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- Thailand News
Chulabhorn Hospital offers free Hepatitis screenings
Chulabhorn Hospital invites the public to participate in a free Hepatitis B and C screening programme in honour of the king on July 25 and July 26. The initiative celebrates the His Majesty the King’s 72nd birthday on July 28. Chulabhorn Hospital, under the Chulabhorn Royal Academy, announced the event today, encouraging citizens to join the screening programme. The screenings…
- Business News
King’s College student researchers discuss brain health
King’s College International School students have collaborated with Bangkok Hospital to deliver a Health Awareness Talk about neurology and brain health. BioMedINN, a student-directed research group at King’s College, organised the session in an effort to inform the public about the importance of neurological health and wellbeing. This event followed on from their recent creation of a stroke testing kit,…
- Health
Dealing with arrhythmia? Here are your treatment options at MedPark
Operating on a complex electrical system, the heart tirelessly pumps blood to sustain our lives. It coordinates every heartbeat with precision. However, disruptions to this rhythmic pattern can happen, and it’s called arrhythmia – an abnormal heartbeat. During an arrhythmia, the heartbeat can be too slow, too fast, or just irregular. While most arrhythmias are harmless, some can really impact…
- Business News
Phyathai Hospital celebrates app success with healthcare promotions and benefits
Phyathai Hospital has announced healthcare promotions to celebrate 500,000 people downloading their Health Up mobile application. Until September 30, patients at Phyathai-Paolo Group hospitals can access a 2-for-1 deal on specialised medical assessments and evaluations. Individually, these services cost 5,500 THB, but users who provide proof of registering with the app can book one additional Health Up Celebration package for…
- Thailand News
News outlet responds to fake journalist causing chaos at hospital
A widely followed Facebook page, AggressiveDoctor, recently exposed an individual pretending to be a journalist from a reputable news outlet, causing a disturbance at a hospital while emergency personnel were aiding an accident victim. This incident has prompted an official response from the news outlet itself. A Facebook user named Frong Khao Sod Nakhon Phanom reportedly clashed with hospital emergency…
- Thailand News
Siriraj Hospital unveils AI-powered 3D printing for titanium implants
Siriraj Hospital, in collaboration with Meticuly, has introduced a revolutionary titanium 3D printing system powered by artificial intelligence (AI), aiming to negate logistical and time constraints by creating regulatory-compliant implants directly within healthcare facilities. The partnership has led to the installation of an innovative 3D printing system that can design, manufacture, and deliver patient-specific implants within one to seven days,…
- Phuket News
Cutting-edge ambulance delivered to Chalong Hospital, Phuket
In a collaborative effort to enhance emergency responses in southern Phuket, Rawai Municipality, the Rotary Club of Andaman, and the Phuket Chamber of Commerce have come together to donate a cutting-edge emergency ambulance to Chalong Hospital. The donation ceremony was spearheaded by Rawai Mayor Aroon Solos, alongside the former President of the Rotary Club of Andaman, and the club’s current…
- Health
Everything you need to know about blood cancer treatment in Bangkok
Blood cancer can affect anyone at any moment, and getting a diagnosis can leave us with a million questions swirling in our heads. What treatments are available? How will life change? But here’s some encouraging news: blood cancer is highly treatable, especially when you catch it early, Dr Udomsak Bunworasate, a haematologist and transplant physician at MedPark Hospital Bangkok, tells…
- Thailand News
Cancer patient narrowly avoids death after hospital’s negligence
A major Thailand hospital’s negligence nearly led to a patient’s death after some gauze was left inside her uterus during cancer treatment, causing severe infection. The patient’s son called for an explanation and accountability from the hospital. The incident came to light when the patient‘s son, revealed on Facebook that he had to urgently rush his mother back to the…
- Thailand News
Thai intern uses Muay Thai to beat off hospital sexual assault
A Thai woman used Muay Thai skills, taught by her grandfather, to escape a sexual assault attempt by a male nursing assistant while interning at a hospital in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok. The victim, Baitong, shared CCTV footage of the incident on Facebook on June 14. She revealed that the incident occurred about a year ago. She later learned that…
