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Lampang Hospital Pioneers Advanced Pulmonary Embolism Treatment in Northern Thailand
Lampang Hospital has successfully performed a computer-assisted vacuum thrombectomy (CAVT) procedure to remove a blood clot from a patient's pulmonary artery, marking a first for the hospital and, according to its announcement, the first such procedure among Ministry of Public Health hospitals under the Office of the Permanent Secretary in Northern Thailand.
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Thailand Advances Cancer Radiation Therapy with Proton Technology and Stronger Safety Standards
Thailand is advancing its cancer treatment capabilities through modern radiation therapy technologies, including linear accelerators and proton therapy, while strengthening radiation safety oversight to protect patients, healthcare professionals and the public, according to the Office of Atoms for Peace (OAP).
INTERPOL and WHO Join Forces to Combat Global Health Threats, Medical Crime and Illegal Organ Trafficking
INTERPOL and the World Health Organization (WHO) have signed a cooperation agreement to strengthen global health security and combat criminal activities that threaten public safety, including falsified medicines, illegal organ trafficking and the misuse of hazardous biological, chemical and radioactive materials.
Thailand Issues Five-Point Checklist for Choosing Safe Elderly Care Facilities
Thailand's Department of Health Service Support (DHSS) is urging families to look beyond attractive facilities and affordable fees when choosing elderly care centers, emphasizing that proper licensing, qualified caregivers, emergency preparedness, and quality-of-life support are essential to ensuring residents' safety and well-being.
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.
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.