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Cancer Bill raises hopes
News, Editorial, Published on 04/04/2026
» The Ministry of Public Health is making the right move in drafting the Cancer Bill. The legislation raises 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.
Diplomacy over silence
Oped, Editorial, Published on 24/02/2026
» Caretaker Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow is garnering praise for his open diplomacy aimed at re-engaging with Myanmar. Last Wednesday, he formally met his counterpart Than Swe in Phuket. There, Mr Sihasak was quoted by international media as saying that Thailand will serve as a "bridge" to bring Myanmar back into Asean.
The dark side of vaping
Oped, Editorial, Published on 24/12/2025
» The latest crackdown on e‑cigarette labs in Pattaya and Bangkok this week is a stark reminder that e‑cigarettes -- illegal products that have become a lifestyle accessory for young people and partygoers -- are growing more widespread and more dangerous.
NHSO reform a national priority
Editorial, Published on 16/11/2025
» On Wednesday, the National Health Security Office -- a public organisation that operates the 30-baht "gold card" or Universal Coverage Scheme (UCS) -- will celebrate its 23rd anniversary.
No excuse for abuse
News, Editorial, Published on 08/11/2025
» The International Labour Organization estimated in 2021 that 27.6 million people were victims of forced labour, including sexual exploitation -- a global challenge that remains a serious concern for Thailand as well.
Tackling mental health woes
Editorial, Published on 05/10/2025
» With millions of Thais suffering from or at risk of serious mental disorders, it is undeniable that mental health problems have become a crisis demanding urgent action.
Lead paint risk lives on
Oped, Editorial, Published on 05/08/2025
» A recent pollution study has revealed that lead-based paint remains a persistent threat in homes and buildings, despite government efforts to reduce the risks.
Vape dilemma heats up
Oped, Editorial, Published on 15/03/2025
» Photos of Chorayuth Chatupornprasith, MP of the People's Party, vaping in parliament have caused a stir, especially as there are parliamentary moves to revise policies for e-cigarettes, which are currently illegal in Thailand.
Stop the party snoops
News, Editorial, Published on 06/01/2025
» Ahead of the upcoming nationwide local elections on Feb 1, troubling signs of state power being wielded for political advantage are emerging. The government and the Interior Ministry, in charge of state mechanisms, cannot evade responsibility to ensure a fair and transparent electoral process.
Open up reserved jobs
News, Editorial, Published on 28/10/2024
» The recent mass arrests of over 2,000 undocumented foreign workers -- including 1,289 Myanmar nationals, along with Cambodians, Lao, Vietnamese, and others -- have spotlighted a pressing issue in the labour market.