- Thailand News
Backlash over Stark scandal suspect’s hospital transfer
The Department of Corrections (DoC) faced heavy criticism yesterday for transferring a key suspect in the Stark Corporation scandal to the Police General Hospital (PGH), as victims of the financial misconduct accuse officials of granting him special treatment. Dozens of investors affected by the Stark Corporation fraud case petitioned Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong, seeking transparency after discovering that Vonnarat Tangkaravakoon,…
- Business News
Thonburi Healthcare to invest 1.5 billion baht in cancer centres
Thonburi Healthcare Group Plc (THG) will invest 1-1.5 billion baht to establish three cancer centres in Thailand, aligning with the trend of specialised hospitals and expanding its operations in Myanmar and Vietnam. According to the Chief Executive, Dr. Tanatip Suppradit, the company aims to meet the increasing demand for hospital beds in Myanmar and enhance its wellness business in Vietnam.…
- Crime News
Thai teen admits ownership of heroin in hospital scandal
A 14 year old boy became the centre of a legal turnabout when he admitted that the heroin found in a ziplock bag belonged to him, claiming it was for a first-time sniffing. His confession came after an incident involving the boy being physically assaulted by the director of Mongkutwattana Hospital, Doctor Rianthong Nanna, who had also stripped him of…
- Thailand News
Hospital director accused of assaulting teen for smoking
A disturbing incident unfolded at Mongkutwattana Hospital yesterday, where the director, Doctor Rianthong Nanna, is accused of physically assaulting a 14 year old boy and ordering him to strip naked as punishment for smoking in the hospital’s restroom. The case, which has escalated to a formal complaint by the boy’s mother, raises serious questions about the appropriate measures for enforcing…
- Thailand News
Thai woman’s nostrils infested by hundreds of maggots
A Thai woman got more than she bargained for during a routine nasal examination when doctors unearthed a horrifying secret lurking inside her nose. A 59 year old Thai woman received a chilling diagnosis during what she thought was a routine visit to address her stuffy nose. Doctors at Nakornping Hospital, nestled in Thailand’s Chiang Mai Province, made a startling discovery,…
- Phuket News
Thaksin Shinawatra’s leisure trip to Phuket sparks controversy
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra stirred controversy following his recent visit to Phuket, which was initially presented as a casual leisure trip. The trip has come under scrutiny as Thaksin was observed mingling with various business figures and local administrative authorities on the island. Local reports stated that this incident prompted speculation about the actual intention behind Thaksin’s trip…
- Health
M Centre by BNH leads the way in Thailand for enlarged prostate treatments
As you age, your body undergoes changes beyond your control, even if you have done a lot to take care of yourself. One common change for men is the enlargement of the prostate, a small gland below the bladder. This condition, medically known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), occurs when the prostate becomes larger than usual and squeezes the urethra…
- Thailand News
Intoxicated man with knife dozes off in hospital sparking scare
An intoxicated man was arrested after entering a hospital with a knife and causing a commotion before dozing off in a patient observation room. The incident occurred around 1.30am at the Chularat 11 Hospital in Bang Pakong, Chachoengsao. Police and rescue workers promptly responded, subduing the situation and detaining the 31 year old man. Nikorn Janruang, under the influence of…
- Thailand News
Armed man shot by police at hospital in Phetchaburi after standoff
A man armed with a gun and a knife caused havoc at Cha-am Hospital in Phetchaburi, resulting in a confrontation with the police that led to him being shot and injured. The incident occurred yesterday evening when local police were alerted to a disturbance in the hospital’s in-patient building. On arrival, they discovered the man, identified as 34 year old…
- Thailand News
Thai man found living in tent by reservoir in East Pattaya
At the edge of Mabprachan reservoir in East Pattaya, a man weakened by muscular dystrophy was found living in a makeshift tent shelter. TMN News Pattaya stumbled upon the man, identified as Chai, who revealed his harrowing tale of survival. Hailing from Kanchanaburi Province, Chai recounted his struggles, abandoned by his community after his mother’s passing and left to fend…
- Thailand News
