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Thailand Steps Up Fight Against Drowsy Driving Ahead of New Year Travel Rush
As millions of people prepare to travel during the upcoming New Year holidays, Thailand has stepped up efforts to tackle one of the most overlooked dangers on the road drowsy driving.
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Public HealthThailand Reaffirms Universal Hepatitis B Vaccination for All Newborns, DDC Confirms
Thailand’s Department of Disease Control (DDC) has reaffirmed that the country will continue administering the hepatitis B vaccine to all newborns, in line with resolutions of the Subcommittee on Immunization Practices. The DDC emphasized that administering the first dose within 24 hours after birth remains a key measure to effectively reduce the long-term risk of liver cancer.
Public HealthDDC Director-General Visits Thai–Cambodian Border Shelters, Tightens Disease Control
Director-General of Thailand’s Department of Disease Control Visits Sa Kaeo, Inspects Evacuation Centers for Thai–Cambodian Border Displacement, Orders Strict Disease Prevention Measures
Public HealthPM2.5 Alert: Bangkok Air Pollution to Exceed Safety Limits Dec 6–9
The Air Pollution Problem Communication Center (APPC) under Thailand’s Pollution Control Department (PCD) has issued a warning that PM2.5 fine particulate matter levels are expected to exceed national safety standards, particularly in Bangkok and its metropolitan areas, between December 6–9. The public is urged to refrain from open burning and to use public transportation to help reduce pollution levels.
Public HealthWarning Issued: Raw Freshwater Fish Linked to Bile Duct Cancer
The Cholangiocarcinoma Research Institute (CARI) has issued a public health warning urging people to avoid consuming raw freshwater fish, even if screening with the OV-ATK rapid test shows no infection or after receiving treatment for liver fluke infestation. The warning aims to prevent reinfection with liver flukes, a major cause of cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer). The institute also recommends that people aged 15 and above undergo annual screening, which is available free of charge.
Event & FestivalThailand Boosts Tourism During 33rd SEA Games with Travel Guides and Digital Fan Engagement Tools
Bangkok – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is leveraging the excitement of the 33rd Southeast Asian Games, held from December 9–20, to promote travel experiences across the host provinces through a series of dynamic tourism campaigns and digital engagement tools designed for both domestic and international visitors.
Public HealthBreakthrough: Stem Cell Transplant Leads to 7th HIV Remission Case
German scientists have announced a major medical milestone after confirming the world’s seventh documented case of long term HIV remission. The breakthrough involves a 60 year old man treated at Charité Hospital in Berlin, who has remained free of detectable HIV for more than seven years without the use of antiretroviral medication.