Health
NHSO reveals Bangkok clinics earn up to 7 million baht annually
The National Health Security Office (NHSO) has disclosed budget allocations for each community clinic, revealing some clinics receive up to 7 million baht annually. The income of these clinics largely depends on the number of patients treated and services provided. The Association of Warm Community...
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Top 6 yoga studios in Thailand for 2022
With its mindful atmosphere and beautiful surroundings, Thailand has long been a great place to practice the art of yoga. World-class yoga studios continue to blossom in the country, welcoming both dedicated yogis and beginners. There’s no shortage of great options to learn yoga and exchange knowledge with like-minded yogis from across the globe. The …
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Is Thailand famous for coffee and is Thai coffee good?
PRESS RELEASE Thailand now ranks in the top 15 coffee exporters of coffee in the world. Thai coffee was never really known, but in recent years, international recognition for Thai coffee has rapidly increased. And this time, Thailand isn’t just known for Robusta coffee beans but also Arábica coffee beans. To date, Thailand still exports …
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The WHO insist monkeypox is not “a gay disease’
World Health Organisation officials Monday revealed the outbreak of the monkeypox virus in Europe and the US “is primarily spreading through sex among men with around 200 confirmed and suspected cases across a dozen countries.” But today the WHO insist that the disease isn’t just isolated to one community. Andy Seale, from the WHO’s Department …
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100,000 messages from teenagers suffering from mental health illnesses
The Thailand Policy Lab received over 100,000 messages from teenagers online many suffering from mental health problems. After evaluating data from the messages, the most often word found was ‘stressed,’ while ‘lonely’ was spotted over 40,000 times. Insomnia and clueless were two other common words among the messages received. Several teenagers were anxious, worried, burned …
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Thai consumers say no thank you to sugary drinks, they’re sweet enough
A recent report has revealed life is not sweet at all in Thailand’s coffee shops, supermarkets and malls, and that sugary drinks have left a bitter taste in the mouths of the nation’s ready-to-drink consumers. Research company Nielsen discovered, the ready-to-drink beverage market in Thailand dropped 2.6% year-on-year between April 2021 to March 2022, led …
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Thailand plans to declare Covid-19 endemic earlier than expected
Thailand’s Covid-19 situation is continually improving and is expected to be declared an endemic disease more than half a month earlier than expected, according to the Ministry of Public Health. The ministry originally planned to declare Covid-19 an an endemic disease on July 1 this year. Yesterday, the ministry’s Permanent Secretary Kiatiphum Wongrajit announced that …
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Health and safety a priority as kids return to Bangkok schools after two turbulent years
The Thailand Ministry of Education yesterday allowed schools to reopen their doors for the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic hit the nation in 2020 in line with the government’s transition to living with Covid as an endemic disease. Some children celebrated their return to school in style in Tak province, northern Thailand, taxied in …
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Risk of dengue fever is higher in rainy season, warns Thai doctor
The risk of contracting dengue fever in Thailand is higher in the rainy season, because pools of water are breeding grounds for mosquitoes, warns Songkhla Provincial Public Health Doctor Songkran Maechum. Monsoon season began last Friday, and intermittent rain is expected to cause a spike in dengue fever cases in Thailand, so be prepared. In …
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Cultivation of medical cannabis on the internet
Press Release The spread of Covid-19 in the past years has significantly changed the agricultural industry worldwide. The internet has become the new mechanism and tool for people to develop the agricultural sector, promoting the switch from a traditional farm to a modern one. Hence, each country’s government should encourage modern agriculture by using the …
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If pigs could fly: Authorities tackle pork price crisis following swine fever outbreak
In the midst of already surging meat prices, there has been a recent outbreak of African Swine Fever reported at several Thai pig farms, exacerbating the problem even further. Farms that have detected the virus have to slaughter and bury pigs to prevent the disease from spreading, decreasing the number of pigs in the country. …
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Thailand hospitals: everything you need to know
Thailand is known for its high standard of healthcare. The country is home to world-class hospitals with state-of-the-art equipment and skilled doctors who received their training abroad. Although the standard of healthcare is generally high, not every hospital in Thailand offers the same thing. There’s a range in quality among hospitals; some are definitely better …
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A guide to getting dental implants in Thailand
The rising costs of dental implants (and dental treatment in general) in many countries causes people to seek more affordable dental work abroad. Thailand is among the most popular options for those who face unaffordable dental implants in their home country. Travelling to another country for dental implants is not something to be taken lightly. …
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Turkish medical visa: What you need to know
Are you excited to finally go on a medical trip to Turkey? Foreigners who wish to undergo medical treatment in this Eurasian country need to obtain a medical visa. Below, we’ve compiled everything you need to know about the Turkish medical visa. Why should you choose Turkey for medical treatment? Internationally accredited medical facilities A …
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How to choose the right hospital for medical tourism in Thailand
For many years before the pandemic, Thailand has been one of the top medical tourism destinations. After closing its borders for so many months, the country is finally accepting international medical tourists again. If you’ve decided to make Thailand your medical travel destination, the next thing you should do is decide which hospital in the country …
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Top tips on having lip fillers in Thailand
