Following the tragic deaths of five people, including three children, in a measles outbreak in Thailand's southern provinces, health authorities have launched a large-scale vaccination campaign. The outbreak has particularly affected young children in regions with low vaccination rates. The campaign is targeting schoolchildren
Traffic in Thailand is very dangerous for tourists!
Thailand's traffic is known to be some of the most dangerous in the world, especially for unsuspecting tourists. This article highlights some of the reasons why driving or traveling in Thailand can be a perilous undertaking.
Investigation into private hospital in Bangkok after refusal to treat Taiwanese tourist with fatal outcome
Thai authorities have launched an investigation into a private hospital in Bangkok after allegations that the hospital denied emergency treatment to a Taiwanese tourist who died after a traffic accident. The incident, which was widely reported in the media and on social networks, has sparked international outrage and questions about the care of foreign tourists in Thailand.
In light of recent events, including the diagnosis of tuberculosis (TB) in a prominent actor, the Department of Disease Control (DZB) emphasizes the critical importance of TB screening. With Thailand among the top 30 countries with the highest number of TB cases worldwide, the risk of this infectious disease is more urgent than ever.
New research: 'One cigarette a day is already deadly'
New research from University College London shows that even someone who smokes just one cigarette a day has a significantly increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Cutting down on smoking therefore has only a very limited health effect.
