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Alert sounds over surge in flu, RSV, dengue fever cases
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 23/09/2025
» The Public Health Ministry has voiced alarm over a rise in respiratory illnesses as well as a jump in fatalities from increasing influenza and dengue fever cases.
National Vaccine Committee Endorses Law Amendments to Boost Security
Published on 16/08/2025
» The National Vaccine Committee has endorsed the proposed on amending the National Vaccine Security Act B.E. 2561 (2018), in line with Section 77 of the Constitution of the Kingdom of Thailand B.E. 2560 (2017), which requires that only necessary laws be enacted and outdated or inconsistent ones revised or repealed. The proposed amendment aims to ensure that vaccine-related operations reflect current realities and can adapt to future developments in vaccine management.
Somsak outlines strategy on dengue
News, Published on 10/06/2025
» The government has laid out its strategy to combat the spread of dengue fever, in an effort to bring down the number of deaths from the disease to zero this year.
BDMS endorses vaccines as flu season nears
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 16/05/2025
» Preventive vaccination is essential in reducing the severity of symptoms and limiting the spread of infectious diseases, especially as flu season approaches, according to medical experts from the Bangkok Dusit Medical Services (BDMS) group.
Leishmaniasis deaths prompt alert in Thailand
Post Reporters, Published on 25/04/2025
» Thai health authorities have issued a warning following two deaths from leishmaniasis this year, urging the public to take precautions against bites from sandflies, the disease’s primary vector.
Mahidol University Leads Health Transformation for Real Impact
Published on 27/03/2025
» Mahidol University is undergoing a strategic transformation to strengthen its position as a world-class leader in health sciences and holistic wellbeing. Under the theme “Real World Impact”, the university aims to excel in cell and gene therapy, AI-integrated healthcare, and support for Thai health tech startups, with the ultimate goal of nurturing unicorn-level innovations.
Dengue jab trial to begin
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 15/03/2025
» The Ministry of Public Health will launch a dengue vaccination trial in Nakhon Phanom province next month. If successful, the vaccine will be included in the universal healthcare scheme, says Minister Somsak Thepsutin.
Natural Solutions: Teen’s Mission to Improve Health for Vulnerable Communities
Published on 25/10/2024
» In Thailand, the blend of heat and humidity creates an ideal environment for infections, especially during the rainy season from mid-May to October. Beyond the prevalent threat of dengue fever, skin problems like fungal infections disproportionately affect underserved communities, where poor living and working conditions increase their risk. Trinity Jantarach, a 17-year-old student at Bangkok Patana School (BPS), witnessed this issue during her volunteer work in the Khlong Toey slum. She saw firsthand the struggles of individuals dealing with ringworm, inspiring her to support these vulnerable communities.
Locals repair and prepare after deluge
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 14/10/2024
» Residents in several flood-ravaged areas of Lamphun's Muang district are grappling not only with slowly receding floodwater but also foul smelling contaminated water.
Secondhand smoke 'kills 9,400 per year'
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 17/08/2024
» More than 9,000 people die as a result of secondhand smoke in Thailand each year, a rate higher than that of the United States, says a recent report.