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Alcohol vending-machine crackdown urged
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 05/11/2025
» The Stop Drink Network Thailand (SDN) has called on the Ministry of Public Health to take immediate legal action against alcohol vending machines operating without permits, warning that the absence of clear regulations poses a major public health risk.
Eased alcohol rules 'could strain healthcare'
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 28/10/2025
» The Centre for Alcohol Studies (CAS) has voiced concerns that the government's proposals to lift zoning restrictions on alcohol sales and extend the opening hours of nightlife venues nationwide to 4am could strain the country's public health system.
Concerns raised over extended drinking hours
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 27/10/2025
» The Centre for Alcohol Studies (CAS) has voiced concerns that the government’s proposals to lift zoning restrictions on alcohol sales and extend the opening hours of nightlife venues nationwide to 4am could strain the country’s public health system.
Booze laws 'flouted over holiday'
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 16/04/2025
» Sales of alcoholic beverages to underage buyers and illegal promotion of alcoholic beverages were apparent during the Songkran holidays, says StopDrink Network, an NGO-run alcohol watch organisation.
'Toy pods' seen as Trojan horses to addict kids
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 29/05/2024
» The Department of Medical Services (DMS) on Wednesday warned people about spreading “Toy Pods”, the newest generation of e-cigarettes that is now popular among teenagers.
Dept issues warning on kratom drinks
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 02/05/2024
» The Department of Medical Sciences has warned against overconsumption of kratom-infused beverages, saying the drink may contain a higher level of mitragynine than the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) recommendation.
Answers promised after death of Taiwanese tourist
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 15/12/2023
» Public health officials have pledged to announce results this month of an investigation into allegations that a private hospital denied emergency care for a Taiwanese tourist who died as a result.
Songkran road deaths 'could halve'
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 17/04/2019
» The death toll on Thai roads over Songkran has proven significantly lower than last year and could end up being reduced by half, according to the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation.