Singapore — The National Heart Centre Singapore (NHCS) is set to pilot the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in three public hospitals, aiming to significantly reduce the time required to analyze heart scan images and enable faster diagnosis of coronary artery disease.

Singapore&nbsp;&mdash; The National Heart Centre Singapore (NHCS) is set to pilot the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in three public hospitals, aiming to significantly reduce the time required to analyze heart scan images and enable faster diagnosis of coronary artery disease.

On Tuesday (May 20), Lohendran Baskaran, Senior Consultant at the center, said the AI-powered system can interpret heart scans and assess coronary artery disease risk in under 10 minutes&mdash;a substantial improvement compared to the current 2&ndash;4 hours typically needed by radiologists and cardiologists.

Baskaran stated that the Singapore AI-powered coronary lesion analysis system, which operates under supervision, achieves an accuracy rate of between 85% and 99%. A one-year trial, set to begin in the third quarter of this year (July&ndash;September), will evaluate how effectively the system performs in real-world clinical settings.

Local media reports indicate that coronary artery disease is the leading cause of cardiovascular-related deaths in Singapore. In 2023, a total of 8,311 people died from cardiovascular diseases, accounting for nearly 30% of all deaths that year.

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<a href="https://www.xinhuathai.com/inter/516071_20250521">XinhuaThai News</a>

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Taweesin Visanuyothin M.D., Director-General of the Department of Medical Services, together with Sakarn Bunnag M.D., Deputy Director-General of the Department of Medical Services, and Suthat Chottanapund M.D., Deputy Director-General of the Department of Disease Control, held a press conference on the current COVID-19 situation and treatment guidelines. Taweesin Visanuyothin M.D., stated that Mr.Somsak Thepsuthin, Minister of Public Health, is concerned about the increasing number of COVID-19 cases, which may be attributed to the early arrival of the rainy season and the reopening of schools. This period also coincides with a seasonal outbreak of influenza, which presents similar symptoms. The public is therefore being advised to increase self-protection measures.

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In 2025, ArokaGO proudly presents a list of the Top 30 Hospitals in Thailand, recognized for their outstanding quality and standards. This ranking is based on the World’s Best Hospitals 2025 report, compiled by global media outlet Newsweek in collaboration with Statista.

In 2025, ArokaGO&nbsp;proudly presents a list of the Top 30 Hospitals in Thailand, recognized for their outstanding quality and standards. This ranking is based on the World&rsquo;s Best Hospitals 2025 report, compiled by global media outlet <a href="https://www.newsweek.com/">Newsweek</a> in collaboration with <a href="https://r.statista.com/en/">Statista.</a>

This year, Bumrungrad International Hospital has once again secured its position as the top hospital in Thailand, continuing its legacy of world-class healthcare services.

According to data from Statista, the number of hospitals worldwide is expected to grow to 215,977 facilities by 2026. With such a vast number of options, many global healthcare databases struggle to provide a clear and comprehensive overview for patients seeking high-quality care.

To address this gap and assist patients in making more informed decisions, Newsweek and Statista have jointly developed the<a href="https://rankings.newsweek.com/worlds-best-hospitals-2025"> World&rsquo;s Best Hospitals 2025</a> rankings. These rankings feature top-performing hospitals at both the global and national levels, helping patients choose healthcare providers that best meet their needs.

The rankings are based on a robust evaluation process, including:

- Online surveys of thousands of medical experts (physicians, hospital managers, healthcare professionals)

- Patient experience data

- Key hospital performance indicators

- Certified Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs), which allow patients to assess their quality of life and wellbeing after treatment

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<h3>Top 30 Hospitals in Thailand &ndash; 2025 Rankings</h3>

1.<a href="https://www.bumrungrad.com/en">Bumrungrad International Hospital</a>

2.<a href="https://www.samitivejhospitals.com/about-us/hospital">Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital</a>

3.<a href="https://www.siphhospital.com/en/home">Siriraj Piyamaharajkarun Hospital</a>

4.<a href="https://kcmh.chulalongkornhospital.go.th/en/homepage-en/">King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital</a>

5.<a href="https://www.bangkokhospital.com/en">Bangkok Hospital</a>

6.<a href="https://www.medparkhospital.com/en-US/">MedPark Hospital</a>

7.<a href="https://www.rama.mahidol.ac.th/en">Ramathibodi Hospital</a>

8.<a href="https://www.thonburihospital.com/en/">Thonburi Hospital</a>

9.<a href="https://www.praram9.com/en/">Praram 9 Hospital</a>

10.<a href="https://www.bch.in.th/">Bangkok Christian Hospital</a>

11.<a href="https://www.bangkokhospital.com/en/bangkok-bone-brain">Bangkok International Hospital</a>

