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Protecting Thailand’s Youngest and Oldest from RSV, Flu
Published on 07/07/2025
» Bangkok, July 7, 2025 — As Thailand transitions from the rainy to early winter seasons, respiratory infections surge dramatically, making awareness and proper prevention crucial. Recognising this urgent public health concern, Sanofi Thailand supported a vital Health Talk session at Thailand Healthcare 2025 under the topic: "Infants Catch It Easily, the Elderly are at High Risk: Understanding RSV and Influenza." The session featured distinguished medical experts Prof. Dr. Sasisopin Kiertiburanakul and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sophida Boonsathorn Reeves, infectious disease specialists from the Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University. They shared comprehensive knowledge and strategic prevention approaches to protect families, with particular focus on the most vulnerable groups: newborns, infants, and seniors aged 65 and above.
Bumrungrad’s AAA Center Named Asia’s No.1 Joint Surgery Hub
Published on 29/05/2025
» According to the World Health Organization, back in 2019, about 528 million people worldwide had osteoarthritis — with about 73% being over 55 years of age and 60% being women. In Thailand, over 6 million people suffer from osteoarthritis. Research shows that 70% of knee pain cases do not receive proper treatment, potentially leading to more serious issues over the long run.
Schools told to stay open despite Covid
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 29/05/2025
» Schools should not be closed to control a seasonal surge of Covid-19, as proper screening and isolation measures are sufficient to limit the virus's spread within education institutions, says the Department of Disease Control (DDC).
NVI, DDC Empower Local Authorities to Procure Vaccines
Published on 30/04/2025
» National Vaccine Institute (NVI), in collaboration with Department of Disease Control (DDC), is advancing policies to support Local Administrative Organizations (LAOs) in vaccine procurement, following approval by the National Vaccine Committee.
Bangkok eyes curbing water monitor numbers
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 28/02/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is considering measures to control the growing population of water monitors in Lumpini Park and the canal along Rama IV Road.
TLAA says co-pay will affect only 5% of policyholders
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 07/02/2025
» The new co-payment rule for health insurance policies is set to take effect on March 20, but should affect only 5% of health insurance policyholders, says the Thai Life Assurance Association (TLAA).
Govt tracking cholera cases
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 23/12/2024
» The Ministry of Public Health has set up an emergency operations centre (EOC) to monitor the cholera situation following two suspected cases found at hospitals in Tak province.
Choked by pollution
Life, Published on 25/11/2024
» Prof Rawiwan Oranratmanee was an impressively health-conscious person. Her routine workout included yoga, jogging and cycling, among others. Yet at the age of only 55, she was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer.
Hotel booze rules relaxed over New Year
News, Post Reporters, Published on 20/11/2024
» Hotel guests will be allowed to order alcoholic drinks to their rooms from in-house bars and restaurants around the clock over the New Year, according to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board.
Recognising visionary leadership and lasting impact
News, Published on 24/10/2024
» Once again, the Bangkok Post celebrates outstanding brilliance and innovation within the corporate sector. In our unwavering commitment to recognising exceptional leadership, we are thrilled to present the "Bangkok Post CEO of the Year 2024" awards.