Update: Srettha confirms Thaksin’s release tomorrow
Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s release from hospital detention, confirmed by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, marks the end of a dramatic chapter in Thai politics. Thaksin, who returned to Thailand after 15 years in self-imposed exile, will step out of confinement on Sunday, according to Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong. The 74 year old ex-PM, serving a commuted one-year sentence for…
- Business News
Thonburi Healthcare Group expands operations in Myanmar
Thonburi Healthcare Group Plc (THG) is set to broaden its hospital operations in Myanmar in response to the rising demand for medical treatments. The executive chief, Tanatip Suppradit, disclosed that a feasibility study on the new investment is currently underway with results anticipated imminently. In 2021, THG opted to postpone new investments due to the political upheaval caused by the…
- Thailand News
Tragic scooter crash in Thailand leaves Queensland dad in coma with costly medical bills
A Queensland father’s life hangs in the balance after a scooter accident in Thailand left him in a coma, paralyzed, and burdened with astronomical medical expenses. The ordeal sparked a desperate plea for help as his family grapples with the overwhelming financial strain. Brenton Simmons faces a harrowing battle for survival after a fateful scooter ride in Thailand resulted in…
- Thailand News
Nonthaburi family alleges hospital’s negligence caused disability
A family in Nonthaburi accused a well-known hospital in the Bang Yai area of providing substandard care, leading to permanent disability for a 57 year old mother. They claim that the hospital, which they visited under the country’s universal healthcare coverage, misdiagnosed the patient’s condition and delayed proper treatment. The incident dates back to 2020 when the family sought medical…
- Thailand News
Infant with critical heart defect rushed to Bangkok for life-saving surgery
A seven-month-old baby with a critical heart condition was successfully transferred to Chulalongkorn Hospital in Bangkok for emergency life-saving surgery after showing signs of severe distress and requiring a ventilator. The infant’s journey from the Nong Khai border region included bypassing the city of Udon Thani via Mittraphap Road and onward through Khon Kaen to the capital. Today, at 1.20pm, the…
- Thailand News
Chulalongkorn Hospital to employ robot helper ‘Mr Sam’ to assist paperwork
Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital has unleashed a team of five robots, headed by Mr Sam, to revolutionise outpatient services. This futuristic endeavour aims to slash red tape, accelerate patient processes, and provide a helping hand to overwhelmed medical staff. It marks the dawn of a new era in healthcare technology, with robots taking charge of paperwork and streamlining the registration process.…
- World News
Jehovah’s witness sues hospital over unwanted blood transfusion
A 53 year old Ecuadorian woman living in Spain, a Jehovah’s Witness, sued a hospital after she underwent surgery and was given a blood transfusion without her consent. Rosa Edelmira Pindo Mulla filled out three forms before the surgery in 2018, expressing her religious objection to any blood transfusion, even if her life was at stake. During the operation, however, doctors…
- Thailand News
MP investigates Thaksin’s alleged 2 million baht treatment at Police Hospital
A delegation from the Police Committee of the House of Representatives, led by its chairman Chaichana Dejdecho, an MP from Nakhon Si Thammarat and a Deputy Leader of the Democrat Party, visited the Police Hospital to check on the health of former Thailand Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. The delegation was guided by Police Lieutenant Colonel Samart Muangsiri, a doctor at the…
- Thailand News
Siriraj Hospital to upgrade elderly healthcare
Siriraj Hospital is set to unveil its Academic Centre of Geriatric Medicine, a game-changer for Thai elders’ healthcare. With Thailand hurtling towards a super-aged society, this initiative, in collaboration with Minor Food Group, promises to reshape the future of healthcare. At a press conference yesterday, December 21, Wisit Vamvanij, Siriraj’s deputy dean, revealed the hospital’s ambitious plan. “Thailand is on…
- Thailand News
Thai hospital compensates family with 30,000 baht after medication mix-up
A hospital has compensated a family with 30,000 baht after a one year old infant was mistakenly given the wrong medication. The child, who had fallen and hit his head in the bathroom, was taken to a hospital in Samut Prakan province to have a brain scan. During the journey to another hospital for a second scan, a nurse gave…
