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Danone Leads National Action on Iron Deficiency
Published on 28/11/2025
» Iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) remains one of the most pressing yet often overlooked health concerns in Thailand, affecting up to one in three children under five years old. Because early-stage IDA typically presents no clear symptoms, it is known as a “silent threat” that can permanently impair brain development, lowering a child’s IQ by as much as 13%. To close gaps in early detection and nutritional knowledge, Danone Thailand is working closely with the Department of Health, Ministry of Public Health, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), healthcare professionals, and retail partners including CJ, Lotus’s, Big C and leading local stores to strengthen nationwide prevention efforts, from proactive screening to better nutrition support.
Bumrungrad’s AAA Center Named Asia’s No.1 Joint Surgery Hub
Published on 29/05/2025
» According to the World Health Organization, back in 2019, about 528 million people worldwide had osteoarthritis — with about 73% being over 55 years of age and 60% being women. In Thailand, over 6 million people suffer from osteoarthritis. Research shows that 70% of knee pain cases do not receive proper treatment, potentially leading to more serious issues over the long run.
UNODC Launches #TechSafeSpace Campaign for Digital Safety
Published on 15/07/2024
» With the misuse of technology posing a serious threat across Southeast Asia for the past few years, the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is launching a regional campaign for governments and the public to raise awareness about the safe and responsible use of technology. The campaign, titled #TechSafeSpace, aims to promote a secure digital environment, promote digital inclusion and responsibility, and uphold human rights.
Oil spill may trigger 'coral abortions'
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 07/09/2023
» Marine experts at the Aquatic Resources Research Institute (Arri) of Chulalongkorn University say Thai Oil's ruptured offshore pipeline in Chon Buri could have a devastating impact on coral and trigger other long-term effects.
Siriraj offers robot surgery on birthday
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 01/04/2021
» To mark its 133rd anniversary, Siriraj Hospital launched a campaign to offer free, robotic surgeries to 237 poor patients nationwide on Wednesday.
No plans for recalling lifelong licences
News, Post Reporters, Published on 10/08/2020
» The Department of Land Transport (DLT) on Sunday reassured it would not recall lifelong driving licences or have the lifelong licence holders be re-evaluated over road safety concerns.