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NVI Drives Local Vaccine Procurement Efforts
Published on 24/04/2024
» National Vaccine Institute (NVI), in collaboration with Ministry of Public Health and Ministry of Interior, supports Department of Local Administration (DLA) to promote immunization in their respective areas through the procurement of essential vaccines for public. This initiative has received technical support and has reached the initial stage of developing an influenza vaccine to be provided in the Pathum Thani area and other local districts moving forward.
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Breast Cancer: Early Screening, Rapid Treatment.
Published on 09/04/2024
» Breast cancer (BC) stands as one of the most prevalent cancers globally and is a leading cause of cancer-related fatalities among women worldwide. It ranks as the second most common cancer overall and is the primary gynecological cancer affecting women, albeit with relatively low mortality rates. Treatment typically involves surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy, underscoring the significance of prompt diagnosis and intervention. Women must not overlook the gravity of this condition. At the Breast Center of Bumrungrad International Hospital, we prioritise swift diagnoses and comprehensive care for patients.
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First Thailand Road Safety Forum Launches at AIT
Published on 03/04/2024
» The Thailand Accident and Research Centre (TARC), situated within the School of Engineering and Technology at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), hosted the inaugural Thailand Road Traffic Safety Forum with Mr. Montri Dechasakulsom, Deputy Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Transport, overseeing the opening. This pivotal event, organised on 13 March 2024, united a wide range of stakeholders, including representatives from the Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Public Health, and other pertinent government bodies.
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NVI, Thailand clarifies Long COVID-19 and COVID-19 vaccine misconceptions
Published on 24/01/2024
» National Vaccine Institute (NVI) and medical experts address inaccurate understanding about Long COVID-19 and COVID-19 vaccine adverse effects, emphasizing the need for accurate information dissemination by scientific evidence. In response to widespread misinformation about Long COVID-19 and the effects of COVID-19 vaccines, National Vaccine Institute (NVI), along with Department of Disease Control, Ministry of Public Health, medical specialists, national immunology experts, and the World Health Organization in Thailand, have jointly addressed these issues.
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Revolutionising Healthcare: Portable X-Ray Units for TB Detection
Published on 18/01/2024
» The Division of Tuberculosis of the Department of Disease Control, led by Dr. Phalin Kamolwat, Physician Advisory Level, Department of Disease Control, and Ms. Chutima Siripanumas, Medical Physician, Professional Level, along with Mrs. Piriya Rientrirat, Pharmacist, Division of Tuberculosis, received 16 "FDR Xair" ultra-portable digital X-ray units from Fujifilm.
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Thailand's Vaccination Drive Gains Momentum in 2023
Published on 30/11/2023
» The National Vaccine Institute (NVI), Thailand is working in tandem with government and private health-related agencies, as well as medical experts, to intensify efforts in fortifying the nation's health through vaccination. Our goal is to reduce morbidity and mortality among Thai population.
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Flu Strikes 1 Million Thais Annually: Urgent Vaccination Needed
Published on 20/11/2023
» According to a 2023 report from Ministry of Public Health, Thailand, over 300,000 Thai people were infected with influenza. Specialists believe probably one million people annually come down with the flu due to year-round occurrence. Moreover, unvaccinated people are at greater risk of recurring flu infection and the elderly are susceptible to flu-related severe illness or deaths because comorbidities can complicate their symptoms. The Influenza Foundation (Thailand) calls on the Thai Government to increasing offer free flu shot to people over 65 years of age and expand free flu vaccination to cover more school children who are likely to spread the disease. The flu vaccine is worth this investment and has been recognised as a cost-effective preventive measure for over 80 years.
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Danes and Novo Nordisk Partner to Combat Thailand's Diabetes Crisis
Published on 16/11/2023
» On World Diabetes Day, November 14, 2023, the Danish Embassy in Thailand collaborated with the Diabetes Association of Thailand, the Thai NCD Network, and Novo Nordisk Pharma (Thailand) to host discussions on ‘Public-Private Partnership – Key to Tackling the Burdens of Diabetes and Obesity in Thailand’. The event brought together stakeholders from the public and private sectors, as well as medical experts, to provide accurate knowledge about diabetes, obesity and NCDs. It also aimed to support the government and partners in jointly addressing the challenges of reducing diabetes prevalence and increasing access to medication and medical benefits. The event was honoured by the participation of Dr. Opart Karnkawinpong, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health, and Dr. Jadej Thammatacharee, Secretary General of the National Health Security Office (NHSO), who participate in the seminar to provide an overview of healthcare policy and drive Thailand’s public healthcare system at the Embassy of Denmark in Thailand.
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Bayer sees more than doubling of accessible markets and potential to shape regenerative agriculture on more than 400 million acres
Published on 26/06/2023
» Bayer announced its Crop Science Division will capitalise on opportunities presented by the shift to regenerative agriculture to grow in adjacent markets in addition to its core business of seeds, traits, crop protection and digital.
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All About Obesity – The Uninvited Enemy
Published on 31/03/2023
» According to WHO (World Health Organisation), obesity is defined as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health. It is one of the major risk factors for a number of diseases, including Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) such as Type-2-diabetes, cancer, hypertension and stroke as well as Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD).
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