The renowned ex-prime minister of Thailand, Thaksin Shinawatra, will continue his hospitalization at the prestigious Police General Hospital. This decision has been sanctioned under an authorised extension once his initial 60-day out-of-prison period came to its completion this Saturday. The Department of Corrections’ director-general, Sahakarn Phetnarin, was intrinsic in expanding Thaksin’s time in the hospital based on professional medical advice, as public relations spokespersons of the department conveyed. The decision comes after a comprehensive report from Bangkok Remand Prison’s medical staff, citing that Thaksin’s ongoing care was critical at the Police General Hospital. Patient confidentiality and medical boundaries prevent explicit details of his treatment from being public knowledge, capturing the essence of the ex-prime minister’s right to privacy. Shinawatra, aged 74, has a recorded history of high blood pressure. He also battles complications of the heart and respiratory system, along with various health challenges the elderly often encounter. Thaksin’s daughter,…
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The Department of Disease Control (DDC) has recently issued a grave warning to farmers across the country. A fresh outbreak of the bacterial infectious disease, melioidosis – often referred to as Whitmore’s disease – has caused major distress in regions such as Buri Ram, Nakhon Ratchasima and Songkhla, claiming the lives of almost a dozen farmers. This disease, resulting from exposure to the fungus Burkholderia pseudomallei or B. pseudomallei, is normally found in spots with contaminated soil and water, rice paddies and agricultural farms. Currently, melioidosis is in its spring outbreak, a seasonal peak that is the cause of escalating concern among healthcare offices. The seasoned physician, Dr. Taweechai Wisanuyothin, who heads DDC’s Office 9, shared some alarming numbers last Saturday. As per his information, this year alone 582 instances of melioidosis have been identified in the four lower northeastern provinces – Buri Ram with 336, Nakhon Ratchasima with 93,…
The healthcare community was recently taken by storm, as a high profile scrutiny emerged, originating from the bustling heart of Nonthaburi, right on the MRT Purple Line at the Ministry of Public Health station. Tensions rumbled in the auditorium where Department of Medical Sciences officials diligently conducted free blood pressure and oxygen level tests. Their mission was clear – safeguard citizen’s health. But little did they know, a much grander, silent enemy was lurking in the pharmaceutical world. (Photo Credit: Pattarapong Chatpattarasill) The venerated Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a stern recall on 42 separate batches of high blood pressure medication, originating from five pharmaceutical giants. Their grave discovery? An alarming contamination in the drugs that possesses the potential to trigger cancer. The whistleblower that sounded this grave alarm is none other than Dr. Narong Aphikulvanich, a seasoned medical veteran who is currently serving as the acting secretary-general…
In the quiet hours of a Sunday morning in bustling Bangkok, the spiritual beacon of Thailand’s Muslims, Aziz Phitakkumpol, breathed his last in a local hospital, parting from the world at the dignified age of 76. His departure, announced by the Sheikul Islam Office, comes as a profound shock, arriving merely a day after the brutal demise of his sibling. Aziz, as the revered 18th Chularajmontri, or Thailand’s Muslim spiritual leader, succumbed at precisely 10:32 am at the renowned King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital following an unnoted ailment that necessitated his admission. Amid the sorrowful air, his funeral rite is set for an appointed hour of 10 am on the bright Monday morn. The solemn event will unfold at the central mosque located in the quaint district of Hat Yai, burrowed deep in his birth province of Songkhla. A distinguished individual and a respected figure, Aziz Phitakkumpol was born on the…
The small paradise of Ko Chang island in the province of Trat came alive as it bustled with activity over the recent three-day holiday weekend. It was an event marked by a significant influx of visitors who poured into this gem in the east to soak in the sun and take in the breathtaking views. The island’s chief of the Mu Ko Chang National Park, Polwaree Buchakiat, could barely contain his excitement on Sunday as he announced the arrival of a substantial number of tourists, especially organized tour groups. With King Chulalongkorn Day underway, this holiday also signifies the end of a school break, bringing with it a wave of fun-seekers to the Ko Chang islands. This tropical destination provided an array of wonders for its visitors. Tourists were seen immersing themselves in nature as they explored the rippling cascades of Klong Plu and Than Mayom waterfalls. Additionally, many set…
