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Govt sounds alarm over rate of premature births
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 18/11/2025
» The Public Health Ministry has voiced renewed concern over Thailand's high rate of premature births, which currently stands at 9.91%, a figure considered high compared with global averages.
Bhumjaithai boss has 'no designs on PM post'
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 27/08/2025
» Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) leader Anutin Charnvirakul dismissed speculation that he is preparing to assume the role of prime minister.
Thailand draws up historic first climate change bill
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 20/08/2025
» Thailand's first climate change bill is expected to be submitted to parliament by the end of this year, with the establishment of a national climate fund as a central mechanism to support the country's transition from a fossil-fuel economy to a low-carbon society, according to the Department of Climate Change and Environment.
Rise of the 'Bangkok Dragon'
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 11/08/2025
» A temporary sculpture of the Asian water monitor at Lumpini Park has shone a spotlight on one of Bangkok's most recognisable residents -- the large lizard often seen basking by the park's lakes.
Hospital explains service hiatus for Cambodians
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 01/08/2025
» Sunpasitthiprasong Hospital, Ubon Ratchathani's provincial state-run hospital, issued a formal statement yesterday to clarify its controversial move to temporarily suspend certain services for Cambodian nationals. The decision follows heightened tensions along the Thai-Cambodian border and has drawn sharp criticism from opposition lawmakers.
Pheu Thai says no political impasse
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 07/07/2025
» Thai politics has not yet reached a stalemate despite rising tensions and growing speculation about a potential new political alliance between two opposition parties, says Pheu Thai deputy leader Chousak Sirinil.
Ministry moves to shut down illegal factories
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 19/06/2025
» The surge of Chinese-owned industrial firms setting up in Thailand over the past several years has drastically reshaped the country's investment landscape, one that is increasingly hostile to long-term economic sustainability.
Somsak wades into Thaksin doctor saga
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 30/05/2025
» Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin has submitted his opinions to the Medical Council of Thailand (MCT), indicating he partially disagrees with its decision involving three doctors connected to former premier Thaksin Shinwatra's out-of-prison medical treatment, according to his aide.
Thai-US projects get cash back
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 03/03/2025
» Cooperation between Thailand and the United States in health projects has resumed after the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced the lifting of the suspension order previously issued on projects' activities and approved reimbursement for expenses incurred during the suspension.
Insurance package hike eyed for foreign workers
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 07/02/2025
» The Ministry of Public Health is looking to raise the price of health insurance packages for non-Thai workers, so they are comparable to the amount the government subsidises for Thai citizens.