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How ECP therapy boosts circulation and heart health
Published on 25/06/2025
» Good health depends on strong circulation. Blood flow carries oxygen and nutrients to every part of the body—including the heart, brain, skin, and muscles. When circulation is impaired, the body cannot function optimally, and health problems may arise.
Aortic Valve Stenosis: A Silent, Deadly Threat
Published on 01/04/2025
» “Aortic valve stenosis” is an often-overlooked condition and a growing health concern in ageing societies such as Thailand. With an increasing elderly population and a rise in age-related valve degeneration, this condition poses a serious threat to public health. According to the Ministry of Public Health’s 2022 report, cardiovascular diseases claimed 70,000 Thai lives — equivalent to eight deaths every hour. Among these, heart valve disease is a key contributor, particularly aortic valve stenosis, which is increasingly prevalent among individuals aged 65 and older. As people age, calcium deposits can cause the aortic valve to thicken and stiffen, reducing its ability to open fully and thus restricting blood flow.
"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.
Thailand’s First World-Class Cardiac Care Hospital Earns Gold
Published on 18/09/2024
» King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital has reached a historic milestone, becoming the first hospital in Thailand to receive the prestigious American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines for Heart Failure (AHA GWTG HF) Gold Award. This accolade recognises the hospital’s unwavering commitment to providing world-class cardiac care, particularly for patients with heart failure, by adhering to rigorous international standards. The award not only reflects the hospital's dedication to elevating patient care but also establishes a new benchmark for excellence in cardiovascular health across the nation.
Thailand praised for push to ban trans fats
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 02/08/2024
» The World Health Organization (WHO) has named Thailand as one of five countries that have successfully eradicated trans-fatty acids in the food industry.
Police officer surrenders for fatal shooting at hospital
Published on 08/06/2024
» KHON KAEN: A local police officer surrendered to authorities on Saturday in connection with the fatal shooting of a patient at a public hospital in Muang district.
Thai-Laos project to save young
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 21/04/2024
» Thailand and Laos have come together on a medical initiative aimed at saving young lives from heart-related diseases. As a result, some 30 children have undergone successful heart surgeries in Thailand as part of this joint effort.
Decoding Coronary Artery Disease: Heart health insights
Published on 01/02/2024
» The complex world of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) can be likened to a traffic system within the heart, where the gradual buildup of plaque in coronary arteries mirrors road blockages, impeding the vital flow of oxygen-rich blood. So what are the intricacies of CAD? How does it develop? What are its symptoms? And what are the critical diagnostic methods employed in its detection?
Yearly physicals set baseline for health
Life, Published on 20/06/2023
» DEAR DOCTORS: I am baffled that what used to be a thorough and comprehensive physical exam is now just a few questions, taking some vital signs and a few blood tests. No checking your eyes, throat, glands or reflexes. No breast exam. Why has this changed? What constitutes a complete physical these days?
"Fahsai Mini" air-purifying tower to return outdoor life to city dwellers
Published on 22/05/2023
» According to its creators, the latest version of the air-purification tower, named "Fahsai Mini," boasts enhanced efficiency in reducing tiny particles (PM2.5) and airborne microbes, significantly lowering the risk of illness and creating a healthy environment for communities. RISC, a centre dedicated to research and innovation for sustainability, is responsible for this city-level air purifying innovation.