The World Health Organization (WHO) has released updated editions of its Model Lists of Essential Medicines (EML) and Essential Medicines for Children (EMLc), introducing new therapies for several cancers, type 2 diabetes with obesity or kidney disease, and rare conditions such as cystic fibrosis, psoriasis, and haemophilia.

The initiative aims to build confidence in combining Thai wisdom with alternative therapies in drug rehabilitation. According to the ministry, in partnership with the Department of Probation since 2022, more than 5,000 patients have undergone treatment and rehabilitation, with most achieving satisfactory results.

Thailand’s medical and wellness tourism platform, ArokaGO (www.arokago.com), was honored to be a representative from Thailand on the main stage at the 2025 Global Industrial Internet Conference (GIIC), held in Shenyang, Liaoning Province, People’s Republic of China, from September 5–8, 2025.

The Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, in collaboration with Samitivej Hospital Group, organized the “Cell Therapy & Gene Therapy Symposium 2025” from September 5–7, 2025, at Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital and Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort, Bangkok.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning after testing a cosmetic product, Praithong Organic Henna Powder, sampled from Bangkok Port. The tested lot (Lot No. 2408-05, MFD. 08/2024, EXP. 08/2027) was analyzed on October 18, 2024, by the Department of Medical Sciences. Results showed microbial contamination exceeding the legal safety standard.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in collaboration with Thai embassies, public and private sector partners, is driving forward international promotion of Thai tourism through “Thai Festival 2025” and marketing activities across Europe, America, and Asia. The initiative highlights Thai culture, cuisine, and wellness tourism while celebrating key diplomatic milestones. The goal is to expand the base of quality tourists and boost arrivals to Thailand during the high season to exceed set targets.