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Dr. Ascha Thangpattanakul Selected as Thailand’s Global Speaker at IMCAS Medical World Congress 2026 in France
Thailand’s aesthetic medicine community has reached another milestone as Dr. Ascha Thangpattanakul (Dr. Beam) from The Vogue Clinic has been selected as a Global Speaker representing Thailand at the IMCAS Medical World Congress 2026, one of the world’s most prestigious international medical conferences in aesthetic and anti-aging medicine. The congress will take place from January 29–31, 2026, in Paris, France
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Public HealthDoctors Warn: 5 Warning Signs of Fatty Plaque Blocking Brain Arteries Left Untreated, Risk of Paralysis and Stroke Increases
Waking up dizzy or suffering from persistent pain at the back of the head should not be taken lightly. These symptoms may not simply be due to lack of sleep, but could indicate fatty plaque gradually blocking the brain’s blood vessels, reducing oxygen supply to the brain. Experts advise lifestyle adjustments to restore mental clarity and share key tips on controlling LDL cholesterol especially important for those aged 40 and above.
Public HealthMpox Cases in Thailand Reach Nearly 1,000; Bangkok Accounts for 90% Most Patients Are Men
Department of Disease Control is closely monitoring the situation of Mpox (monkeypox). Since 2022, Thailand has recorded a cumulative total of approximately 1,000 confirmed cases. Most infections are linked to close contact, including sexual contact with unfamiliar partners.
Public HealthDepartment of Health Warns of High PM2.5 Levels, Urges Public to Avoid Outdoor Activities
The Department of Health, Ministry of Public Health, has warned that PM2.5 dust levels are still high in several areas, including Bangkok, posing a risk to public health. The pollution is causing respiratory irritation among the population. The department advises the public to take extra care of their health, wear masks, avoid outdoor activities, and closely monitor the air quality, particularly for vulnerable groups.
Global Health NewsCheaper Drinks Will Lead to Increased Noncommunicable Diseases and Injuries
The World Health Organization (WHO) is urging governments around the world to increase taxes on sugary drinks and alcoholic beverages to reduce harmful consumption and raise revenue for health systems, which are under growing financial pressure from preventable noncommunicable diseases and injuries.
Global Health NewsWHO Certifies Brazil for Eliminating Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV
The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially certified Brazil for eliminating mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of HIV, marking a major public health milestone and making Brazil the most populous country in the Americas to achieve this status.
Global Health NewsPosthumous Organ Donations in China Rise by 4.5%
Guangzhou — The 8th China–International Organ Donation Conference and the Belt and Road Academic Conference on International Cooperation in Organ Donation and Transplantation, held in Guangzhou, south China’s Guangdong Province, released the 2024 annual report on the development of organ donation and transplantation in China.