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Informing parents not enough to fight childhood obesity: study
AFP, Published on 11/09/2025
» PARIS - Government-led programmes attempting to curb childhood obesity by educating parents do not work, an international study published Thursday concluded, and researchers are calling for policies that prioritise society-wide solutions.
Study finds one-third of monks in Bangkok overweight
Post Reporters, Published on 05/09/2025
» More than third of all Buddhist monks and novices in Bangkok are overweight, according to a city-wide health screening campaign, while nearly half have high blood cholesterol, and most suffer from oral health issues.
Palestinian mother 'destroyed' after image used to deny Gaza starvation
AFP, Published on 13/08/2025
» MONTREAL — Palestinian-Canadian Faiza Najjar was able to leave Gaza last year, but could not bring her four adult daughters with her. She watched from a distance as food shortages in the territory worsened.
BDMS Wellness Spotlights the ‘Wellness Hub Thailand’ Vision at Thai Embassy, Singapore
Published on 08/08/2025
» BDMS Wellness Clinic, the preventive healthcare centre under Bangkok Dusit Medical Services Public Company Limited (BDMS), led by Tanupol Virunhagarun, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of BDMS Wellness Clinic and BDMS Wellness Resort, Bangkok Dusit Medical Services Public Company Limited, joined the event “Enhancing Thailand: A Journey of Culture & Connectivity” in Singapore on 8 August 2025. Hosted by the Career Women’s Group (CWG) under the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI) and supported by the Royal Thai Embassy in Singapore, the event gathered regional leaders to spotlight Thailand’s growing prominence as a Wellness Hub.
Thailand Showcases Wellness Leadership at Dubai Consulate
Published on 04/06/2025
» Bangkok, June 2025 – Thailand and the UAE have taken another step forward in global health cooperation through the Thailand–Dubai Wellness Initiative. Tanupol Virunhagarun, widely known as Dr Amp, Chief Executive Officer of BDMS Wellness Clinic and BDMS Wellness Resort under Bangkok Dusit Medical Services Public Company Limited (BDMS), was invited by the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Dubai to represent Thailand and share his expertise in preventive healthcare.
Thammasat, Novo Nordisk Unite for Holistic Diabetes, Obesity Care
Published on 28/05/2025
» Thammasat University Hospital, in collaboration with Novo Nordisk Pharma (Thailand) Ltd. (“Novo Nordisk”), announced a collaboration titled “Partnership Project for the Transition into the Fourth Decade of Thammasat University Hospital: Beat Obesity Beat Diabetes” at the Thammasat University Hospital. The public-private partnership aims to enhance holistic patient care and expand equitable access for all.
Novo Nordisk Leads Obesity Fight in Thailand
Published on 20/05/2025
» Bangkok, May 2025 – Novo Nordisk, the global pharmaceutical leader headquartered in Denmark, has launched a major initiative to combat Thailand’s growing obesity crisis, where more than 40% of the population is now classified as overweight or obese.
Novo Nordisk Launches Campaign to Tackle Obesity
Published on 20/05/2025
» Novo Nordisk Pharma (Thailand) Ltd. is advancing its commitment to sustainable weight management among Thais through the launch of the “From My Weight to My Heart” campaign, aimed at reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases and non-communicable diseases (NCDs)—key global health challenges. The campaign debuted with an inspirational panel featuring leading public figures.
Do you know what kids do at school?
Oped, Published on 09/05/2025
» In the 1970s and 1980s, regular public service announcements (PSAs) went along: "It's 9pm. Do you know where your children are?" These announcements contributed to a major pendulum shift in parenting (positively and negatively). Having PSAs in the 2020s is required to create the required major shift in education to put the focus on parents' role in learning rather than just making sure their kids attend school. "Do you know what your child is doing at school?" should be the new announcement.
Novo Nordisk Leads Danish-Thai Forum on Obesity Solutions
Published on 08/05/2025
» The Royal Danish Embassy in Thailand, in collaboration with Novo Nordisk Pharma (Thailand) Ltd. (“Novo Nordisk”), organised the first Danish-Thai Obesity Policy Forum, bringing together top policymakers, healthcare professionals and industry representatives to discuss challenges arising from the growing prevalence of obesity and its socio-economic impacts in Thailand. The forum, titled “Obesity – A National Threat to Health and Wealth, Act Now for Our Future Generations”, featured remarks from decision-makers and a panel discussion.