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Major Thai chains reduce sugar in beverages
News, Post Reporters, Published on 12/02/2026
» Nine major Thai beverage chains have partnered with the Department of Health to introduce a new standard for drink sweetness aimed at reducing sugar consumption and lowering risks of obesity and non-communicable diseases.
Govt allays concerns about UHC scheme
News, Post Reporters, Published on 03/06/2025
» The government downplayed worries about the viability of the Universal Healthcare Coverage (UHC) scheme, saying a record 265 billion baht has been earmarked for the fund this year.
Covid cases surge to 33k in Thailand, with 6k in Bangkok
Post Reporters, Published on 19/05/2025
» Covid-19 cases reported in Thailand spiked to 33,030 last week, with at least 6,000 cases in Bangkok, according to the Department of Disease Control.
Bangkokians are fattest Thais
Post Reporters, Published on 19/05/2025
» More than 56% of people living in Bangkok suffer from abdominal obesity, putting them at greater risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) than those living in other provinces, said Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin.
Local managers can meet elderly needs
News, Post Reporters, Published on 12/05/2025
» Academics are urging the government to better respond to the growing needs of the elderly population by investing in the training of community-based managers.
Carb-cutting campaign 'a success'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 13/03/2025
» The Ministry of Public Health on Wednesday said its public campaign urging Thais to count their carbohydrate intake has been successful.
Experts call on Thais to consume less salt
News, Post Reporters, Published on 17/08/2024
» Experts are urging the public to consume less salt to reduce the risk of preventable diseases, such as heart disease and stroke after a report found that the average Thai consumes almost twice the recommended daily intake.
Petitioner alleges abuse of power in 'privileged treatment' of Thaksin
Post Reporters, Published on 19/12/2023
» Social activist Srisuwan Janya on Tuesday filed a petition with the Administrative Court accusing four high-level officials of abuse of power in providing special privileges for former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra.
Ministry ups efforts to end resistant TB
News, Post Reporters, Published on 27/10/2023
» The Public Health Ministry is intensifying efforts against drug-resistant Tuberculosis (XDR-TB) as part of its goal of eradicating the disease from the country by the end of the decade.
Thaksin's lawyer mulls parole bid
News, Post Reporters, Published on 05/09/2023
» Jailed former prime minister, Thaksin Shinawatra, is still suffering fatigue and is now seeking the possibility of another parole bid, said his lawyer, Winyat Chartmontree.