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Nurses oppose 12-hour shifts
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 23/03/2026
» Nurses at Chiang Rai Prachanukroh Hospital have protested against the Thailand Nursing and Midwifery Council's new working hours which were set to apply at state-run hospitals nationwide.
Govt launches tracker app for caregivers for the elderly
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 29/07/2025
» The National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) has introduced "Nirun for Community", a digital platform designed to assist caregivers of elderly individuals in managing care through streamlined data collection and personalised planning.
Slaying the healthcare zombie
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 03/05/2025
» When a photo of a dental unit at Tanao Sri Hospital -- a remote community hospital in Ratchaburi province -- using a frog-hunting head torch in place of a proper dental lamp went viral last month, it highlighted a grim reality: Thailand's public healthcare system is struggling.
New govt urged to step up tobacco rules
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 27/08/2023
» The Action on Smoking and Health Foundation is urging the new government to continue the e-cigarette ban while reducing the number of cigarette packs people can bring into the country tax-free.
State hospitals in search of more doctors
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 03/07/2023
» The work-life imbalance among Thailand's medical personnel needs a solution. The latest example came from a doctor-turned-actress who posted on her Facebook that her overloaded work schedule at a provincial hospital ruined her life so much to the extent that she quit the job.
Govt calls up climate pledges
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 07/08/2022
» The environment minister has called on international agencies and countries that promised to help Thailand achieve its targets on greenhouse gas emissions to take immediate action and fulfil their pledges.
Measures sought for nightspots
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 12/05/2022
» The public health committee has asked the Department of Disease Control (DDC) to seek effective Covid-19 measures if nightclubs, bars and other night entertainment venues are allowed to reopen.
Moderna now due this month
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 03/10/2021
» Thailand can now expect to receive its first batch of the mRNA-based Moderna Covid-19 vaccine this month, sooner than expected.
Woman dies after second shot of different vaccine
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 24/07/2021
» A cerebral oedema, or brain swelling, has been diagnosed as the cause of death of a woman in Prachuap Khiri Khan who died at home after getting a second shot of a different Covid-19 vaccine, the Public Health Ministry said.
Financial help for people suffering effects of Covid vaccination
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 01/06/2021
» The National Health Security Office has so far paid out nearly one million baht in assistance to people suffering from side effects of Covid-19 vaccinations.