The Department of Disease Control (DDC) has intensified inspections on tobacco product retailers in Bangkok, uncovering illegal sales of Nicotine Pouches inside a well-known shopping mall in the Lak Si district. Legal action has been taken immediately against the offenders.

The Department of Disease Control (DDC) has intensified inspections on tobacco product retailers in Bangkok, uncovering illegal sales of Nicotine Pouches inside a well-known shopping mall in the Lak Si district. Legal action has been taken immediately against the offenders.

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On October 31, 2025, DDC officials, authorized under the Tobacco Products Control Act B.E. 2560 (2017), conducted on-site inspections following public complaints about the open sale of Snus and Nicotine Pouches in Bangkok. The investigation confirmed that one store was indeed selling Nicotine Pouches, displaying them prominently on the counter for public view.

According to the DDC, Nicotine Pouches are classified as tobacco products under Section 4 of the Act, as they contain nicotine and are consumed by placing the pouch inside the mouth. Therefore, they fall under full legal control and regulation.

The inspection revealed multiple violations:

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; - The display of tobacco products at a retail location, prohibited under Section 36, paragraph 1, carries a fine of up to 40,000 baht.

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; - Improper display of product names and prices, violating Section 36, paragraph 2, carries an additional fine of up to 5,000 baht.

Officials collected evidence, filed charges, and issued administrative fines according to their legal authority under the Act.

The Department of Disease Control reminds all retail businesses to strictly comply with the law, refrain from selling or displaying unapproved tobacco products, and ensure proper labeling and pricing in accordance with regulations. This enforcement aims to protect public health and prevent youth access to nicotine and tobacco products.

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<a href="https://www.ddc.moph.go.th/brc/news.php?news=56704&amp;deptcode=brc">The Department of Disease Control (DDC)</a>

Department of Disease Control Cracks Down on Illegal Sale of Nicotine Pouches at Major Mall in Lak Si

​​​​​​​The Department of Disease Control (DDC), in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO Thailand), organized the 2nd National Injury Surveillance Conference to promote the development of digital technology and strengthen Thailand’s injury surveillance data system. The initiative aims to enhance prevention efforts and sustainably reduce deaths and injuries from road traffic accidents, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3.6 — to halve global road traffic fatalities by 2030.

Thailand’s Department of Disease Control Partners with WHO to Advance Digital Technology for Injury Surveillance Aiming to Reduce Road Accident Fatalities in Line with SDG 3.6

You are cordially invited to witness the brilliance of “Vijit CHAO PHRAYA 2025”, a spectacular illumination event under the theme “The Light of Siam — The Mother of the Nation.”

You are cordially invited to witness the brilliance of &ldquo;Vijit CHAO PHRAYA 2025&rdquo;, a spectacular illumination event under the theme &ldquo;The Light of Siam &mdash; The Mother of the Nation.&rdquo; 
The event is held in remembrance and gratitude for the boundless grace and benevolence of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother, who has been revered as the &ldquo;Mother of the Land&rdquo; for her lifelong devotion to the well-being of the Thai people through her tireless works in natural resource conservation, environmental protection, Thai arts, and traditional craftsmanship.

This year&rsquo;s celebration aims to create an atmosphere of reverence, remembrance, and reflection&mdash;honoring Her Majesty&rsquo;s lifelong dedication and inspiration for the Thai people to live with sufficiency, gratitude, and love for their nation.

With profound reverence for Her Majesty&rsquo;s legacy, Vijit CHAO PHRAYA 2025 &ndash; The Light of Siam, The Mother of the Nation will illuminate the Chao Phraya River with breathtaking displays of light, sound, and art&mdash;transforming Bangkok into a shimmering symbol of loyalty and unity.

Venue: Along both banks of the Chao Phraya River, Bangkok 
Dates: 9 November &ndash; 23 December 2025 
Time: 6:00 PM &ndash; 10:00 PM

Illumination Route: From Rama VIII Bridge to Rama III Bridge

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	Rama VIII Bridge &ndash; &ldquo;Divine Grace, the River of Rama VIII&rdquo;
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	Bangkok Noi Canal &ndash; Dusit Canal (Siriraj Hospital) &ndash; &ldquo;The Stream of Compassion Flowing to the Mountains&rdquo;
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	Siriraj Bimuksthan Museum &ndash; &ldquo;The River of Time, the Eternal Stream for All&rdquo;
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	Royal Thai Navy Assembly Building &ndash; &ldquo;Might of the Royal Thai Navy&rdquo;
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	Nakaraphirom Park &ndash; &ldquo;Chao Phraya Rhapsody&rdquo;
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	Wat Arun Ratchawararam (Temple of Dawn) &ndash; &ldquo;Dawn of Siam&rdquo;
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	Wichaiprasit Fort &ndash; &ldquo;Guardians of the Sea&rdquo;
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	Wat Kalayanamit Woramahawihan &ndash; &ldquo;Lamp of Kindred Spirit&rdquo;
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	Phra Phuttha Yodfa Bridge (Memorial Bridge) &ndash; &ldquo;Threads of Glory&rdquo;
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	Phra Pok Klao Bridge &ndash; &ldquo;Luminary Golden Threads of Siam&rdquo;
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	Abandoned Building near Lhong 1919 &ndash; &ldquo;Siam Ghostly Heritage&rdquo;
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	Santa Cruz Church (Wat Mae Phra Luk Prakham / Kalawar) &ndash; &ldquo;Beacon of Ambition&rdquo;
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	River City Bangkok &ndash; &ldquo;Thailand, the Land of Smiles&rdquo;
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	ICONSIAM &ndash; &ldquo;The Thai-conic Lighting Symphony&rdquo;
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	Bangkok Dock Company (BANGKOK DOCK CO., LTD.) &ndash; &ldquo;Crystal of Life: The Light of Sustainable Tourism&rdquo;
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This magnificent festival will transform the Chao Phraya River into a corridor of light and love &mdash; celebrating the eternal grace of Her Majesty and the enduring spirit of the Thai nation.

