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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.
Dr Amp Champions Thailand’s Rise as Global Wellness Hub
Published on 28/04/2025
» Expanding health horizons and promoting international collaboration, Tanupol Virunhagarun, M.D., (widely known as "Dr Amp") delivered a keynote address at the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Shanghai, highlighting Thailand’s vision to become a global wellness hub.
Chulalongkorn, Novo Nordisk Partner to Tackle Obesity
Published on 05/04/2025
» Bangkok, April 2025 – Chulalongkorn University, in collaboration with Novo Nordisk Pharma (Thailand) Ltd., has officially launched “Chulalongkorn x Novo Nordisk: Enhancing Obesity Management through Innovative Collaboration” at the Rattanawithayapat Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital. This initiative marks a significant public-private partnership aimed at improving access to reliable obesity information and promoting more effective management through digital engagement.
Thailand's heat index reaches danger levels
Gary Boyle, Published on 19/03/2025
» Temperatures are rising as the hot season settles in and health authorities are warning people to stay out of the sun if possible with the heat index having already hit the orange "dangerous to health" level.
Global food trends linked to poor diets
News, Published on 19/03/2025
» Thailand is succumbing to global food trends that negatively influence children's diets and lifestyles, say nutrition experts, suggesting the government take more action to secure healthy diets among the nation's youth.