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'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.
Study finds one-third of monks in Bangkok overweight
Post Reporters, Published on 05/09/2025
» More than third of all Buddhist monks and novices in Bangkok are overweight, according to a city-wide health screening campaign, while nearly half have high blood cholesterol, and most suffer from oral health issues.
Govt supports kratom research
Post Reporters, Published on 04/09/2025
» The government has thrown its support behind a research project to develop a kratom-based spray to relieve pain and inflammation as an alternative to morphine, said deputy government spokeswoman Sasikarn Wattanachan.
Thai Military Bank case suspect files petition
News, Post Reporters, Published on 03/09/2025
» A lawyer on Tuesday petitioned the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to ensure fair treatment and justice for his client, one of 12 suspects in the high-profile Thai Military Bank (TMB) fraud case, citing asset misuse and delayed prosecution as key concerns.
Free HPV jabs at 24 universities
Post Reporters, Published on 17/07/2025
» The government has launched a new initiative to offer free HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccinations to female students at 24 pilot universities across Thailand, aiming to improve women’s health and reduce cervical cancer rates.
Thailand produces its first targeted cancer drug
Post Reporters, Published on 11/07/2025
» Thailand has produced its first locally developed targeted therapy pill for cancer treatment. Imcranib 100 is the result of the scientific vision and leadership of Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Krom Phra Srisavangavadhana.
Chiang Rai prison water safe: DoC
News, Post Reporters, Published on 10/06/2025
» Water is safe to use at Chiang Rai Central Prison, the Department of Corrections said in an effort to address concerns about potential lead contamination in the nearby Kok River.
Warning: Carcinogens in air near fire-razed warehouse
Post Reporters, Published on 13/05/2025
» People in Lat Krabang district of Bangkok were warned on Tuesday there are carcinogens in the air within 700 metres of a burnt-out furniture warehouse still giving off smoke.
Trouble beneath the calm surface
News, Post Reporters, Published on 06/05/2025
» Under the scorching sun, the Kok River glimmers as it winds its way through the northern provinces of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, before flowing into the Mekong River. Once a lifeline for local farms, fisheries, and tourism, the river is now a source of fear and uncertainty.
New medical AI database aims to boost diagnosis
News, Post Reporters, Published on 03/05/2025
» The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation has launched its Medical AI Data Platform, a centralised digital infrastructure designed to use artificial intelligence to accelerate medical diagnosis and reduce healthcare disparities.