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Local action 'key' to improving health
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 07/04/2026
» Rio de Janeiro: The World Health Organization (WHO) has underscored the critical role cities play in advancing global health, noting that more than half of the world's population now lives in urban areas -- a figure projected to rise to nearly 70% by 2050.
Illegal chemical plant geared to make 'zombie pods'
Online Reporters, Published on 05/04/2026
» Officials raided an illegal factory in Samut Prakan province and seized tonnes of smuggled chemicals that could have been used to produce half a million "zombie pods".
Public Health Ministry advances clinical research to become regional hub
Published on 03/04/2026
» The Ministry of Public Health (MOPH), led by the Minister of Public Health, H.E. Mr Pattana Promphat, together with six partners from the research and pharmaceutical sectors, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote clinical research on medicines and vaccines.
Ex-rescue volunteer admits indecent assault on actress
Online Reporters, Published on 02/04/2026
» A former rescue volunteer has admitted to indecently assaulting actress Gulasatree “Christine” Michalsky in her condominium room in Bangkok while she was experiencing a medical emergency and was unable to move, Khlong Tan police said on Thursday.
High hopes for cancer control
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 02/04/2026
» The Ministry of Public Health is moving to draft Thailand's first Cancer Control Act, raising hopes for improved access to treatment, stronger prevention and greater equity in medical resources as the country faces a growing cancer burden and mounting healthcare costs.
New cabinet expected to be sworn in on April 6
Online Reporters, Published on 31/03/2026
» The newly appointed cabinet is preparing for its oath-taking ceremony, expected on April 6, with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul outlining key policy priorities ranging from energy and environmental issues to anti-corruption and a renewed crackdown on drug trafficking.
Myanmar junta leader’s family buys B100m Bangkok home
Published on 31/03/2026
» The family of Myanmar junta leader Min Aung Hlaing purchased a luxury home worth nearly 100 million baht in Bangkok, bypassing Thai laws prohibiting foreigners from owning land or houses in the country, according to a human rights group.
Police nab 145,500 in nationwide drug blitz
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 28/03/2026
» A six-month nationwide anti-drug crackdown resulted in over 145,500 arrests and the seizure of nearly 700 million methamphetamine pills, police reported.
Aerogen and Enterprise Ireland Partner to Advance Respiratory Care in Thailand
Published on 27/03/2026
» Aerogen, the global leader in high-performance aerosol drug delivery,, in collaboration with Enterprise Ireland, the Irish government’s trade and innovation agency, hosted an exclusive educational symposium titled "Advancing Aerosol Drug Delivery in Critically Ill Patients: Perspectives from Thailand". Held on 16 March 2026 at the Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel, the event gathered leading medical professionals and high-level dignitaries to discuss the evolving landscape of respiratory therapy and the deepening collaboration between Ireland and Thailand.
Nearly 700m speed pills seized in six-month crackdown
Online Reporters, Published on 26/03/2026
» A sweeping six‑month narcotics crackdown has resulted in the seizure of nearly 700 million methamphetamine pills and the freezing of assets worth almost 6 billion baht, as drug syndicates continue to deploy increasingly inventive smuggling techniques, the national police chief said on Thursday.