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  • HealthShould you get your moles checked by a dermatologist regularly?

    Should you get your moles checked by a dermatologist regularly?

    We’ve all got moles, but how often do we think about getting them checked? For most people, the answer might be “not often enough.” Moles are so common and are generally harmless that we don’t usually associate them with something as serious as cancer. However, certain types of moles, especially if they show unusual changes, can potentially develop into melanoma…

  • HealthAllied Health is your best friend for medical tourism in Thailand

    Allied Health is your best friend for medical tourism in Thailand

    Thailand’s reputation for offering high-quality yet affordable medical care, cutting-edge technology, and timely services has made it a top choice as a medical tourism destination. At first glance, planning your treatment here might seem straightforward: book your flight, pick up your passport, and head over for the procedure. But as you research and start planning, things can quickly become overwhelming.…

  • Thailand NewsPhuket veggie festival gets a ‘clean plate’ in food hygiene check

    Phuket veggie festival gets a ‘clean plate’ in food hygiene check

    As the vibrant Phuket Vegetarian Festival unfolds, a team from Vachira Phuket Hospital is cracking down on unsanitary practices among street market food vendors and shrine kitchens. Last Friday, October 4, Dr Thiraphong Aramruang, Head of the Social Medicine Group at Vachira Phuket Hospital, led an inspection mission at the Sui Boon Tong Shrine (Lor Rong) and the Tao Bo…

  • HealthWhat every man needs to know about prostate cancer screening and treatment

    What every man needs to know about prostate cancer screening and treatment

    Despite being one of the most common cancers in men, prostate cancer doesn’t get talked about enough. For a lot of men, there’s often little time to stop and think about their health, particularly when it comes to something as personal as prostate health. However, according to Dr Paibul Boonyapanichskul, a urologist at MedPark Hospital Bangkok, regular check-ups are crucial…

  • HealthUroLift, a game changer in BPH treatment, is available at BNH Hospital Bangkok

    UroLift, a game changer in BPH treatment, is available at BNH Hospital Bangkok

    M Centre by BNH Hospital Bangkok has just introduced UroLift, a minimally invasive treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate in this August. With this addition, BNH became the only hospital in Thailand to offer a full range of minimally invasive BPH treatments, following the arrival of Rezum Water Vapor Therapy and iTind in the last 3 years.…

  • Thailand NewsIllegal care centre in Chiang Mai sends Thai father to hospital

    Illegal care centre in Chiang Mai sends Thai father to hospital

    A Thai woman took her father to a care centre in Chiang Mai, only to receive the news that he was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries. It was later revealed that the centre was operating illegally. A Facebook user named Mimm Jewpanya pleaded for help yesterday after her father was admitted to a care centre in Chiang Mai.…

  • Thailand NewsBiggus dickus: Rogue penis enlargement doc gets shafted by cops

    Biggus dickus: Rogue penis enlargement doc gets shafted by cops

    The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) and the National Health Security Office (NHSO) busted a rogue operator offering dubious penis enlargement procedures to men looking for a bigger package. Unfortunately, one victim, seeking a bit of extra length, has been left with painful infections rather than a bigger pecker. Heading the charge, Police Lieutenant General Jiraphop Phuridet and Police Major General…

  • Thailand NewsHospital slip up swaps newborns, father demands 200,000 baht

    Hospital slip up swaps newborns, father demands 200,000 baht

    A shocking incident of baby swapping at a hospital left a father devastated after discovering his newborn daughter had been switched with another baby. The hospital has admitted to the mistake, corrected its actions and has since scheduled a meeting to discuss compensation for the families involved. The father initially noticed the issue when his newborn daughter’s appearance seemed different…

  • Thailand NewsIT technician loses job, vision after Bangkok hospital misdiagnosis

    IT technician loses job, vision after Bangkok hospital misdiagnosis

    An IT technician has lost her job and suffered partial blindness following an alleged misdiagnosis at a private hospital in Bangkok. Sasinan (surname withheld) turned to the Sai Mai Tong Rot relief and emergency Facebook page to seek support. On June 18, Sasinan developed a red eye and sore throat. The following day, she took over-the-counter medication, which failed to…

  • Bangkok NewsBangkok hospital’s Nazi ‘gas chambers’ plan sparks fury

    Bangkok hospital’s Nazi ‘gas chambers’ plan sparks fury

    The director of Mongkutwattana Hospital in Bangkok sparked a storm of controversy with a plan to punish smokers who defy his anti-smoking ban, drawing comparisons to Nazi Germany’s grim practices. Rienthong Nanna, the director of the private hospital located in the Laksi district, declared on Facebook that he would confine defiant smokers in ‘gas chambers’ made from old telephone booths…

