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Thailand Ranks 38th in WEF Travel & Tourism Development Index 2026 as Asia-Pacific Tourism Gains Momentum
Thailand has been placed 38th globally in the World Economic Forum's Travel & Tourism Development Index (TTDI) 2026, according to a regional ranking summary. The latest WEF report also highlights Thailand as one of Asia-Pacific's improving tourism economies, with its index score rising 5.6% between 2024 and 2026.
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Thailand Says Plague Tests in Russia Are Negative, No Confirmed Outbreak Reported
Thailand's government has reassured the public following concerns over a possible plague outbreak in Irkutsk, Russia, stating that laboratory tests have not detected the plague-causing bacterium and that no evidence currently confirms an outbreak. Health authorities continue to monitor the situation through international disease surveillance networks.
Thailand Warns of Aflatoxin in Dried Foods, Citing Liver Damage and Cancer Risks
Thailand's Department of Health has warned consumers to exercise caution when purchasing and consuming dried foods, peanuts, spices and improperly stored food products due to the potential risk of aflatoxin contamination. The heat-resistant toxin, produced by certain molds, can damage the liver and increase the risk of liver cancer following prolonged exposure.
Thailand Reports 134 Measles Cases as New York Outbreak Prompts MMR Vaccination Advisory
Thailand's Ministry of Public Health is closely monitoring a measles outbreak in New York State, United States, following reports of increasing infections and a statewide emergency declaration. Meanwhile, Thailand recorded 134 confirmed and epidemiologically linked measles cases between January 1 and October 6, 2026, prompting health authorities to remind international travelers to check their MMR vaccination records before departure.
Thailand Advances Precision Cancer Treatment with Targeted Radionuclide Therapy and Nuclear Medicine Innovation
Thailand is strengthening its capabilities in precision cancer treatment through advances in Targeted Radionuclide Therapy (TRT), nuclear medicine research and radiopharmaceutical development. With contributions from leading Thai hospitals, national research institutions and international partnerships, the country is expanding its expertise in medical technologies that deliver radiation directly to targeted cancer cells.
WHO Calls for Global Shift From Psychiatric Institutions to Community Based Mental Health Care
The World Health Organization (WHO) is urging countries to accelerate the transition from long-term psychiatric institutional care to community-based mental health services that protect human rights, respect individual choices and support independent living. Ahead of World Mental Health Day 2026, WHO released new practical guidance to help psychiatric hospitals and national health systems move toward more inclusive, person-centred mental health care.
Bangkok Named the World's Best City for 2026 by Condé Nast Traveler
Bangkok, Thailand, has been reported as the world's top-ranked city in a list attributed to Condé Nast Traveler's 2026 Readers' Choice Awards, with a score of 97.68. The reported ranking places the Thai capital ahead of Paris, Istanbul and Rome, highlighting its international appeal as a destination known for culture, cuisine, hospitality and diverse travel experiences.