Thailand is one of the best countries to go to for lip fillers. Every year, thousands of people arrive in this beautiful country to get voluptuous and plump lips. If you’re one of the people who’s planning to go to the Land of Smiles to get lip fillers, then there’s a lot of things you …
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8 things you need to prepare before a vasectomy in Thailand
A vasectomy is an effective form of permanent birth control without any excessive risks. It’s a safe and straightforward procedure. However, like many other surgical procedures, the anticipation of getting a vasectomy can be stressful for some men, especially when they’re doing it abroad. Once you’ve decided to move forward and do the procedure in …
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Top 5 ways to say goodbye to hair loss in Bangkok
Ageing, genetics, health conditions, and trauma to the scalp can all cause hair loss and thinning hair. For some people, losing their hair can feel frustrating. It can affect their self-esteem and make them feel insecure. That’s why many people who experience hair loss choose to fly to Bangkok in hopes of bringing back the …
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5 things you need to know before having IVF treatment in Thailand
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is an expensive fertility treatment that can put many couples in debt. And with a low global success rate of under 50%, getting the procedure can be a difficult decision. That’s why a lot of people choose to undergo the procedure in Thailand to save up more money. But besides the …
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Top tips on getting dental veneers in Thailand
Have you finally made your mind and decided to let Thai dentists work their magic on your teeth? Veneers can repair chipped, stained, and cracked teeth. They can really improve the look of your teeth and give you the perfect smile. However, they can be pretty expensive. That’s why a lot of people opt to …
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Criteria for blood donation won’t relax to allow LGBTQ donations
Despite calls from equality activists, the National Blood Centre said that they will not relax blood donation criteria to allow donations from the LGBTQ community, particularly gay men. The statement made yesterday said that the centre was not ready to relax criteria for high-risk groups though they empathise with the LGBTQ community’s desire to help. …
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Top 8 bottled water brands in Thailand
Because tap water in Thailand is not drinkable, bottled water is a big business. For some people, choosing the “best tasting” water is not a difficult thing. After all, water is water, and they all taste the same, right? Well, not really. While the difference between bottles is nuanced, most people tend to gravitate towards …
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Top HIIT Gyms in Bangkok
If you want to see effective results from your exercise routine, HIIT is a great option. Bangkok has a plethora of HIIT classes on offer that promise to raise your heart rate and boost your post-class endorphins. Never heard of HIIT? Put simply, HIIT is high-intensity interval training; best known for raising heart rates, sweat …
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Top 5 Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants in Bangkok
Even a few years ago, a list of the best vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Bangkok would have somewhat lacked. Now, more and more plant-based establishments are appearing in the city, with the vegan movement growing each year. And with good reason – studies have shown that a meat-free diet can be beneficial to both …
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Top virologist Yong faces backlash for Covid-19 suggestions
Dr Yong Poovorawan, head of the Centre of Excellence in Clinical Virology at Chulalongkorn University and Thailand’s top virologist has recently come under fire for missteps in the handling of the Covid-19 pandemic. A petition on Change.org has garnered about 10,000 signatures calling for his removal from the University Centre as those opposed to his …
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Increase in suicide feared in Thailand as Covid-19 grows
Suicides increasing may be the most unfortunate side effect of living through a pandemic. In Thailand, those living in red and dark red zones, and people afflicted with Covid-19, or with close relatives or friends affected, are the most vulnerable to suicide according to the Thai Department of Mental Health. The increased restrictions tend to …
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Thailand’s healthcare sector may become overwhelmed with increasing Covid infections
Thailand’s healthcare sector could get overwhelmed with the increasing number of daily Covid-19 infections. Today, the country is reporting the highest amount of daily infections at 2,070 with 4 deaths, leading many to wonder if the nation will have enough medical facilities to treat Covid patients. Recently, health authorities have began responding more to the …
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17 medical staff isolated due to dishonest Covid-19 patient
The already-strained Samut Prakan provincial hospital isolated 17 medical staff members today after a patient was dishonest about interaction with a Covid-19 infected patient. The patient was not forthcoming with details about coming in contact with a person that had been diagnosed with the Coronavirus. As a result, the hospital announced the mandatory quarantine of …
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Thailand introduces help for LGBT families
Thailand is introducing help for those families with LGBT children who suffer from bullying. The Thai Health Promotion Foundation and the Foundation of Transgender Alliance for Human Rights created a manual titled, “This House Has Gender Diversity.” Phoranee Phuprasert, director of the Office of Vulnerable Group Support, says the manual aims to create a better …
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The benefits of traditional Thai massage
One of Thailand’s most famous cultural delights is that of a Thai massage. And, it can be said that once you have one of these, you won’t go back to your previous methods of healing and relaxation. Thai massages have been around for 2,500 years as the method began originally as a type of healing …
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Global medical tourism in 2020 and the impact of Covid-19
2020 was a tough year for business, unless you’re Amazon or Zoom! But certain industries were hit harder by the impact of Covid-19 than others, with the Tourism Industry taking one of the heaviest blows of them all. Hospitality and airlines are the industries we mostly hear about, with the niche tourism sectors not getting …