  • Thailand NewsPublic health minister rejects 30-baht scheme co-payment review

    Public health minister rejects 30-baht scheme co-payment review

    Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin dismissed a proposal from health experts to revisit the co-payment system of the universal healthcare policy, known as the 30-baht gold card scheme. Somsak stated emphatically that he had no intention of reopening discussions about the co-payment plan. “The ministry is doing its best to take care of people’s health. No changes have been made.”…

  • Thailand NewsNACC awaits CCTV in Thaksin hospital treatment probe

    NACC awaits CCTV in Thaksin hospital treatment probe

    The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has yet to receive CCTV footage from the Police General Hospital as it investigates potential preferential treatment given to former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra during his hospital stay. Niwatchai Kasemmongkol, NACC secretary-general, stated yesterday that the commission has gathered substantial information and will soon determine if there is sufficient evidence to proceed with questioning. The…

  • Thailand NewsMan seeks justice after wife dies from hospital’s inadequate care

    Man seeks justice after wife dies from hospital’s inadequate care

    In a heartfelt Facebook post, a Thai man expressed his grief after the sudden death of his wife, who succumbed to severe pneumonia. Anuwa Jarong detailed the ordeal at a hospital where his wife was kept waiting for nearly an hour before receiving inadequate care. Anuwa’s wife, Amina, died on Friday after battling a severe lung infection. She was 35…

  • Thailand NewsThai king’s son reveals lung infection in candid hospital post

    Thai king’s son reveals lung infection in candid hospital post

    Vacharaesorn Vivacharawongse, son of the King of Thailand, shared an update about his health while lying in a hospital bed with an oxygen tube. He revealed that he has a lung infection caused by a virus. Vacharaesorn posted a story on his Facebook account yesterday, showing himself in a hospital bed with an oxygen tube in his nose. “Still here,…

  • HealthMeet Dr. Suntchai Wirotsaengthong, one of Thailand’s leading experts in Rezum Water Vapor Therapy

    Meet Dr. Suntchai Wirotsaengthong, one of Thailand’s leading experts in Rezum Water Vapor Therapy

    Since the arrival of Rezum Water Vapor Therapy at M Centre at BNH Hospital Thailand, men suffering from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as enlarged prostate, no longer need to undergo a major operation or take long-term medication. At the forefront of this innovative procedure is Dr. Suntchai Wirotsaengthong, the hospital’s esteemed urologist, who has been designated as a…

  • Thailand NewsFamily demands justice after hospital denies treatment, father dies

    Family demands justice after hospital denies treatment, father dies

    A tragic incident in Nakhon Ratchasima has left a family devastated after a father was denied treatment at a local hospital, leading to his untimely death. The family is now seeking justice and accountability for what they perceive as negligence. At Wat Srapleang in Sung Noen, Nakhon Ratchasima, a funeral ceremony was held for Somporn Rasamee, a 50 year old…

  • HealthDealing with arrhythmia? Here are your treatment options at MedPark

    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…

  • HealthTop 5 hospitals in Bangkok 2024

    Top 5 hospitals in Bangkok 2024

    Welcome to Bangkok, one of the most vibrant cities in the world. With its stunning skyline and bustling streets, it‘s a city like no other. It also happens to be one of the best places to receive medical care in the region. This is why we have compiled a list of the top 5 hospitals in Bangkok in 2024. Now,…

  • Thailand NewsChulabhorn Hospital offers free Hepatitis screenings

    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 NewsKing’s College student researchers discuss brain health

    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,…

  • Thailand NewsNews outlet responds to fake journalist causing chaos at hospital

    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 NewsSiriraj Hospital unveils AI-powered 3D printing for titanium implants

    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 NewsCutting-edge ambulance delivered to Chalong Hospital, Phuket

    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…

  • HealthEverything you need to know about blood cancer treatment in Bangkok

    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 NewsCancer patient narrowly avoids death after hospital’s negligence

    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 NewsThai intern uses Muay Thai to beat off hospital sexual assault

    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 NewsBacklash over Stark scandal suspect’s hospital transfer

    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 NewsThonburi Healthcare to invest 1.5 billion baht in cancer centres

    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 NewsThai teen admits ownership of heroin in hospital scandal

    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 NewsHospital director accused of assaulting teen for smoking

    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…