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Overcoming that temptation to light up
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 20/11/2025
» A Malaysian survivor of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has shared his experience of his decades-long struggle with smoking cigarettes and the health scare that finally convinced him to quit.
Siemens Healthineers Unveils New 3D Mammography System
Published on 18/11/2025
» Siemens Healthineers, a global leader in medical technology, has reinforced its commitment to advancing early breast cancer detection in Thailand with the launch of the MAMMOMAT B.brilliant, a next-generation 3D mammography system. Equipped with PlatinumTomo technology, the system enhances accuracy, speed, and efficiency in breast cancer screening and diagnosis—particularly in early-stage cases—while keeping radiation exposure to a minimum. The platform also improves clinical workflow and patient comfort through features such as automatic breast compression, marking a significant step forward in improving quality of life and helping reduce breast cancer mortality in Thailand.
Lung diseases kill yet remain overlooked
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 18/11/2025
» A senior representative from the World Health Organization (WHO) has urged all stakeholders -- governments, clinicians, journalists and advocates -- to confront chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs), particularly Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), in the lead-up to World COPD Day on Wednesday.
BDMS Accelerates Healthcare Transformation Through AI and Innovation
Published on 12/11/2025
» Bringing together leading experts and practitioners from Thailand and around the world, Bangkok Dusit Medical Services Public Company Limited (BDMS) hosted the BDMS Academic Annual Meeting 2025 from 3-7 November at the BDMS Connect Center on Witthayu Road. Held under the theme “Striving for Healthcare Excellence Across the Lifespan: From Prevention to Precision Medicine,” the conference served as a dynamic platform for continuous knowledge exchange and professional development across multiple medical and wellness disciplines. The event underscored BDMS’s unwavering commitment to elevating Thailand’s medical standards to global levels and strengthening its position as a world-class medical hub.
Sophon targets vapes and narcotics to protect youth
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 23/10/2025
» Deputy Prime Minister Sophon Zarum, as the newly appointed chairman of the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth), has pledged swift and decisive action to combat the rising use of e-cigarettes and narcotics among Thai youth despite the government's short tenure.
Health data systems to help curb cancer
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 18/10/2025
» Berlin: Among non-communicable diseases (NCDs), cancer remains one of the most critical threats to public health, both in terms of mortality and economic burden. In Thailand alone, the National Health Security Office (NHSO) spent more than eight billion baht last year on cancer treatment.
'Gold Card' needs dose of realism, says neurologist
News, Post Reporters, Published on 14/10/2025
» Prof Dr Somsak Tiamkao, a neurologist and director of Khon Kaen University's Faculty of Medicine's Srinagarind Hospital, is urging reform of universal healthcare funding, calling for public co-payments to sustain services amid budget constraints and mounting hospital debts.
Thai influenza cases surge past 700,000 with 61 deaths
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 09/10/2025
» Thailand’s Department of Disease Control has sounded the alarm over a sharp rise in influenza cases, which have now surpassed 700,000 nationwide, with 61 deaths reported.
Bayer Spotlights Innovations to Address Rising Health Challenges in the Asia Pacific Region
Published on 03/10/2025
» Bayer reinforced its commitment to advancing healthcare solutions for patients in the APAC region with very diverse healthcare landscapes and varying patient needs.
Phuket forges ahead with AI City plan
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 18/09/2025
» Phuket’s AI City project is gaining momentum as various aspects of public services will be automated using artificial intelligence.