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Sorry state of HIV discrimination
News, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 29/11/2014
» HIV/Aids is one of the most researched diseases in the world with medical advancements adding more years to the lifespan of sufferers. However, in Thailand, laws are lacking that prevent a job seeker with the disease from being screened out by employers.
Prevent a cat-astrophe
Muse, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 05/04/2014
» Looking for furry friends? Cats can be good companions either in a cosy apartment or for a busy family. Cats don’t want a daily walk and most tolerate being left alone for long periods of time. But these self-sufficient animals need more than a bowl of food and a comfortable lap on demand.
Sweet hazard
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 25/03/2014
» Actor and TV host Kanchai Kamnerdploy understands how bad the situation can be for the whole family when a member is diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
Not just bubbles and fizz
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 20/03/2014
» No summer is complete without a cool drink. A sip of cool water can help us beat the heat and quench our thirst. However, for children, water is sometimes not enough.
Take it without a grain of salt
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 11/03/2014
» The kidneys remove harmful waste and extra water from the blood and produce the hormones necessary to make red blood cells.
New Mahidol unit to focus on sensory science
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 10/12/2013
» The scent of freshly baked biscuits or cakes wafting from the kitchen gives us an urge to try some. The sight of a hamburger may cause us to lovingly recall the textures and flavours of the various ingredients and make our mouths water. And first impressions can be negative, too _ the unattractive look of oyster shells and the intensely salty smell of the sea they give off may put off some people and deter them from sampling this delectable shellfish for the first time.
Making a jab at full protection
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 26/11/2013
» High fever, headaches, persistent cough bringing up mucous, sore throat, runny nose, muscular aching and general fatigue. If those symptoms are all too familiar, it is because most of us have had bouts of influenza more times than we can count.
Life is sweet - too sweet
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 19/11/2013
» Looking back on past decades, there was a war on fat. We were educated to wean ourselves off fat in our diet to reduce the risk of heart disease.
Move It!
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 05/11/2013
» If there is one thing that we could do to improve our health and wellbeing, it is exercise. We have often been told that physical activity is good for both body and mind.
Snoring and long-term health issues
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 30/04/2013
» Wanchai used to be a noisy sleeper. His loud snoring not only annoyed his children but also made them worry that he might have an underlying health problem.