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Wellness tourism the way forward
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/11/2025
» As the government promotes the wellness and medical tourism segment, the private sector is calling for eased regulations and a focus on well-being to position Thailand as a top destination for these services.
Revolutionising Skin Cancer Screening at Samitivej Sukhumvit
Published on 29/11/2024
» Moles or birthmarks can appear anywhere on the body, including under the nails. While most moles are harmless, some may indicate serious skin cancers such as melanoma—the deadliest form of skin cancer, responsible for 75% of all skin cancer-related deaths. Melanoma is more prevalent in men and fair-skinned populations, particularly Caucasians. Although rare in Thais, melanoma develops from abnormalities in pigment-producing cells (melanocytes), often caused by excessive UV exposure. Early detection and treatment significantly enhance survival rates, with a 99% chance of recovery if diagnosed at an early stage.
Rewrite your biological algorithm to future-proof your body
Miskawaan Health Group, Published on 12/02/2022
» These days, many are turning their backs on traditional medicine for a more integrative approach to their health. This global movement is called ‘Biohacking’, and far from being a temporary trend or fad, it is a progressive lifestyle choice that is designed to optimise bodies from the cellular core to defy the normal aging process and avoid undesirable natural processes our bodies are subjected to.
Postpartum care booms in China
Asia focus, Thaweelap Rittapirom, Published on 24/05/2021
» Postpartum recovery centres -- facilities designed to provide professional care for mothers and their newborn babies -- are booming in China, with numbers soaring from 550 in 2013 to 4,800 this year.
Anantara, Verita launch medical tourism hubs
Business, Published on 04/10/2019
» Medical tourism operators are teaming up with resorts through a joint venture of Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas and Verita Healthcare Group to open a global network of property-based health centres.
Dermatologists keen on medical tourism
Business, Jesus Alcocer, Published on 26/04/2018
» Thai dermatological centres are building up capacity to cope with rapidly increasing medical tourism demand, said Nantapat Supapannachart, chief executive of Apex Medical Center.