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Red Cross calls for donors
Post Reporters, Published on 01/03/2026
» The Thai Red Cross Society has called for blood donations after national reserves fell below minimum levels.
Public warned of uncooked pork after 3 deaths
Online Reporters, Published on 26/02/2026
» Health authorities have alerted the public to be wary of consuming uncooked pork after 49 patients were reported to have contracted Streptococcus suis, with three deaths recorded in the first month of 2026.
AstraZeneca Launches “A.Catalyst Thailand Hub”: AI-Integrated Health Transformation
Published on 26/02/2026
» AstraZeneca (Thailand) Ltd., in collaboration with the public and private sectors, academia, and patient networks, has officially launched the A.Catalyst Network Thailand Hub. This global health innovation network aims to synergise cross-sector potential by leveraging artificial intelligence technology and digital solutions to advance proactive healthcare. The A.Catalyst Network Thailand Hub’s Honourable Advisers comprises experts from diverse fields dedicated to driving innovation for a sustainable healthcare future.
Inside the Mexican resort that was the final hideout of 'El Mencho'
AFP, Published on 25/02/2026
» TAPALPA — The roar of machine guns and drone of helicopters shook the luxurious resort where Mexico's most-wanted cartel boss hid on Sunday, plunging tourists enjoying the picturesque western Mexican town of Tapalpa into panic.
Headphones may contain cancer‑linked chemicals: research
Online Reporters, Published on 24/02/2026
» Most everyday headphones may expose users to cancer‑linked chemicals, European researchers warn.
Generali launches health plan with extra 50% coverage for critical illness
Published on 19/02/2026
» Generali Insurance (Thailand) is making a full-scale move into the premium health insurance market with the launch of its new product, “GEN HEALTH PREMIER”, under the concept of Beyond Lump Sum. The plan is designed to go beyond the limitations of traditional lump-sum plans with enhanced premium features, while addressing the lifestyles of consumers who value comprehensive and long-term cost-effective coverage. It targets both customers seeking premium-level health insurance that matches high-end medical services and expatriates working or residing in Thailand who require all-in-one coverage under a single policy. The product is offered exclusively through Generali Insurance brokers only.
Hungry, wounded, orphaned: South Sudan's children trapped in new conflict
AFP, Published on 18/02/2026
» AKOBO (SOUTH SUDAN) — An 18-month-old boy lies motionless on a dirty hospital bed deep in the conflict zone of South Sudan, a bullet wound in his leg -- another newly orphaned victim in the world's newest country.
Afghan woman's boutique brightens Bamiyan
AFP, Published on 18/02/2026
» BAMIYAN (AFGHANISTAN) - With women banned from most jobs in Afghanistan, an embroidery boutique run by 22-year-old Rahima Alavi is a surprising and treasured sight in Bamiyan.
Teacher faces probe over '800-squat punishment'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 06/02/2026
» A fact-finding committee has been set up to investigate allegations that a teacher had punished a student by forcing the child to perform 800 squats.
Rethinking global health finance
Oped, Published on 06/02/2026
» For the past half-century, the economics of global health were straightforward. Under the so-called "grant-based" approach, rich countries donate to poor countries, which use the funds to meet their populations' health needs. Success was measured by services provided or lives saved, rather than by balance sheets. While this model was far from perfect, the latest approach replacing it -- focused on using tools like guarantees and blended finance to crowd in private capital -- threatens to produce even worse outcomes.