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New treatments may help with morning sickness
Life, Published on 06/02/2024
» DEAR DOCTORS: My husband and I are ready to expand our family, but I had such bad morning sickness for my whole pregnancy last time that I'm scared. Can you please talk about recent news about what causes morning sickness and if this may lead to a treatment that actually helps?
Complicated grief extends the time it takes to heal after loss
Life, Published on 30/01/2024
» DEAR DOCTORS: My mother and stepfather were married for 42 years when he passed away suddenly. That was a year ago, and she's still struggling. I talked to my doctor about it, and he said it sounds like "complicated grief". I've never heard of that. What can we do to help her?
A seminar at Chula explores the future of humanity
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 22/01/2024
» Are we becoming an endangered species? This will be the topic of discussion this evening at the seminar "Redesigning Human Existence" at the Faculty of Engineering Auditorium, Chulalongkorn University. Come listen to an insightful discussion on human extinction and the ethical considerations of a potential redesign.
Lifestyle changes can help fight sleep inertia
Life, Published on 19/12/2023
» DEAR DOCTORS: I recently heard on social media about something called sleep inertia. It came up in a conversation about how to get a better night's sleep. Is this real, or was it invented? I often don't feel refreshed when I wake up and wonder if sleep inertia might be why.
The skincare industry's secret weapon? TikTok
Life, Published on 18/12/2023
» 'Rare Beauty, I'm Coming For Ya!" shouts Haven Garza to 4 million TikTok followers as she dabs a liquid "luminiser" by the brand Rare Beauty on her face, to which she has already applied a toner, serum and moisturiser. This may sound like pretty standard fare for TikTok's highly popular get-ready-with-me beauty tutorials, but the skincare influencer in this case is seven years old.
Even children can be diagnosed with hypertension
Life, Published on 12/12/2023
» DEAR DOCTORS: My nephew is 12 years old and was diagnosed with hypertension. I was surprised because I didn't realise this could be a problem for kids his age. I don't remember having my blood pressure checked as a kid. What information do you have about this?
Talk to a doctor before starting supplements
Life, Published on 05/12/2023
» DEAR DOCTORS: What is your opinion of the brain and memory supplements that we see advertised on TV? I'm also curious about other supplements, like the ones that are advertised to help with vision or for joint health. Do any really help?
Menopausal woman drinks soy milk to ease hot flashes
Life, Published on 07/11/2023
» DEAR DOCTORS: I am a 51-year-old woman, and I eat a very good diet and exercise six days a week. When I went into menopause, I got hot flashes. Drinking a cup or two of unsweetened soy milk each day helps a lot. Is that safe? I don't have gout, but I've read that soy products can increase uric acid.
Green tourism on the rise
Life, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 11/10/2023
» Crowded streets, bustling nightlife, and vibrant beach parties: this high season is shaping up well for Thailand, experiencing a surge in international tourists after a three-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Rather than depending heavily on sheer tourist numbers, the pandemic has taught us the importance of slowing down, exploring natural destinations, and allowing environments to recover from reduced capacity, waste, and environmental footprint.
Capturing the many faces of khon
Life, Published on 02/10/2023
» A white unadorned mask, worn back-to-front in unorthodox fashion, rises from the ground and levels an inscrutable gaze upon the audience. A consummate performance of Chui Chai, a piece of traditional dance choreography, commences with the dancer facing away from the audience and towards the back of the stage of Jitti Chompee's Miscellany Of Khon.