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Major Thai chains reduce sugar in beverages
News, Post Reporters, Published on 12/02/2026
» Nine major Thai beverage chains have partnered with the Department of Health to introduce a new standard for drink sweetness aimed at reducing sugar consumption and lowering risks of obesity and non-communicable diseases.
Health dept urges premarital checkups
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 08/02/2026
» The Department of Health has urged couples to undergo medical check-ups before marriage, as early screening can prevent babies from being infected with sexually transmitted diseases.
Most Thais 'unaware' of alcohol's health risks
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 12/12/2025
» A survey by ThaiHealth found most Thais are unaware that the consumption of alcoholic drinks can increase the risk of cancer, highlighting alcohol's central role in driving the country's worsening non-communicable diseases (NCDs) crisis.
Calls to sober up retirement celebrations
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 01/09/2025
» The Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth), in partnership with civic and education organisations, has launched a nationwide campaign encouraging alcohol-free retirement parties for state officials. The initiative seeks to redefine the tradition of retirement celebrations by emphasising safety, health, and respect.
Hepatitis jabs urged for all Thais
News, Post Reporters, Published on 16/08/2025
» Chulabhorn Hospital has warned that millions of Thais remain at risk of hepatitis B, urging everyone to receive at least one dose of the vaccine, particularly those born before 1992, when vaccination of newborns was not widespread.
The death of Cadet Pakapong Tanyakan
News, Wisawaporn Jukgoljun, Published on 29/07/2025
» After nearly eight years, the tragic death of young cadet Pakapong "Moei" Tanyakan reached a devastating conclusion last week. The Supreme Military Court sentenced two senior cadets to just four months and 16 days in prison, sparking widespread public criticism over the apparent disparity in penalties between military personnel and civilians accused of similar offences.
Student dies after drinking 1.5L of kratom juice
News, Online Reporters, Published on 05/07/2025
» A 19-year-old vocational student was found dead in her dormitory room in Udon Thani on Saturday morning, after consuming an entire 1.5-litre bottle of kratom juice before going to bed, friends told police.
New drug to be registered with FDA
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 04/07/2025
» The Government Pharmaceutical Organisation (GPO) has prepared to register the affordable hepatitis C drug ravidasvir with the Food and Drug Administration to improve access for 800,000 patients and reduce treatment costs.
New SSO board backs more dental, kidney care
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 08/06/2025
» The newly appointed medical board of the Social Security Office (SSO) has approved expanded dental and kidney care, is eyeing a lung cancer vaccine, and pledged preventive measures to better match universal healthcare coverage.
Rama II Road victim of falling concrete dies
News, Online Reporters, Published on 30/04/2025
» The pickup truck driver who was hit by chunks of concrete from an old flyover on Rama II Road in Samut Sakhon province succumbed to his serious injuries on Tuesday night.