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Experience “The Light of Siam” Shining Over the Chao Phraya River Vijit CHAO PHRAYA 2025: The Light of Siam, The Mother of the Nation

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has confirmed that no pasta products contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes  as reported in a recent outbreak in the United States  are being imported or sold in Thailand. The FDA conducted an urgent investigation after the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported an outbreak linked to ready-to-eat pasta products, which infected 27 people and caused 6 deaths in the U.S.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has confirmed that no pasta products contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes&nbsp; as reported in a recent outbreak in the United States&nbsp; are being imported or sold in Thailand. The FDA conducted an urgent investigation after the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported an outbreak linked to ready-to-eat pasta products, which infected 27 people and caused 6 deaths in the U.S.

The FDA verified that none of the recalled products&nbsp;&nbsp;Marketside Grilled Chicken Alfredo with Fettuccine and Home Chef Heat &amp; Eat Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo&nbsp; are distributed in Thailand.

The bacterium Listeria monocytogenes, which causes Listeriosis, is commonly found in the environment and can survive in a wide range of temperatures&nbsp; from body temperature to refrigerator conditions. Because it is widespread, it can easily contaminate food. However, the bacteria can be destroyed by proper cooking temperatures.

Consuming food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes can lead to mild flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache, muscle pain, diarrhea, and vomiting, or severe illness that may be life-threatening&nbsp; especially for pregnant women, newborns, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Therefore, maintaining proper hygiene and temperature control during food preparation, packaging, storage, and transportation is essential.

The FDA advises consumers to store ready-to-eat foods in the refrigerator immediately, reheat them thoroughly before eating, and avoid consuming raw or undercooked foods to prevent infection and protect their health.

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Thai FDA Confirms: No “Listeria”-Contaminated Pasta Sold in Thailand — Advises Consumers to Avoid Raw Foods and Reheat Before Eating

The Department of Disease Control (DDC), in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO Thailand), organized the 2nd National Injury Surveillance Conference to promote the development of digital technology and strengthen Thailand&rsquo;s injury surveillance data system. The initiative aims to enhance prevention efforts and sustainably reduce deaths and injuries from road traffic accidents, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3.6 &mdash; to halve global road traffic fatalities by 2030.

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Held from November 6&ndash;7, 2025, at TK Palace Hotel &amp; Convention, Bangkok, the conference was conducted under the theme &ldquo;Advancing the Injury Surveillance System (IS) Towards Sustainability.&rdquo; The event served as a platform for knowledge exchange, showcasing innovations and best practices in the use of injury surveillance data to inform policy and improve prevention strategies. More than 350 participants from across the country attended, including representatives from hospitals, local health authorities, and partner agencies.

The DDC stated that the Injury Surveillance (IS) System is a key tool for collecting and analyzing data on injury and death from all causes, particularly road traffic accidents recorded in hospital emergency departments. The data are used to guide prevention measures, policy formulation, and quality improvement of emergency care and referral systems &mdash; with the goal of saving more lives and improving outcomes for injured patients.

The agency also emphasized that developing a digital injury surveillance platform supports the Ministry of Public Health&rsquo;s policy to use technology to increase efficiency, reduce the workload of frontline personnel, and ensure greater accuracy in data management.

During the event, awards were presented to recognize hospitals and practitioners with outstanding contributions to injury surveillance, including IS Excellence Hospital Awards 2025, Outstanding Project Awards, and Best Poster Awards.

The DDC reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Thailand&rsquo;s injury surveillance system through digital innovation and inter-agency collaboration, helping to build a more resilient, data-driven public health infrastructure and reduce the impact of injuries nationwide.

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<a href="https://www.ddc.moph.go.th/brc/news.php?news=56712&amp;deptcode=brc">The Department of Disease Control (DDC)</a>

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a global call on World Cities Day for national and city leaders to transform urban environments into engines of health, equity, and sustainability. The organization has also launched a new guide, “Taking a Strategic Approach to Urban Health,” to support this transformation and help usher in a new era of coordinated urban health action.

Department of Disease Control Cracks Down on Illegal Sale of Nicotine Pouches at Major Mall in Lak Si

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WHO Calls for a New Era of Strategic Urban Health Action to Build Healthier, Fairer, and More Sustainable Cities

Thailand’s Department of Disease Control Partners with WHO to Advance Digital Technology for Injury Surveillance Aiming to Reduce Road Accident Fatalities in Line with SDG 3.6