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Heart disease now hitting younger Thais
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 17/09/2025
» Younger people are suffering from cardiovascular disease, said a cardiologist, an alarming trend when non-communicable diseases (NCDs) have a strong impact on the working age group's health and wealth.
Why Thai food is often so spicy
Online Reporters, Published on 10/06/2025
» If you have ever tasted Thai cuisine, chances are you’ve encountered that signature fiery heat - whether it’s the classic Tom Yam Kung or the beloved Som Tum (papaya salad), spiciness seems almost unavoidable in many of Thailand’s most iconic dishes.
Patients in Lop Buri questioned about hospital drug scandal
Published on 06/03/2025
» Police are questioning dozens of patients who live in Lop Buri about their alleged involvement in a drug and medical supply corruption scandal at the Veterans General Hospital (VGH) in Bangkok.
A healthier you: Small steps, big impact
Published on 30/01/2025
» The New Year is a time of renewal, a chance to embrace fresh beginnings and make positive changes. If you’ve been thinking about prioritising your health, now is the perfect opportunity. No matter where you are in your wellness journey, it’s never too late to take that first step toward a healthier, happier you.
"Calcium Score Test: Your Heart’s Early Warning System"
Published on 07/01/2025
» Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) testing measures calcium deposits in the coronary artery walls using a CT scanner. It helps assess the risk of coronary artery disease, with higher calcium levels indicating an increased likelihood of arteriosclerosis, which may lead to coronary stenosis, ischemic heart disease, or myocardial infarction.
Lifestyle changes can help lower cholesterol numbers
Life, Published on 31/12/2024
» DEAR DOCTORS: I had my physical recently and it included some blood tests. One of them showed that my cholesterol levels rose a bit since last year. My doctor says that if they keep going up, I should consider using meds to control them. What is cholesterol? Can you lower it naturally?
‘Functional food’ health claim rules clarified
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 03/07/2024
» The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has clarified the conditions under which producers of so-called functional food products can make basic health claims on their packaging without seeking the regulator’s approval.
Plant-based milks make great substitute for cow's milk
Life, Published on 02/07/2024
» DEAR DOCTORS: You recently mentioned you steer your patients away from cow's milk. I know some people think it's bad for you, but could you please explain? Is it the fat in milk that people think makes it unhealthy, or is it the milk itself? I read that yoghurt is OK. Why would that be different?
Japanese firm looking into 76 supplement-linked deaths
Published on 28/06/2024
» OSAKA, Japan - Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co said on Friday that it is now looking into 76 more deaths linked to the consumption of its red yeast rice dietary supplements.
Another factory in Japan searched over dietary supplement deaths
Published on 31/03/2024
» The health ministry inspected another factory in western Japan on Sunday as it seeks to find the cause of five deaths and numerous hospitalisations thought to be linked to Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co red yeast rice dietary supplements.