BANGKOK – Thailand’s FDA and Consumer protection police are intensifying their fight against illegal weight-loss supplements. Recent tragic events have forced the government to take aggressive action. Law enforcement agencies are currently hunting down online sellers peddling these toxic products. Many of these diet pills contain sibutramine, a highly dangerous and prohibited chemical. Key Takeaways: […]

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JUN

Why Too Few Children in Thailand Drink Enough Milk

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Anna Wong

Many children in Thailand are still not drinking enough milk, and health officials see the gap as a public health concern. It affects children in cities and rural districts alike, especially those in preschool and primary school. Milk matters because it gives young bodies calcium, protein, and other nutrients that support growth, bones, and daily […]

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JUN

Thailand Launches Advanced Dementia Screening Program With Biomarker Technology

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Rebecca Kim

BANGKOK – Thailand is taking a massive leap forward in the fight against memory loss. The Department of Medical Sciences (DMSC) has just introduced a groundbreaking pilot program. This new initiative focuses on early dementia risk screening using advanced biomarker technology. The DMSC is not working alone on this ambitious project. They have joined forces […]

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JUN

Chiang Rai Launches Bold Food Plan to Become a Top Wellness City

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Rebecca Kim

CHIANG RAI – The Province of Chiang Rai is taking a massive step toward a healthier, greener future. Deputy Governor Ruchtisak Rangsi has announced the launched a bold Safe Food Management Plan for the year 2026. This new initiative aims to improve how food is grown, managed, and eaten across the entire region. The ultimate […]

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JUN

Authorities Issue Urgent Health Warning Over 2C-B “Pink Cocaine”

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Naree Srisuk

BANGKOK – Thailand’s Office of the Narcotics Control Board recently issued a stark warning to the public about a new drug called pink cocaine. Officials are highly concerned about a dangerous synthetic substance that is currently spreading through local entertainment venues. This warning specifically targets young partygoers who frequently visit bars, nightclubs, and other nightlife […]

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JUN

Thailand’s Health Department Gives Warning Over Pink Eggs

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Rebecca Kim

BANGKOK – In the quiet district of Mae Sariang in northern Thailand, a normal breakfast recently turned into a public health alert. Villagers bought ordinary-looking chicken eggs from a familiar local store. But when they boiled and peeled them, they found something completely unexpected. The inside of the eggs had turned a bright, unnatural pink. […]

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JUN

Beyond Telehealth: The Hidden AI Wave Reshaping Thailand’s Healthcare

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Rebecca Kim

BANGKOK – Thailand’s medical sector is undergoing a massive, silent transformation this year. Digital health is no longer just about booking a doctor online or making a video call. Instead, the industry is being reshaped by powerful new trends that few saw coming a year ago. Workforce automation, frontier AI companies, and a rush for […]

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JUN

Thailand’s New Era of Surgical Robots are Transforming Operating Rooms

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Thanawat Chaiyaporn

BANGKOK – Surgical robots in Thailand are stepping into a groundbreaking new phase, driven by artificial intelligence and computer vision. These advanced technologies are reshaping the medical landscape, making complex procedures far more precise and significantly safer. Today, leading hospitals are routinely using these smart robotic systems for joint replacements, delicate hearing implants, and intricate microsurgery. […]

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JUN

Thailand Looks at Developing Thai Kratom into Major Cash Crop

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Naree Srisuk

BANGKOK – Thailand is currently taking a very bold and highly exciting step forward in its national farming and public health sectors with Thai Kratom. The country aims to heavily promote Thai kratom as a brand-new economic crop for all of its hardworking local farmers. This exceptionally smart move will generate real income for the […]

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MAY

Report Finds Over 4 Million Gen Z in Thailand Addicted to Online Gambling

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Anna Wong

BANGKOK – Walk into any coffee shop in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, or Khon Kaen, and you will likely see Gen Z youth glued to their smartphones. To the untrained eye, they might be playing a harmless video game, scrolling through social media, or texting friends. However, a closer look reveals a much darker reality for many […]

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