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High hopes for cancer control
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 02/04/2026
» The Ministry of Public Health is moving to draft Thailand's first Cancer Control Act, raising hopes for improved access to treatment, stronger prevention and greater equity in medical resources as the country faces a growing cancer burden and mounting healthcare costs.
Health ministry to limit some treatments, control meds
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 26/03/2026
» The Ministry of Public Health plans to limit certain treatments, expand telemedicine and tighten pharmaceutical management to cope with mounting resource pressures, as the Middle East war threatens global medical supply chains, permanent secretary Dr Somruek Chungsaman said.
Hospitals limit drug dispensing
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 21/03/2026
» Three major hospitals have adjusted outpatient drug dispensing as a precaution to prevent potential shortages amid energy‑related disruptions linked to the Middle East crisis, while the Ministry of Public Health says national stocks remain sufficient.
Dams, mining threaten Mekong, activists say
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 14/03/2026
» Activists in the Mekong region have called on governments and agencies to take urgent action to protect the river from worsening environmental damage caused by hydropower dams and mining activities.
Thailand monitors war impact on medical supplies
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 05/03/2026
» The Ministry of Public Health is closely monitoring potential drug price inflation amid unrest in the Middle East, with possible intervention in coordination with the Ministry of Commerce if necessary.
Warning on doctored e-cigs
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 26/02/2026
» A public warning has been issued about the growing spread of modified e-cigarettes illegally mixed with narcotics, particularly ketamine and etomidate, which pose severe risks to the brain and cardiovascular system.
Water safety initiative gains Japan's technical assistance
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 26/02/2026
» The Pollution Control Department (PCD) has sought Tokyo's support in collecting water samples from Myanmar's Shan State to identify a source of toxic runoff.
Department to roll out new standard for sugar in drinks
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 27/01/2026
» The Department of Health (DoH) is set to introduce a new national standard for made-to-order drinks, as part of a broader effort to curb the nation's sugar intake and reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
Cannabis activists demand parties clarify stance
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 14/01/2026
» A network of medical staff, academics, and civil society groups has called on political parties to clarify their cannabis policies and positions during the election season.
'GPO in Hospital' pilot launches in Lamphun
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 04/01/2026
» LAMPHUN: The Government Pharmaceutical Organisation has launched its "GPO in Hospital" pilot project in the northern region, a move aimed at improving drug stockpile management to save costs and ensuring enough supplies for patients.