12.<a href="https://www.yanhee.net/">Yanhee Hospital</a>

13.<a href="https://www.rajavithi.go.th/eng/">Rajavithi Hospital</a>

14.<a href="https://www.ram-hosp.co.th/">Ramkhamhaeng Hospital</a>

15.<a href="https://www.bpk9internationalhospital.com/">BPK 9 International Hospital</a>

16.<a href="https://www.samitivejhospitals.com/about-us/hospital">Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital</a>

17.<a href="https://www.vajira.ac.th/home">Vajira Hospital</a>

18.<a href="https://phyathai2international.com/">Phyathai 2 Hospital</a>

19.<a href="https://hospital.psu.ac.th/">Songklanagarind Hospital</a>

20.<a href="https://www.phyathai.com/en/pyt1">Phyathai 1 Hospital</a>

21.<a href="https://www.med.cmu.ac.th/en/service/suandok/">Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital</a>

22.<a href="https://srinagarind.md.kku.ac.th/">Srinagarind Hospital</a>

23.<a href="https://www.budhosp.go.th/">Buddhachinaraj Phitsanulok Hospital</a>

24.<a href="https://www.sikarin.com/">Sikarin Hospital</a>

25.<a href="https://www.pmk.ac.th/">Phramongkutklao Hospital</a>

26.<a href="https://www.saintlouis.or.th/">Saint Louis Hospital</a>

27.<a href="https://www.cgh.co.th/en/phaholyothin/">CGH Hospital Phaholyothin</a>

28.<a href="https://www.bangkokhatyai.com/en">Bangkok Hospital Hat Yai</a>

29.<a href="https://www.aekudon.com/index.php?lang=EN">Aek Udon International Hospital</a>

30.<a href="https://www.bnhhospital.com/">BNH Hospital</a>

This ranking not only highlights medical excellence but also reflects the trust placed in Thai hospitals by both patients and professionals around the world. At ArokaGO, we hope this information helps guide you in choosing the healthcare services that best suit your needs&mdash;with quality and confidence.

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In addition to the Newsweek rankings, several hospitals in Thailand have also been recognized with the prestigious ArokaGO Star Award, which is organized in collaboration with the Thai Medical and Wellness Tourism Association (TMWTA).

The ArokaGO Star recognizes healthcare providers that demonstrate three core competencies: 
1. Client-Focused Treatment Procedures 
2. Exceptional Customer Experience 
3. Sustainable Business Operations

These standards are designed to help healthcare and wellness providers in Thailand meet and exceed international benchmarks, while building trust with clients and elevating the country&#39;s position as a global leader in medical and wellness tourism. 
The award also encourages institutions to continuously improve service delivery, embrace ethical and transparent business practices, manage risk effectively, and enhance the cultural sensitivity and competencies of their teams.

Hospitals that have received the ArokaGO Star Award include: 
 
1. <a href="https://www.rpchospital.com/index.php?lang=en">Ruampat Chachoengsao Hospital</a> 
 
2. <a href="https://www.bangkokhatyai.com/en">Bangkok Hospital Hat Yai</a> 
 
3.<a href="https://asiacosmetichospital.com/"> Asia Cosmetic Hospital</a> 
 
4.<a href="https://idlhospital.com/"> IDL Hospital</a> 
 
5. <a href="https://www.princsuvarnabhumi.com/">Princ Hospital Suvarnabhumi</a> 
 
6. <a href="https://www.ubonrak.com/">UBONRAK Thonburi Hospital</a>

 
These institutions exemplify excellence not only in medical standards but also in delivering trust, hospitality, and care that resonate with both Thai and international patients.

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Source:

<a href="https://rankings.newsweek.com/worlds-best-hospitals-2025/thailand">rankings.newsweek.com worlds best hospitals 2025 thailand</a>

30 Thai Hospitals Ranked Among the World’s Best  2025

Jerusalem, May 26 – A research team from Tel Aviv University has identified antibiotic-resistant and potentially dangerous strains of Vibrio bacteria in the Mediterranean and Red Seas, raising public health concerns. These bacteria are known to cause serious infections in humans, including gastrointestinal illness, wound infections, and ear infections. They also pose threats to marine life such as corals and shellfish.