The high-stakes world of parliamentary politics and the turbulent sea of legislative change are once again at the forefront of Thailand’s news agenda. In an announcement made recently, Adisorn Piengkes, the esteemed chief of the government whip and a Pheu Thai list MP, stated that the government whips will hold a meeting on October 24 to decide their collective stance on a game-changing motion. This motion, proposed by the progressive Move Forward Party (MFP), calls for a public referendum on amending the constitution, an issue that will be up for debate in the House of Representatives on October 25-26. Make no mistake, this isn’t a simple proposal being slipped under the doormat. The MFP’s motion has earned its place on the House agenda, and the discussion over it will strictly follow the procedures laid out by the public referendum law – no exceptions. To ensure unity and a consistent stance,…
Picture this scene: It’s Sunday at Suvarnabhumi airport in Samut Prakan province, Thailand. A group of Thai vocational students, all decked out in their black attires, have just arrived from Israel. Among them, Vice Minister of Education, Siripong Angsakulkiat, stands out, sixth from the line, welcoming the students back home. This charming moment hides the harsh reality of the situation confronting many Thais in Israel today. (Photo supplied) Regrettably, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has had to report yet another increase in the number of Thais injured in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. On Sunday, the confirmed number took another leap, rising by two, thereby bringing the total to 18. Fortunately though, there has been no reported increase in the death toll or number of abducted Thais, which remain unvaried at 30 and 19 respectively. During these trying times, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has been providing regular updates to the…
In a comprehensive analysis conducted by the International Trade Promotion Office of Thailand based in Tel Aviv, the repercussions of renewed hostilities in the Middle East were examined. Somewhat surprisingly, the report highlighted an unanticipated advantage of the conflict for Thailand: a potential surge in food and medical exports. The escalating conflict has resulted in amplified demand for these commodities, giving Thailand a unique chance to augment exports. Noteworthy products in demand involve essential staples such as rice, seafood, along with canned and processed food items, in addition to health commodities like pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, and natural rubber products. The Trade Office also projected a surge in the demand for auto parts and vehicles in the post-war landscape. However, a decline in the demand for luxury goods like ornaments and jewellery is expected to persist for some time. Shining a light on the negative impacts of a protracted war, the…
In a solemn pronouncement, the revered Chula Rajamontri Office made the heavy-hearted statement that their esteemed Chula Rajamontri, Asis Pitakkumpol, had sadly “returned to the mercy of Allah at the poignant time of 10.32am”. They went on to say that the final farewell to this great man will be fittingly marked by an evocative prayer rite, set to take place at the iconic Songkhla Central Mosque. The well-planned commemoration is slated to unfold from the crack of dawn at 10am this forthcoming Monday. In the wake of a worrisome Friday, the office disclosed to the public that Asis found himself in the unfamiliar environment of a hospital room, the noticeable decline in his health causing concern amongst the staff and the community alike. The office called upon the boundless compassion of His Majesty the King as Asis was crowned a distinguished patient under the monarch’s sponsorship. A united Muslim community…
According to a recent, randomly conducted phone survey by Nida, the opinions of Thailand’s populace—from entertainment enthusiasts to night-owl shunners—were solicited on the proposition of shifting the official closure time for entertainment hotspots from 2am to a more nocturnal 4am. The survey, administered between October 17 and October 19, included 1,310 interviewees of 18 years and above from various demographics. Explorations into the nocturnal habits of the respondents presented a curious landscape: nearly 56% stated they were unfamiliar with after-dark adventures, while approximately 44% confessed they were accustomed to being part of the earlier nightlife scene. Delving deeper into the habits of those with nighttime entertainment experience under their belts, a subset of 581 respondents, the breakdown illuminated a range of frequencies in their recent annual nocturnal activities. The majority of the good-night goers, about 57.66%, reported they were not frequenters of the late-night entertainment scene, while 33.22% only ventured…