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Fatal shooting stirs debate
Oped, Editorial, Published on 07/01/2025
» An incident where police fatally shot a man armed with a firefighter's axe at Surin Hospital on Friday has stirred debate on whether such a response was commensurate with the threat. Only a fair probe and transparent public communication will clear the air and improve safety in public hospitals.
Govt pulls through with Songkran fest
Editorial, Published on 21/04/2024
» Peak celebrations for the Songkran holiday this year may have passed, but there are already a few refreshing signs lingering in the aftermath of the festivities.
More woes at Mo Chit 2
Oped, Editorial, Published on 04/01/2024
» Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit may not have enjoyed the best of New Year celebrations. On Jan 1, as the world welcomed the Year of the Dragon, Mr Suriya, along with executives at the ministry, inspected Mo Chit 2 or Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak).
Invest in our doctors
Oped, Editorial, Published on 09/06/2023
» The shortage of medical personnel is not a new issue; indeed the problem has been part of the public health system for decades. Yet, the matter was brought up again this week following a viral Facebook post by actress Noppasorn "Puimek" Veerayuthawilai, who graduated from the faculty of medicine at Rangsit University.
Jab memo sows mistrust
Oped, Editorial, Published on 07/07/2021
» Following a public uproar, the Public Health Ministry yesterday decided to provide booster vaccines for frontline health personnel as soon as possible.
Help frontline staff first
Oped, Editorial, Published on 21/04/2021
» It's a shame that all frontline workers -- doctors, nurses and healthcare personnel -- have not received Covid-19 vaccines yet.
Phuket's chance to start afresh
News, Editorial, Published on 28/03/2021
» With the prime minister today expected to announce plans for the reopening of Phuket to foreign tourists in July and the kingdom hoping to regain its crown as one of the most visited and desirable holiday and travel destinations in the world, there is understandable concern over the move.
Pride can lead to a fall
Oped, Editorial, Published on 12/12/2020
» Over the past several months, Thailand has taken pride -- too much pride -- in its impressive track record in tackling the Covid-19 pandemic with zero local transmission. That pride finally led to complacency -- not only among the general public, but the health authorities as well.
Coronavirus balancing act
Oped, Editorial, Published on 11/04/2020
» With the unprecedented, devastating impact of the Covid-19 outbreak on the economy and public health, the government should come up with integrated strategies that can keep the economy rolling while preventing healthcare facilities from reaching breaking point. Sadly, such efforts have solely been driven by the private sector.
Protect the protectors
Oped, Editorial, Published on 02/04/2020
» Moral support, financial donations and gifts whether in the form of face masks, food or other necessities have been pouring in for doctors, nurses and other health personnel combating the coronavirus outbreak. But the goodwill gestures are not enough.