Jerusalem&nbsp;&ndash; A research team from Tel Aviv University has identified antibiotic-resistant and potentially dangerous strains of Vibrio bacteria in the Mediterranean and Red Seas, raising public health concerns. These bacteria are known to cause serious infections in humans, including gastrointestinal illness, wound infections, and ear infections. They also pose threats to marine life such as corals and shellfish.

Researchers warn that Vibrio bacteria are capable of exchanging genes, meaning that once a single strain acquires harmful traits, it can pass those traits on to others, amplifying the threat. Rising ocean temperatures due to climate change are further accelerating the spread of these bacteria into new areas and increasing the risk of human infections.

The findings, published in the journal mSphere, are based on genome analysis of 23 Vibrio samples collected from coastal waters near Tel Aviv and Eilat. The study revealed a wide range of toxins, secretion systems, and mobile genetic elements that enable these bacteria to survive and become more virulent. At least 10 strains were found to be capable of killing immune cells, and 12 strains could produce toxins to eliminate rival Vibrio bacteria.

Antibiotic testing revealed strong resistance among many samples, particularly to azithromycin, a commonly used antibiotic for treating Vibrio infections. Alarmingly, one strain found in the Red Sea was capable of producing toxins lethal to shrimp&mdash;a threat that has previously caused billions of dollars in losses to the global shrimp farming industry.

The research team emphasized that the discovery highlights an urgent need for continued environmental monitoring along Israel&rsquo;s coastal waters to detect and manage emerging biological threats.

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Source:

<a href="https://www.worldviewthainews.com/131/8902">WorldViewThaiNews</a>

Drug-Resistant, Dangerous Vibrio Bacteria Found in the Mediterranean and Red Seas, Say Researchers

Taweesin Visanuyothin M.D.,&nbsp;Director-General of the Department of Medical Services, together with Sakarn Bunnag&nbsp;M.D.,&nbsp;Deputy Director-General of the Department of Medical Services, and Suthat Chottanapund M.D.,&nbsp;Deputy Director-General of the Department of Disease Control, held a press conference on the current COVID-19 situation and treatment guidelines. Taweesin Visanuyothin M.D., stated that Mr.Somsak Thepsuthin, Minister of Public Health, is concerned about the increasing number of COVID-19 cases, which may be attributed to the early arrival of the rainy season and the reopening of schools. This period also coincides with a seasonal outbreak of influenza, which presents similar symptoms. The public is therefore being advised to increase self-protection measures.

Currently, a portion of the public has begun to relax their preventive behaviors. However, if everyone cooperates and takes proper precautions, it will help reduce the spread of the virus and lower case numbers. As of 2025, there have been 69 reported deaths, mostly among the &quot;608 group&quot;&mdash;senior citizens and individuals with underlying health conditions&mdash;mainly in major cities or tourist areas, including Bangkok (22 cases), Chonburi (8), Chanthaburi (7), and Chiang Mai (3). The mortality rate has not increased and stands at 0.106 per 100,000 people, reflecting that the severity of the disease has not worsened.

The overall trend of infections has been on the rise since week 16. During weeks 19&ndash;22, case numbers exceeded the five-year average and were higher than during the same period in 2024. In week 22 alone, there were 93,621 new cases&mdash;the highest reported so far&mdash;while this week has seen 28,392 cases. Disease prevention measures continue to emphasize personal practices, such as social distancing, frequent handwashing, and avoiding crowded places. Although the death rate remains low, high-risk groups (608) must be especially cautious. Additional recommendations include receiving the seasonal influenza vaccine.

Since COVID-19 is no longer classified as a dangerous communicable disease, physicians will determine whether hospitalization or medication is necessary. Currently, hospital admissions for COVID-19 are limited. For example, hospitals under the Department of Medical Services in Bangkok have only 7 inpatients, with over 50 beds still available. The main treatments for severe or high-risk patients remain remdesivir and Paxlovid. According to reports from hospitals, medications can still be procured directly from pharmaceutical companies without shortages. Additionally, the Government Pharmaceutical Organization (GPO) is producing molnupiravir for patients with moderate symptoms or early lung involvement to ensure drug availability.

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Source:

<a href="https://ddc.moph.go.th/index.php">Department of Disease Control</a>

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Beijing — China’s National Nutrition and Health Steering Committee has released new dietary guidelines aimed at promoting healthier eating habits among the population and tackling the country’s growing obesity problem. The guidelines call for increased consumption of three main food categories: fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and aquatic products.

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