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WHO Issues New Guidance to Prevent Heat Related Illness at Mass Gatherings
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released new guidance aimed at helping governments and event organizers prevent and manage heat-related illness at large sporting, religious and cultural gatherings, as rising temperatures and more frequent extreme heat events create growing risks for spectators, participants, volunteers and workers.
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Thailand Shines on Asia Travel List with Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Koh Lanta and Phuket Among 20 Must-Visit Destinations
Thailand has reinforced its appeal as one of Asia’s most diverse travel destinations, with four Thai locations Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Koh Lanta and Phuket appearing on a “20 Places in Asia You Need to Visit at Least Once” list attributed to travel platform Passports & Preemies. Bangkok secured the No. 2 position, while Chiang Mai ranked No. 3, placing two Thai destinations among the top three.
Ayutthaya Halloween Night Run 2026 Brings a 6K Haunted Run to Thailand’s Ancient Capital
AYUTTHAYA, Thailand Halloween takes on a distinctly Thai twist this year as the “Ayutthaya Halloween Night Run 2026” invites runners and thrill-seekers to brave a six-kilometer haunted course at Thung Hantra in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya on October 31, 2026. The event combines a night run with Thai-inspired ghost experiences, live entertainment, a costume contest, food stalls and 10 scare zones along the route.
From Chronic Kidney Disease to “Self-Mastery”: H.E.A.T. Congress Highlights the Power of Daily Health Decisions
A 68-year-old man had taken his prescribed medications consistently for a decade, yet his chronic kidney disease continued to progress. His experience became a powerful case study at the 10th H.E.A.T. International Congress on Wellness Management 2026, where Dr. Patana Teng-umnuay highlighted a broader message: medical treatment matters, but long-term health is also shaped by what people do every day.
Siam Piwat Invests THB 10 Billion in ICONPHUKET, New Southern Thailand Landmark Set for 2029
Siam Piwat is making its first major expansion beyond Bangkok with a THB 10 billion (approximately US$300 million) investment in “ICONPHUKET,” a new retail, attraction and entertainment destination scheduled to open in Phuket in 2029. The project aims to become a new global landmark for Southern Thailand while connecting the economic, cultural and tourism potential of all 14 southern provinces to international audiences.
Thai Delegation Meets Dubai Longevity Authority to Explore Health Economy Cooperation
Thailand’s Consul-General in Dubai led public and private sector representatives in discussions with the Dubai Longevity Authority, with TMWTA presenting Thailand’s medical and wellness tourism capabilities and exploring opportunities for future collaboration.
Thailand Warns of Health Risks After Floodwaters Recede, From Disease to Injuries and Venomous Animals
Following recent flooding in parts of Thailand, several affected communities are now entering the recovery and cleanup phase as water levels gradually recede. However, health authorities are warning that the disappearance of floodwater does not necessarily mean that the health risks have ended. In some cases, the days and weeks after flooding can bring a different set of concerns, from contaminated mud and stagnant water to injuries, infectious diseases, mosquitoes and displaced venomous animals.