sakhon.
Locals test positive for cadmium
News, Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 13/04/2024
» At least 16 people living near a smelting factory in Samut Sakhon have recorded excessive levels of cadmium, the provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Administrative Division said on Friday.